Polishing + Finishing

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 felt strop on a firm base so it has no give.

Leather strops will be slightly better at finishing edges post sharpening/maintenance (or as a stand alone tool) than felt strops. Leather strops work on an array of knives, and are especially ideal for Japanese knives and other fine blades.

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.

Kasumi Powder for finishing and restoration.

Brand: Komon
Weight: 50g

Bring your kitchen knives back to life with Kasumi Polishing Powder.

This easy-to-use powder transforms into a smooth paste when mixed with water, gently polishing your blades to a beautiful Kasumi finish. The included sponge ensures effortless application and even coverage. Restore and bring back the Beauty of your Kasumi finished kitchen knives, refresh and protect your knives from wear—all in one simple step.

Originally used in Sakai, the heartland of Japan's professional knife sharpening tradition, this Kasumi powder has been specially formulated by Ivan Gomez Fonseca for enhanced ease of use.

How to make a basic Kasumi finish

1. Add water to KASUMI Powder in a separate container until it reaches a toothpaste-like consistency.
2. Protect areas not intended for the Kasumi finish with electrical tape.

3. Gently rub the paste over the blade with a fine sponge until desired finish, rinse thoroughly with water.

Fine powder of Suita stones. Ideal for fine-tune polishing. Can be applied with numerous applicators like a cotton ball, rag, cork, felt, balsa wood, etc. Water is needed to apply. May require further powderizing of any potential slightly larger bits. Mid-range fineness for a natural stone powder. 

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

These lovely strops are dual-sided. Use the diamond-embedded suede for initial deburring and finish honing on the fine leather side for best results. 

Total Length: 470mm
Length of Stropping Surface: 298mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Weight: 197g

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