Natural Whetstone - Masamotozan - Tomae - Kasumi Finish [For Finishing]

A natural finishing whetstone from Shomotozan, Kyoto, this is a piece from the Tōmae layer.

Tōmae is characterized by its uniform and stable abrasive grain layer, making it easy to handle among finishing stones and offering a well-balanced stone quality suitable for a wide range of applications. Its smooth sharpening feel and moderate abrasive power allow for a stable finish.

It can firmly refine steel while delicately and sharply finishing the blade edge, making it ideal for practical final finishing.

■ Features

Natural finishing whetstone from Shomotozan
Stable Tōmae layer
Uniform and easy-to-handle abrasive grain layer
Smooth and controllable sharpening feel
Suitable for kitchen knives, planes, chisels, Japanese razors, etc.

■ Product Details

? Name: Natural Whetstone Shomotozan Tōmae
? Origin: Shomotozan, Kyoto
? Stone Quality: Finishing Stone
? Hardness: Medium-hard to Hard
? Use: Final finishing for kitchen knives, tools, planes, chisels, Japanese razors, etc.
? Condition: Flattened and shaped
? Size: See photos

■ Usage Example

Using a Nagura stone will bring out more stable abrasive power and firmly refine the blade edge.
Widely useful for all finishing processes.

■ Precautions

*As this is a natural whetstone, there may be streaks, uneven coloring, or small chips, but these do not affect its use.
*After use, wipe off moisture and store in a dry condition.

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