{"title":"Sharpening tools (bundle)","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"naniwa-flattening-stone-whetstones","title":"Naniwa Flattening Stone for Whetstones Small - #220","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhetstones are worn unequally (depending on their use) and in time they become more and more hollow. Despite a good grinding technique a hollow stone is an inefficient tool, and in extreme cases can cause some damage to the blade of the knife. Flattening stone for whetstones does its job very well. After having it soaked in water we rub the whetstone against the flattening stone with circular movements until it becomes flat again. The granulation of #220 is suitable for #1000 to #12000 grit whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 170 × 55 × 30mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 500g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38985453577,"sku":"07043100163","price":36.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Flattening_Stone_for_Whetstones_-_220.jpeg?v=1502137164"},{"product_id":"adjustable-sharpening-stone-holder","title":"Adjustable Stone Holder","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable Stone Holder is a great sharpening accessory for the efficient, safe and quick sharpening of your knives. Using a stone holder will prevent the stones from slipping and will ensure a comfortable and safe sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone holder also lifts your stones from the working surface, so you get some extra clearance. It is especially useful when your stones become thinner - then the extra clearance will be even more appreciated. The Adjustable Stone Holder is waterproof and is suitable for stones of sizes from 150 - 220mm in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stand is made of rubber which prevents the stone from slipping and protects it from damage since the stone is safely and firmly fastened to the stone holder by screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 stage anti-slip rubber base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003euniversal fit for different stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elength range: 150 - 220mm (our entire selection of Sharpening stones will fit on the Stone Holder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe stone on the product photo not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38988426953,"sku":"22036800732","price":22.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Adjustable_Sharpening_Stone_Holder_SharpEdge.jpg?v=1754561949"},{"product_id":"ceramic-honing-rod-mac-215mm","title":"Ceramic Honing Rod - MAC 215mm (8.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ceramic Honing Rod has been designed for quick repairs to straighten the blade. Honing rods are \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e used for sharpening - for that please use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/Sharpening-Stone\"\u003esharpening stones\u003c\/a\u003e. Length 215mm (8.5 inches), grit #1200.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic honing rod remains abrasive for a long time, but due to its ceramic structure, it is more \u003cstrong\u003efragile\u003c\/strong\u003e and sensitive to \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eimpacts and breakage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can read more about the use of honing rods in our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/maintenance-of-kitchen-knives\"\u003eKnife Maintenance guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38989208969,"sku":"04020013144","price":26.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Ceramic_Sharpening_Rod_-_MAC.jpeg?v=1502136780"},{"product_id":"knife-sharpening-guide-clip","title":"Knife Sharpening Guide Clip","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sharpening Guide Clip (or Angle) helps to maintain the same sharpening angle while sharpening your knife, as seen on the product pictures (with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kouhei-shinmatsu-zdp-189\"\u003eZDP-189 Kouhei-Shinmatsu Bunka\u003c\/a\u003e knives). The purpose of the soft plastic on the inner side of the clip is to prevent the blade from getting damaged, while a special ceramic cover enables smooth sliding on the whetstone without damaging it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide clip is \u003cstrong\u003esuitable for blades of 3.5-5cm (1.4\"-2.0\") of width\u003c\/strong\u003e. For such blades, a clip will hold an edge of approximately 16°, an angle at which Japanese knives should be sharpened. We also offer a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/knife-sharpening-guide-clip-small\"\u003esmaller clip\u003c\/a\u003e designed specifically for petty and sujihiki knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuide clip can also be used on non-Japanese knives, but the edge will be a bit more sensitive since knives from softer steels (like German\/French knives, \u0026lt;60 HRC) should be sharpened at a slightly wider angle (around 20°).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39066926601,"sku":"22037000708","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/AngleClip_22037000708_1_1.jpg?v=1754561947"},{"product_id":"leather-strop","title":"SharpEdge Leather Strop [1-sided]","description":"\u003cp\u003eLeather strop is used at the very end of the sharpening process to remove the remainder of the burr from the blade. It will give a blade that extra-fine\/smooth sharpness. Nothing puts that final edge on a knife better than a leather strop. One-sided leather strop features a suede (\"coarser\") side of the leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an even better result and higher polish, we highly recommend applying \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/polishing-compound\"\u003eKoyo \"Green Rouge\" polishing compound\u003c\/a\u003e to your leather strop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (LxWxH): 37cm x 4.5cm x 1.5cm (14.6\" x 1.8\" x 0.6\")\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3037739483176,"sku":"220375001633","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Leather_Strop.jpg?v=1754561942"},{"product_id":"naniwa-flattening-stone-for-whetstones-large-220","title":"Naniwa Flattening Stone for Whetstones (large) - #220","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhetstones are worn unequally (depending on their use) and in time they become more and more hollow. Despite a good grinding technique, a hollow stone is an inefficient tool, and in extreme cases can cause some damage to the blade of the knife. Flattening stone for whetstones does its job very well. After having it soaked in water we rub the whetstone against the flattening stone with circular movements until it becomes flat again. The granulation of #220 is suitable for #1000 to #12000 grit whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 300 × 150 × 20mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1640g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8103032127576,"sku":"07043100335","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Flattening_Stone_for_Whetstones_large_-_220.jpeg?v=1522914845"},{"product_id":"nagura-dressing-stone-naniwa","title":"Nagura - Dressing Stone by Naniwa","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nagura is a small but \u003cstrong\u003eessential dressing stone\u003c\/strong\u003e for maintaining your whetstones and achieving optimal knife sharpness. On lower-grit stones (\u0026lt;1000), it creates a fine abrasive slurry that aids the sharpening process. On higher-grit stones, it cleans the surface and corrects minor hollows or imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, a whetstone’s surface can become loaded with swarf (tiny steel particles) and spent abrasive, which may glaze the stone and reduce cutting efficiency. Dressing the stone with a Nagura removes swarf, refreshes the surface, and restores full cutting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrit: #600\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 65 x 47 x 32 mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8241196302424,"sku":"07033900200","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Nagura_-_Dressing_Stone_07033000200.jpeg?v=1530716222"},{"product_id":"sabitoru-rust-eraser","title":"Sabitoru Rust Eraser","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRust Eraser is a handy little rubber-like tool to remove rust from the knife. It can also be used to remove rust and stains from pans, gas stoves and even skis and snowboards. A must if your knife roll carries \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/carbon-steel-knives\"\u003ecarbon steel\u003c\/a\u003e knives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply soft to medium pressure when sliding the Rust Eraser on top of the rusty part of your knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 40 x 65 x 8 mm (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1.6 x 2.6 x 0.3\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sabitoru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8241227432024,"sku":"310340001157","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SabitoruRustEraser_310340001157.jpg?v=1635237510"},{"product_id":"ceramic-honing-rod-black-300mm","title":"Ceramic Honing Rod - Black 300mm (11.8\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis black ceramic honing rod is slightly longer and oval-shaped compared to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramic-honing-rod-mac-215mm\"\u003eMAC's rod\u003c\/a\u003e. Contrary to common belief (and thanks to misleading cooking shows), h\u003cspan\u003eoning rod is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to be used for knife sharpening (t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eo sharpen a knife use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/Sharpening-Stone\"\u003esharpening stones\u003c\/a\u003e). Honing rods are\u003c\/span\u003e designed to straighten the blade, which significantly prolongs the sharpness of the knife's edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength of the rod: 300mm (11.8\"). Grit: #800.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can read more about the use of honing rods in our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/maintenance-of-kitchen-knives\"\u003eKnife Maintenance guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taidea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12887638016088,"sku":"08022200696","price":33.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Ceramic_Honing_Rod_-_Black_300mm_11.8__08022200696.jpeg?v=1754561930"},{"product_id":"koyo-green-rouge-polishing-compound","title":"Koyo \"Green Rouge\" Polishing Compound","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou will find a block of Koyo \"Green Rouge\" polishing compound in practically every knife smithy in Japan (and also in other tool-making facilities). Blacksmiths apply it to their buffing and polishing wheels to \u003cspan\u003egive a final polish to their\u003c\/span\u003e precious knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor home use, we highly recommend applying this Koyo compound to your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/leather-strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e for the same reasons as Japanese blacksmiths do. It will help with removing the burr and adding a high polish to your newly sharpened edge. Simply rub this green block on the surface of your leather strop until the leather is slightly green in color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a short video from our Instagram on how to apply it to the leather strop: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BsVEbmohH1t\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply Koyo polishing compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis half a kilo (19oz.) of Koyo compound will last for many years. Sharing is caring, so apply some to your sharpening buddy's leather strop too! 🤓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koyo-Sha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20020672594008,"sku":"35014500753","price":38.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Koyo_Green_Rouge_Polishing_Compound_35014500753.jpeg?v=1553432147"},{"product_id":"koyo-green-rouge-polishing-compound-smaller-chunk","title":"Koyo \"Green Rouge\" Polishing Compound [smaller chunk]","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs soon as you start applying your brand new Koyo compound onto your leather strop, you will come to the realization that this big green block will probably outlive you. Unless you have a tool polishing business (or a sharpening service, like we do), the half-a-kilo block of Koyo will be waaaay too big for your home sharpening needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo we decided to cut the block into smaller chunks. These chunks weigh approximately \u003cstrong\u003e150 - 170g (5 - 6 oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e - these will last for at least 5-10 years - sharing it with your friends and family is included in this unscientific calculation (but based on experience). It depends a bit on how often and how many knives you sharpen, but for most users, these smaller chunks will be more than enough for a very long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Koyo \"Green Rouge\":\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eYou will find a block of Koyo \"Green Rouge\" polishing compound in practically every knife smithy in Japan (and also in other tool-making facilities). Blacksmiths apply it to their buffing and polishing wheels to \u003cspan\u003egive a final polish to their\u003c\/span\u003e precious knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor home use, we highly recommend applying this Koyo compound to your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/leather-strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e for the same reasons as Japanese blacksmiths do. It will help with removing the burr and adding a high polish to your newly sharpened edge. Simply rub this green block on the surface of your leather strop until the leather is slightly green in color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a short video from our Instagram on how to apply it to the leather strop: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BsVEbmohH1t\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply Koyo polishing compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoyo polishing paste will last for many years. Sharing is caring, so apply some to your sharpening buddy's leather strop too! 🤓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koyo-Sha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20401447829592,"sku":"35014500798","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/Koyo_GreenRouge_PolishingCompound_smallerchunk__35014500798_1.jpg?v=1707822134"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-leather-strop-two-sided","title":"SharpEdge Leather Strop [2-sided]","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo-sided leather strop is used at the very end of the sharpening process to remove the remainder of the burr from the blade. The principle of using a two-sided leather strop is pretty much the same as with sharpening stones. We start stropping on the coarser\/grainer leather and finish on the finer, smoother leather. We can also use the two sides to apply differently grained polishing pastes on the leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an even better result and higher polish, we highly recommend applying \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/polishing-compound\"\u003eKoyo \"Green Rouge\" polishing compound\u003c\/a\u003e to the \u003cstrong\u003egrainier side\u003c\/strong\u003e of this leather strop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (LxWxH): 37cm x 4.5cm x 2cm (14.6\" x 1.8\" x 0.8\")\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30194066587736,"sku":"22037500852","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdge_Leather_Strop_two-sided__22037500852.jpeg?v=1568753639"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-leather-strop-four-sided","title":"SharpEdge Leather Strop [4-sided]","description":"\u003cp\u003eFour-sided leather strop is used at the very end of the sharpening process to remove the remainder of the burr from the blade. This four-sided leather stop has 2 suede (\"coarser\") sides, and 2 smooth (\"finer\") sides of the leather. The idea is to leave one grainer and one smoother leather \"naked\", without any polishing compounds, and use the other two to apply differently granulated polishing pastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe principle of using a four-sided leather strop is pretty much the same as with sharpening stones. We start stropping on the coarser leather and finish on the finer, smoother leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an even better result and higher polish, we highly recommend applying \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/polishing-compound\"\u003eKoyo \"Green Rouge\" polishing compound\u003c\/a\u003e to the \u003cstrong\u003egrainer side\u003c\/strong\u003e of this leather strop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (LxWxH): 37cm x 4.5cm x 4.5cm (14.6\" x 1.8\" x 1.8\")\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30194158436440,"sku":"22037500850","price":36.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdge_Leather_Strop_four-sided__22037500850.jpeg?v=1568754525"},{"product_id":"atoma-diamond-sharpening-stone-140","title":"Atoma Diamond Sharpening Stone - #140","description":"\u003cp\u003eAtoma Diamond sharpening stone from Japanese manufacturer Tsuboman with \u003cstrong\u003e#140 grit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very rough diamond plate, most suitable for flattening sharpening whetstones and repairing damaged blades. It removes material very quickly (both from whetstones and knives), and works very well with all types of steel. Suitable for repairing damaged knives and for anyone who doesn't flatten their stones regularly and therefore needs a more aggressive truing stone. It is crucial in the knife sharpening process that your whetstones are always flat, as it will preserve the life of your stones and ensure accurate and efficient sharpening.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main arguments why the diamond sharpening stone works so well is that it is completely flat and does not wear\/dish when used. On the surface of the stone, there are exclusively monocrystalline diamonds which are more expensive than polycrystalline, but much more durable. They are bonded to the plate by the electrolytic process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiamond stones can be compared to sandpaper in structure - both have a thin layer of abrasive surface attached to a non-abrasive base. Of course, the lifespan of the two is not comparable - the diamond will last much longer. Initially, the surface will be extremely rough\/sharp, followed by a long period of medium roughness which will eventually wear off. While this diamond stone is sold with a 10mm thick aluminum base \u003cspan\u003e(glued to the diamond plate)\u003c\/span\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/atoma-diamond-replacement-plate-140\" data-mce-href=\"\/products\/atoma-diamond-replacement-plate-140\"\u003ereplacement #140 grit plate\u003c\/a\u003e can be purchased separately when the original wears off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll diamond stones can be used for sharpening as well as flattening other stones, but for flattening, we recommend grit #140 or #400.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🚩\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways splash some water on the diamond stone before sharpening. \u003c\/strong\u003eUsing excessive force will shorten the lifespan of the stone, as it can remove diamonds from the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDimensions (LxWxH):\u003c\/span\u003e 210 x 75 x 11.5mm (8.3\" x 3\" x 0.45\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eUSAGE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor stone flattening\u003c\/strong\u003e - secure the whetstone that needs to be flattened with a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003estone holder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Placing the diamond stone on top of the whetstone, use circular and up-and-down movements to begin flattening process. For better results, draw a grid on the whetstone with a ballpoint pen or a pencil (do not use markers, those can be absorbed into the surface of the stone). When the grid is no longer visible, the stone is flattened. Thoroughly rinse both stones to remove any excess material. Flattening whetstones to up to #5000 grit will get you good results by only using the Atoma diamond stone, while for higher granulations we recommend finishing with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/products\/nagura-dressing-stone-naniwa\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/products\/nagura-dressing-stone-naniwa\"\u003eNagura - dressing stone\u003c\/a\u003e to get a smoother\/finer surface on the whetstone. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor knife repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e - place the diamond stone on a flat surface and make sure it won't move around (use a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003estone holder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for the most secure position). Proceed with the same movement\/sharpening technique as with whetstones to fix a damaged blade (see our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/beginners-guide-to-knife-sharpening\" data-mce-href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/beginners-guide-to-knife-sharpening\"\u003eKnife Sharpening Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for details).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAdvantages of diamond sharpening stones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equickly removes material when repairing or changing the blade's geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equick sanding and straightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecan be used for sharpening very hard powder steels (ZDP-189, HAP-40, R2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eit retains its shape and does not wear\/dish with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elower granulations (\u003ca href=\"\/products\/atoma-diamond-sharpening-stone-140\"\u003e#140\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/atoma-diamond-sharpening-stone-400\"\u003e#400\u003c\/a\u003e grit) are excellent for flattening whetstones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDisadvantages of diamond sharpening stones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor a really fine\/smooth edge and for very precise sharpening, whetstones are a much better choice - diamond stones are too rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enot suitable for making \"kasumi (mirror) finish\" on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip no.1:\u003c\/strong\u003e When flattening stones, one should never forget the edges of the stone. In the process of flattening, we create sharp edges that need to be smoothed out at the end. Sharp edges of the whetstone are fragile and can damage the blade of the knife while sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip no.2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once done with flattening, rinse the whetstone and diamond plate thoroughly under running water to remove any material residue. For better results, use a (tooth)brush or sponge, but do not try to clean the diamond plate with your fingers, it is not very pleasant (tested and not recommended 😊).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsuboman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30205810442328,"sku":"39044400831","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Atoma_Diamond_Sharpening_Stone_-_140_39044400831.jpeg?v=1568856089"},{"product_id":"atoma-diamond-sharpening-stone-400","title":"Atoma Diamond Sharpening Stone - #400","description":"\u003cp\u003eAtoma Diamond sharpening stone from Japanese manufacturer Tsuboman with granulation #400 grit is a standard diamond plate for flattening sharpening whetstones and to repair damaged blades. It removes material very quickly (both from whetstones and when repairing knives), works very well with all types of steel. It is crucial in the knife sharpening process that your whetstones are always flat, as it will preserve the life of your stones and ensure accurate and efficient sharpening. \u003cstrong\u003eAlways splash some water on the diamond stone before sharpening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcessive force should not be used when sharpening with Atoma diamond stones as this can remove diamonds from the plate, which, when pressed roughly, can loosen, thus destroying the surface of the plate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the main arguments why diamond sharpening stone works so well is that it is completely flat and does not deform\/hollow when used. On the surface of the stone are exclusively monocrystalline diamonds which are more expensive than polycrystalline, but much more durable. They are bonded to the plate by the electrolytic process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiamond stones can be compared to sandpaper in structure - both have a thin layer of abrasive surface attached to a non-abrasive base. Of course, the lifespan of the two is not comparable - the diamond will last much longer. Initially, the surface will be extremely rough\/sharp, followed by a long period of medium roughness which will eventually wear off. While this diamond stone is sold with a 10mm thick aluminum base (glued to the diamond plate), a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/atoma-diamond-replacement-plate-400\"\u003ereplacement #400 grit plate\u003c\/a\u003e can be purchased separately when the original wears off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll diamond stones can be used for sharpening as well as flattening other stones, but for flattening, we recommend grit #140 or #400.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚩\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways splash some water on the diamond stone before sharpening. \u003c\/strong\u003eUsing excessive force will shorten the lifespan of the stone, as it can remove diamonds from the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDimensions\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(LxWxH):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 210 x 75 x 11.5mm (8.3\" x 3\" x 0.45\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eUSAGE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor stone flattening\u003c\/strong\u003e - secure the whetstone that needs to be flattened with a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003estone holder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Placing the diamond stone on top of the whetstone, use circular and up-and-down movements to begin flattening process. For better results, draw a grid on the whetstone with a ballpoint pen or a pencil (do not use markers, those can be absorbed into the surface of the stone). When the grid is no longer visible, the stone is flattened. Thoroughly rinse both stones to remove any excess material. Flattening whetstones to up to #5000 grit will get you good results by only using the Atoma diamond stone, while for higher granulations we recommend finishing with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/products\/nagura-dressing-stone-naniwa\"\u003eNagura - dressing stone\u003c\/a\u003e to get a smoother\/finer surface on the whetstone. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor knife repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e - place the diamond stone on a flat surface and make sure it won't move around (use a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003estone holder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for the most secure position). Proceed with the same movement\/sharpening technique as with whetstones to fix a damaged blade (see our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learn\/beginners-guide-to-knife-sharpening\"\u003eKnife Sharpening Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for details).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAdvantages of diamond sharpening stones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equickly removes material when repairing or changing the blade's geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equick sanding and straightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecan be used for sharpening very hard powder steels (ZDP-189, HAP-40, R2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eit retains its shape and does not deform (become hollow) with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elower granulations (#140 and #400 grit) are excellent for flattening whetstones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDisadvantages of diamond sharpening stones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor a really fine\/smooth edge and for very precise sharpening, whetstones are a much better choice - diamond stones are too rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enot suitable for making \"kasumi (mirror) finish\" on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip no.1:\u003c\/strong\u003e When flattening stones, one should never forget the edges of the stone. In the process of flattening, we create sharp edges that need to be smoothed out at the end. Sharp edges of the whetstone are fragile and can damage the blade of the knife while sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip no.2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once done with flattening, rinse the whetstone and diamond plate thoroughly under running water to remove any material residue. For better results, use a (tooth)brush or sponge, but do not try to clean the diamond plate with your fingers, it is not very pleasant (tested and not recommended 😊).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip no.3:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want to reduce the number of stones in your sharpening set, Atoma #400 can also serve as your base stone from which you can then proceed to #1000 grit whetstone and higher granulations. At the same time, you can also use it as flattening stone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsuboman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30206362058840,"sku":"39044400832","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Atoma_Diamond_Sharpening_Stone_-_400_39044400832.jpeg?v=1568865874"},{"product_id":"atoma-diamond-replacement-plate-400","title":"Atoma Diamond Replacement Plate - #400","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNothing lasts forever, not even diamonds. Have you been religiously using your Atoma diamond sharpening stone to the point that it’s becoming worn and too fine to do the job? Don’t worry, you don’t need a brand new one—you can upcycle it by installing an Atoma diamond replacement plate!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntended to replace the upper surface of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/atoma-diamond-sharpening-stone-400\"\u003eAtom Diamond Sharpening Stone - #400\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith use, diamond sharpening stone becomes worn and finer. When the diamond surface is worn to such an extent that it no longer serves its purpose, the top plate can be replaced with a replacement diamond plate that is glued to the aluminum base.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe back of the plate has a double-sided adhesive which makes it quick and easy to replace. The plate is made of 1mm thick stainless steel. Along with the base and adhesive tape, the plate measures 1.5mm. Be precise and pay close attention when applying the replacement plate to the aluminum base, it is important that the replacement plate is sitting flat and straight on the base.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe do not recommend using the replacement plate without the aluminum base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsuboman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30207595053144,"sku":"39044400834","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Atoma_Diamond_Replacement_Plate_-_400_39044400834.jpeg?v=1568866579"},{"product_id":"atoma-diamond-replacement-plate-140","title":"Atoma Diamond Replacement Plate - #140","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNothing lasts forever, not even diamonds. Have you been religiously using your Atoma diamond sharpening stone to the point that it’s becoming worn and too fine to do the job? Don’t worry, you don’t need a brand new one—you can upcycle it by installing an Atoma diamond replacement plate! \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntended to replace the upper surface of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/atoma-diamond-sharpening-stone-140\"\u003eAtom Diamond Sharpening Stone - #140\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith use, diamond sharpening stone becomes worn and finer. When the diamond surface is worn to such an extent that it no longer serves its purpose, the top plate can be replaced with a replacement diamond plate that is glued to the aluminum base.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe back of the plate has a double-sided adhesive which makes it quick and easy to replace. The plate is made of 1mm thick stainless steel. Along with the base and adhesive tape, the plate measures 1.5mm. Be precise and pay close attention when applying the replacement plate to the aluminum base, it is important that the replacement plate is sitting flat and straight on the base.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe do not recommend using the replacement plate without the aluminum base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsuboman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30207690473560,"sku":"39044400833","price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Atoma_Diamond_Replacement_Plate_-_140_39044400833.jpeg?v=1568866704"},{"product_id":"strop-n-polish","title":"[SET] Strop 'N' Polish","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrop 'N' Polish is a great gift set for an avid knife sharpener. While professional sharpeners will very likely already own a leather strop and some kind of polishing paste, beginners and intermediate sharpeners will likely need one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/leather-strop\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather strop [1-sided]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is an integral part of the knife sharpening process, we use it to remove the remainder of the burr from the blade and to get that smooth, polished edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/polishing-compounds\/products\/koyo-green-rouge-polishing-compound-smaller-chunk\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoyo polishing paste (smaller chunk)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e will help with removing the burr and adding a high polish to your newly sharpened edge. Simply rub this green block on the surface of the leather strop until the leather is slightly green in color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a short video from our Instagram on how to apply Koyo paste to the leather strop: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BsVEbmohH1t\/\"\u003eHow to apply Koyo polishing compound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31958698917976,"sku":"BF000000009","price":28.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/Strop_polish_BF000000009.jpg?v=1607521259"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-flattening-stone-for-whetstones","title":"SharpEdge Flattening Stone for Whetstones - #180","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep your whetstones flat and effective with the \u003cstrong\u003eSharpEdge Flattening Stone #180\u003c\/strong\u003e. Quickly restore hollow or uneven stones to perfect flatness, ensuring precise, efficient sharpening every time. Ideal for stones from #1000 to #12000 grit, this essential tool protects your knives and maximizes the life of your sharpening stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWater stones should be properly maintained because they can become grooved or wear into a hollow during regular use. This is an often-overlooked step in sharpening, yet an essential one if you want to maintain the flatness of your stone. Before sharpening, you should always check if the stone you are going to use is flat.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 × 60 ×25mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e485g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33513988620376,"sku":"220331001057","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdgeFlatteningStoneforWhetstones-_180.jpg?v=1748347744"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-diamond-flattening-stone-whetstones-180","title":"SharpEdge Diamond Flattening Stone - #180","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew SharpEdge Diamond Flattening Stone - #180.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhetstones are worn unequally (depending on their use) and in time they become more and more hollow. Despite a good grinding technique, a hollow stone is an inefficient tool, and in extreme cases can cause some damage to the blade of the knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater stones should be properly maintained because they can become grooved or wear into a hollow during regular use. This is an often-overlooked step in sharpening, yet an essential one if you want to maintain the flatness of your stone. Before sharpening, you should always check if the stone you are going to use is flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond flattening stone does its job very well - it's\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e very abrasive and will remove the material quickly, it will also remain flat and will not get thinner. \u003c\/span\u003eThe granulation of #180 is intended to flatten whetstones of lower granulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore flattening, you have to soak the whetstone in water and always splash some water on the diamond stone. Rub the whetstone against the diamond flattening stone with circular movements until it becomes flat again. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 × 80 × 15mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e215g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33513995436120,"sku":"220331001058","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdgeDiamondFlatteningStoneWhetstones-_180.jpg?v=1605823064"},{"product_id":"strop-n-polish-professional","title":"[SET] Strop 'N' Polish Pro","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrop 'N' Polish [professional] is a great gift set for professional and \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eintermediate \u003c\/span\u003esharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sharpedge-leather-strop-four-sided\"\u003eFour-sided leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is used at the very end of the sharpening process to remove the remainder of the burr from the blade. This four-sided leather stop has 2 suede (\"coarser\") sides, and 2 smooth (\"finer\") sides of the leather. The idea is to leave one grainer and one smoother leather \"naked\", without any polishing compounds, and use the other two to apply differently granulated polishing pastes. The principle of using a four-sided leather strop is pretty much the same as with sharpening stones. We start stropping on the coarser leather and finish on the finer, smoother leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/polishing-compounds\/products\/koyo-green-rouge-polishing-compound-smaller-chunk\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoyo polishing paste (smaller chunk)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e will help with removing the burr and adding a high polish to your newly sharpened edge. Simply rub this green block on the surface of the leather strop until the leather is slightly green in color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a short video from our Instagram on how to apply Koyo paste to the leather strop: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BsVEbmohH1t\/\"\u003eHow to apply Koyo polishing compound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33572421664856,"sku":"00061","price":53.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/stropnpolishset.jpg?v=1607522592"},{"product_id":"koyo-sunlight-polishing-compound","title":"KOYO Sunlight Polishing Compound","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe water-based polishing\/buffing paste is great for knife blade maintenance, including polishing, removing hairline scratches and dirt, and restoring luster, as well as for removing unwanted patinas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a small amount of paste to the desired surface. Use a soft, clean cloth and start polishing back and forth in straight lines, or gently rub off the patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid circular motions. After polishing, wipe the surface with another clean, dry cloth and rinse it with lukewarm water and washing detergent. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStore the paste indoors and avoid freezing temperatures and direct sunlight. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUnlike other similar products, the paste has no scent of petroleum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat not to do:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe paste is not intended to be used on other materials, such as metals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use the product on optical lenses, such as eyeglasses or camera lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not ingest. After use, wash your hands thoroughly. Wear protective gloves if you have sensitive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE MANUFACTURER:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KOYO (Koyo-sha) manufacturer was found in 1926 in the town of Awakawa, a part of Tokyo metropolis. Their water-based polishing\/buffing pastes for kitchen knives are a favorite among blacksmiths around the globe. They are great for maintaining the mirror polishing of your knife, as well as for removing patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Koyo-Sha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39409518739544,"sku":"350345711086","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/osterrob06678_1.jpg?v=1621246189"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-leather-strop-with-handle-2-sided","title":"SharpEdge Leather Strop - with Handle [2-sided]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTwo-sided leather strop is used at the very end of the sharpening process to remove the remainder of the burr from the blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe principle of using a two-sided leather strop is pretty much the same as with sharpening stones. We start stropping on the coarser\/grainer leather and finish on the finer, smoother leather. We can also use the two sides to apply differently grained polishing pastes on the leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor an even better result and higher polish, we highly recommend applying \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/polishing-compound\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKoyo \"Green Rouge\" polishing compound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e to the grainier side of this leather strop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSo the principle is the same as we have with stones: gradual progression in stages according to the grain size of the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 38 cm x 5 cm x 1,5 cm (1.5\" x 0.2\" x 0.06\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 185\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg (6.5 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39605178269784,"sku":"220375001098","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdge-Leather-Strop---with-Handle-_2-sided__220375001098.jpg?v=1631797924"},{"product_id":"diamond-sharpening-stone-400-1000","title":"SharpEdge Diamond Sharpening Stone - #400\/#1000","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn economy diamond sharpening stone of #400\/#1000 granulation with a non-slip base stand for safer sharpening, which prevents the stone from moving around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond sharpening stones are suitable for the initial sharpening of very blunt or damaged knives. Diamond stones are very abrasive and will quickly remove steel. It can also be used to flatten whetstones of higher granulations. The main advantage of diamond stones over whetstones is that they will keep their shape with use. They will remain flat and will not get thinner. However, diamond stones are not as smooth and fine grit as whetstones, so they cannot be used as a final stage for sharpening, or for polishing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways splash some water on the diamond stone before sharpening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 180 × 60 × 8mm \/ 7.1\" x 2.4\" x 0.3\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39684538040408,"sku":"220444001177","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/DiamondSharpeningStone-_400_1000_220444001177_1.jpg?v=1634892173"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-leather-razor-strop","title":"SharpEdge Leather Razor Strop","description":"\u003cp\u003eLeather Razor Strop works a bit differently from other leather strops and needs extension pressure before use. For applying the pressure, you need an anchor point on one side and grip the handle on the other side. These type of leather strops are perfect not just for removing the burr, but also for polishing convex blades and sharpening razors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather strop is used at the very end of the sharpening process to remove the remainder of the burr from the blade. It will give a blade that extra-fine\/smooth sharpness. Nothing puts that final edge on a knife better than a leather strop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an even better result and higher polish, we highly recommend applying \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/polishing-compound\"\u003epolishing compound\u003c\/a\u003e to your leather strop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (L x W): 46 x 5 cm (18.1\" x 2.0\")\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39690609164376,"sku":"220375001178","price":10.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdgeLeatherRazorStrop_220375001178_1.jpg?v=1754561862"},{"product_id":"naniwa-rust-eraser","title":"Naniwa Rust Eraser","description":"\u003cp\u003eGot rust? Not if you have the Naniwa rust eraser! Naniwa's Rust Eraser is a handy little rubber-like tool that you can use to remove rust from knives. It can also be used to remove rust and stains from pans, gas stoves and even skis and snowboards. A must if your knife roll carries \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/carbon-steel-knives\"\u003ecarbon steel\u003c\/a\u003e knives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply soft to medium pressure when sliding the Rust Eraser on top of the rusty part of your knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe eraser may leave cleaning marks and minor scratches on the blade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 x 40 x 20\u003c\/span\u003e mm (2\u003cspan\u003e.0 x 1.6 x 0.8\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naniwa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39709247078488,"sku":"07034000201","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/07034000201_NaniwaRustEraser_gray.jpg?v=1636389651"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-adjustable-sink-bridge-stone-holder-orange","title":"SharpEdge Adjustable Sink Bridge - Stone Holder [orange]","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable Sink Bridge - a perfect solution for a mess-free knife sharpening! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKnife sharpening can be a messy job, usually performed on the kitchen counter. As sharpening stones need to be submerged in water, there is quite a lot of water\u0026amp;stone residue all around our kitchen counter. The \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"\/products\/adjustable-sharpening-stone-holder\" data-mce-href=\"\/products\/adjustable-sharpening-stone-holder\"\u003eadjustable stone holder\u003c\/a\u003e is already a nice solution, but if you want to bring knife sharpening to a new, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emess-free\u003c\/strong\u003e level, then you need a sink bridge! Designed for sharpening knives over any kitchen sink or on the kitchen counter as it includes anti-slip rubber at the bottom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"\/collections\/single-sided-sharpening-stones\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/single-sided-sharpening-stones\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhetstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e from different manufacturers and series come in a wide variety of lengths and widths, which is why we decided to create a new sink bridge that allows the sharpener to change between stones very easily and quickly. Each component of the sink bridge is adjustable, so the only thing that limits you is the size of your kitchen sink! The sink bridge has been designed with all professional sharpeners and serious home knife sharpeners in mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEasy assembly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e The sink bridge is easy to assemble with interconnecting independent screws.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAdjustable length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Adjustable for all stone sizes 118mm - 215mm (4.6\"-8.4\"). \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKitchen sink length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Extends to the width of the kitchen sink\/sharpening container in dimensions 260mm - 430mm (10.2\"-17.7\").\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSuitable for different surfaces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It has non-slip rubber pads. You can use it on the kitchen counter or table.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStorage and cleaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e After finishing your sharpening session, we recommend cleaning the sink bridge under running water by sliding the individual parts of the stand, as this removes the slurry between the rods and the jaws. The sink bridge can be completely disassembled with two screws, which makes cleaning and storage a lot easier. We recommend cleaning it thoroughly every 3-4 sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the sink bridge on the kitchen sink or the sharpening container.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAttach one jaw, place the stone on the stand, and then use the other jaw to squeeze and secure the stone. After finishing sharpening on one stone, the adjustable sliding jaws allow a quick and easy transition to a stone of different grit, regardless of the difference in stone size. You can easily change stones of different sizes and manufacturers during the grinding process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eanodized aluminum and stainless steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of the working container \/ sink:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum length 260mm (10.2\"), maximum length 430mm (16.9\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 495mm (19.4\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100mm (3.9\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth of jaws:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70mm (2.7\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1900g (67 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44807417856289,"sku":"220368001622","price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdgeProfessionalStoneHolder_orange_220368001344_1.jpg?v=1679567207"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-adjustable-sink-bridge-stone-holder-black","title":"SharpEdge Adjustable Sink Bridge - Stone Holder [black]","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable Sink Bridge - a perfect solution for a mess-free knife sharpening! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKnife sharpening can be a messy job, usually performed on the kitchen counter. As sharpening stones need to be submerged in water, there is quite a lot of water\u0026amp;stone residue all around our kitchen counter. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/adjustable-sharpening-stone-holder\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"\/products\/adjustable-sharpening-stone-holder\"\u003eadjustable stone holder\u003c\/a\u003e is already a nice solution, but if you want to bring knife sharpening to a new, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emess-free\u003c\/strong\u003e level, then you need a sink bridge! Designed for sharpening knives over any kitchen sink or on the kitchen counter as it includes anti-slip rubber at the bottom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/single-sided-sharpening-stones\" class=\"editor-rtfLink\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"\/collections\/single-sided-sharpening-stones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhetstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e from different manufacturers and series come in a wide variety of lengths and widths, which is why we decided to create a new sink bridge that allows the sharpener to change between stones very easily and quickly. Each component of the sink bridge is adjustable, so the only thing that limits you is the size of your kitchen sink! The sink bridge has been designed with all professional sharpeners and serious home knife sharpeners in mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEasy assembly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e The sink bridge is easy to assemble with interconnecting independent screws.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAdjustable length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Adjustable for all stone sizes 118mm - 215mm (4.6\"-8.4\"). \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKitchen sink length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Extends to the width of the kitchen sink\/sharpening container in dimensions 260mm - 450mm (10.2\"-17.7\").\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSuitable for different surfaces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It has non-slip rubber pads. You can use it on the kitchen counter or table.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStorage and cleaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e After finishing your sharpening session, we recommend cleaning the sink bridge under running water by sliding the individual parts of the stand, as this removes the slurry between the rods and the jaws. The sink bridge can be completely disassembled with two screws, which makes cleaning and storage a lot easier. We recommend cleaning it thoroughly every 3-4 sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the sink bridge on the kitchen sink or the sharpening container.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAttach one jaw, place the stone on the stand, and then use the other jaw to squeeze and secure the stone. After finishing sharpening on one stone, the adjustable sliding jaws allow a quick and easy transition to a stone of different grit, regardless of the difference in stone size. You can easily change stones of different sizes and manufacturers during the grinding process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eanodized aluminum and stainless steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of the working container \/ sink:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum length 260mm (10.2\"), maximum length 430mm (16.9\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 495mm (19.4\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100mm (3.9\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth of jaws:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70mm (2.7\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1900g (67 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46467792437594,"sku":"220368001344","price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/products\/SharpEdgeProfessionalStoneHolder_black_220368001344_1.jpg?v=1680170908"},{"product_id":"sharpedge-diamond-sharpening-stone-360-1000","title":"SharpEdge Diamond Sharpening Stone - #360\/#1000","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur combination diamond sharpening stone of #360\/#1000 granulation with a non-slip plastic base stand for safer sharpening, which prevents the stone from moving around, is a highly applicable sharpening tool that every sharpening enthusiast needs in their arsenal. It works with most steel types of various hardness, can repair the surface of other sharpening stones, and also makes a great gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond sharpening stones are most suitable for the initial sharpening of very blunt or visibly damaged, chipped knives since diamond stones are very abrasive and will quickly remove steel. They are also used to change the geometry of the blade if needed. The #360 grit is used for repairing large chips or restoring basic sharpness. The #1000 grit of the diamond sharpening stone can be used for regular maintenance and honing of your knives, ensuring that the blade achieves fine cutting function. Higher grits are suitable for final, fine polishing – make sure to check them out at our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its incredible abrasiveness, this diamond sharpening stone can also be used to flatten whetstones of higher granulations. The #360 grit can be used to flatten stones of grit #500 and higher. \u003cstrong\u003eHowever, it is important that before flattening whetstones with a diamond sharpening stone, you let the to-be-flattened whetstone soak in water for at least half an hour.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diamond sharpening stone has a wide non-slip plastic base for a better sharpening experience and improved safety of use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main advantage of diamond stones over whetstones is that they will keep their shape even with prolonged use. They will remain flat and will not get thinner, ensuring long-term usability. However, diamond stones do not have such a smooth and fine grit as whetstones, so they cannot be used for the final stage of knife sharpening, or for polishing. Your home sharpening set would also not be complete without a leather strop for the final smoothing and removing the burr. If that is what you are looking for, check out the other sharpening sets on our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: Always splash some water on the diamond stone before sharpening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis produces a slushy surface on top of the stone as the abrasive particles are released. This “slurry” is saturated with sharp particles, making sharpening easier and faster, while the removed metal particles immediately drain away. This means they can’t get caught in the stone and scratch the knife.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SharpEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47307303092570,"sku":"220444001573","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/SharpEdgeDiamondSharpeningStone-_360_1000_220444001573.jpg?v=1754561803"},{"product_id":"naniwa-diamond-pro-stone-400","title":"Naniwa Diamond Pro Stone - #400 [Diamond Stone Pro \/ DR-7504]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaniwa Diamond Pro stone with grit #400\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium diamond plate of lower granulation that is excellent for knife sharpening even when we are dealing with very hard steel and ceramics, for which regular whetstones prove ineffective or too slow. It is \u003cstrong\u003esuitable for all types of steel. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe low grit makes it especially suitable for repairing damaged blades and flattening other whetstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🚩 \u003cstrong\u003eMust be wet when in use!\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a \u003cstrong\u003esplash-and-go\u003c\/strong\u003e stone, so it is not necessary to soak it before sharpening, just splash some water on the top side of the stone and ... action! As with all water stones, keep Naniwa Diamond Pro stones wet when sharpening but allow them to dry between uses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA diamond stone is a great alternative for anyone who likes to save time on sharpening, as it removes material very quickly (both from whetstones and when repairing\/sharpening knives), and works very well with all types of steel. One of the main arguments why a diamond sharpening stone works so well is that it is completely flat and does not wear\/dish when used. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Naniwa Diamond Pro stone series differs from other diamond stones you may be familiar with. Naniwa Diamond Pro stones have a resin-bound diamond matrix layer bonded to a metal plate. Whereas many other diamond stones have only a single thin layer of diamond abrasive, the Naniwa Diamond Pro stones have several abrasive layers that form an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e1mm thick layer\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows the stone to effectively \"shed\" worn layers, offering a fresh diamond grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Naniwa Diamond Pro stone \u003cstrong\u003ecomes with an additional dressing stone\u003c\/strong\u003e for keeping the diamond layer clean and functional. The dressing stone should be soaked before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe #400 grit is suitable for resetting, flattening, or altering bevels without leaving deep scratches and also excels at starting edges on very hard knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sets a good flat foundation for knife thinning and removes deep stratches quickly, priming your knife for finer stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSAGE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor stone flattening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- secure the whetstone that needs to be flattened with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003estone holder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Placing the diamond stone on top of the whetstone, use circular and up-and-down movements to begin flattening process. For better results, draw a grid on the whetstone with a ballpoint pen or a pencil (do not use markers, those can be absorbed into the surface of the stone). When the grid is no longer visible, the stone is flattened. Thoroughly rinse both stones to remove any excess material. Flattening whetstones to up to #5000 grit will get you good results by only using the Naniwa diamond stone, while for higher granulations we recommend finishing with the\u003cspan\u003e (included) dressing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto get a smoother\/finer surface on the whetstone. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor knife repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- place the diamond stone on a flat surface and make sure it won't move around (use a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/sharpening-tools\/stone-holder\"\u003estone holder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor the most secure position). Proceed with the same movement\/sharpening technique as with whetstones to fix a damaged blade (see our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/blogs\/learn\/beginners-guide-to-knife-sharpening\"\u003eKnife Sharpening Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for details).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor knife sharpening \u003c\/strong\u003e- place the diamond stone on a flat surface and make sure it won't move around (use a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stone-holders\"\u003estone holder\u003c\/a\u003e for the most secure position). Proceed with the same movement\/sharpening technique as with whetstones to sharpen the blade (see our Knife Sharpening Guide for details). A lower granulation (#140 - #600 grit) is recommended for initial sharpening, followed by a #1000 grit diamond stone and, if desired, even finer grits. The final result will still be quite rough, so we recommend finishing with a leather strop. Make sure to splash some water on the diamond stone before sharpening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of diamond sharpening stones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equickly removes material when repairing or changing the blade's geometry\u003cbr\u003equick sanding and straightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecan be used for sharpening very hard powder steels (ZDP-189, HAP-40, R2) and ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eit retains its shape and does not wear\/dish with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elower granulations (such as this #400 grit) are excellent for flattening whetstones and repairing damaged blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisadvantages of diamond sharpening stones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor a really fine\/smooth edge and very precise sharpening, whetstones are a better choice - diamond stones are too rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enot suitable for making \"kasumi (mirror) finish\" on the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003esplash-and-go stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it is not necessary to soak it before sharpening, just splash some water on the top side of the stone and ... action! 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Over time, even the highest-quality stones wear unevenly, reducing their effectiveness. This lapping plate brings them back to perfectly flat condition so you can achieve razor-sharp, reliable results with every session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on an ultra-flat base and coated with industrial-grade diamond abrasives, the plate offers exceptional durability and fast material removal. 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The Shapton Diamond Glass Lapping Plate gives you the control and precision you need for \u003cstrong\u003eexpert-level results\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDesigned for Shapton Glass stones but suitable for other \u003cstrong\u003efine stones (#500 grit and up)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct Number: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e50100\u003cbr\u003eMicron: 54\/45 (mesh 270\/325)\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 253 x 80 x 24 mm (correction surface 245 x 72 mm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: approx. 750g\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shapton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51794940330330,"sku":"550431001789","price":375.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/ShaptonDiamondGlassLappingStone_550431001789_f8587814-5ff7-46bb-baf4-0904dd44de74.jpg?v=1753780784"}],"url":"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/sharpening-tools-1.oembed","provider":"SharpEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}