Carefully manufactured to achieve the highest levels of performance and durability, the Shapton Glass Sharpening Stone, 500 Grit is durable and long-lasting.

FEATURES

• 500 grit / 29.4 micron
• Ideal for resetting the edge of the blade, removing chips and dents from an old blade
• Lapping (flattening) to maintain the sharpening surface in proper shape is required
• They do not need to be soaked in water; simply splash some on and start sharpening.
• As with all water hones, Shapton water-stones do wear concave with use and require periodic re-flattening.

MATERIALS

• Ceramic abrasive 
• Glass bottom

SPECS

• 2.75 x 8.25" (210 mm x 70 mm)
  
• Thickness: 0.39" (10 mm)

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Japan