Mined in the Aichi Prefecture, Japan, these natural whetstones have been used as part of the traditional Nihonto polishing progression for centuries. In more recent years, they have become popular for many other sharp edged tools. Due to their speed and uniform particle size, these stones are highly effective for kitchen knives. Capable of producing a keen edge with a great balance of tooth and refinement, as well as a detailed and even polish. They are ideal for sharpening over medium grit scratches of synthetic whetstones. Can be useful as a pre-polisher before very fine natural stones, though we believe the Mikawa Nagura that we carry can serve well as finishers on their own for both clad and mono steel blades.
Size : 225 x 74 x 48 mm
Weight : 1743 g
- First image shows the wet surface of the stone
- Sharpening is done after lapping with a 200 grit diamond plate
- Blade is wrought iron and 5160 by Northside Knives
- Pre cursor stone was Suehiro SNE 1000