Japanese Combination Whetstone

A great general purpose whetstone for everyday use, ideal for sharpening kitchen knives, pocket knives, or utility knives.  Materials:  ceramic composite Made by:  Niwaki Made in:  Vietnam Specifications:  7.25" x 2.5" x 1.25" Use:  Use the #1000 side (the red one) for general use and finish off with the #3000 side (yellowish brown). Soak for five minutes before use and splash with water during use to keep wet. Sharpen knife blades at approximately 15°.  Further Reading: Niwaki (knee-whacky) means garden tree. In Japan, gardens are both landscapes and microcosms of nature. Shaping and caring for these landscapes is an art form, and having the correct tools is essential. Niwaki’s tools exemplify the good design and quality construction that we look for as purveyors.