Hitohira - Natural Whetstone - Hand Picked Ohira Tomae - No.0014

Hi-Condition - Felt Strop

$55.00

Brand: HI-CONDITION ハイコンディション
Producing Area: Tokyo/ Japan
Size: 10"L x 2"W x 1"D
Weight: 399g

Really high quality bare leather strop on a firm base so it has no give. Use only an edge-trailing/draw stroke. Can be loaded with micron abrasive pastes or sprays. Clean periodically with a slightly damp rag, allow to dry before using.

Hi-Condition - Leather Strop

$40.00

Brand: HI-CONDITION ハイコンディション
Producing Area: Tokyo/ Japan
Size: 10"L x 2"W x 1"D
Weight: 399g

Really high quality bare leather strop on a firm base so it has no give. Use only an edge-trailing/draw stroke. Can be loaded with micron abrasive pastes or sprays. Clean periodically with a slightly damp rag, allow to dry before using.

Idahone 12" Fine Grit Ceramic Honing Rod - Rock Maple Handle

$45.00

Total Length: 450mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Rod Length: 305mm
Weight: 212g
Grit: #1200-1800

A favorite among traditionalists – the handheld single rod sharpener is a staple in any kitchen. Classic design with a high-alumina ceramic bull-nose rod that is extremely hard and durable.

Includes a ring for hanging and the handle is crafted from hard rock maple.

Made in the USA.

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Ito - Stone Holder with Center

$30.00

Brand: Ito 伊藤製作所
Total Length: 288mm
Total Width: 70mm
Total Height: 30mm
Total Weight: 644g
Minimum Length for Stone: 215mm
Maximum Length of Stone: 80mm

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

K Sabatier - Authentique 1834 Ltd - Inox - Honing Steel - Leather Sheath

$110.00

Total Length: 333mm
Rod Length: 200mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Rod Diameter: 10mm
Weight: 233g
Steel Type: Stainless

Morihei - Natural Stone - Amakusa - Type 15

$60.00

Brand: Morihei 森平
Producing Area: Amakusa, Kumamoto - Japan
Appearance: Mottled oranges and whites; Totaro without stripes.
Size: 220mm x 60mm x 70mm
Weight: 2254g
Grit Range: 600-1200

1-5 Scale: 1 = Less, 5 = More
Hardness Level: 2.5
Scratch Depth: 4
Speed: 4
Wear Rate: 2.5
Self Slurry: 3.5
Ease of Use: 4

Recommended Uses: Lighter repairs and bevel setting, toothy edges, very hazy kasumi, first or second stone in a polishing sequence.

Notes: Amakusa tend to have a poor reputation because they are inexpensive and sometimes inconsistent if poor quality (no surprise there). But we have found quality options that are sourced from trustworthy suppliers to be actually quite good, and an awesome option for beginners. Their price and availability are a plus, but they are also efficient and easy to use. They have decent shaping power, and their wear rate is not too extreme. They are slightly tighter and finer than other coarse stones such as Omura or Akamatsu. If you finished off of it, you would have an aggressive toothy edge, or a very hazy Kasumi on bevels. Also good as an earlier stone in a polishing progression.

Disclaimer: Given the natural aspect of these stones, all subjective qualities are our estimates and may vary slightly from your exact expectations and assessment. The images shown and characteristics described are an example. If purchased, yours may differ slightly in appearance and qualities. Dimensions, weight, and stamps may be different from listed if it has been tested.