Neiko 54004A Whetstone Knife Sharpening Stone Set

The NEIKO 54004A Whetstone Sharpener Set is a versatile tool that can sharpen any blade, whether you're working with an axe, hatchet, or kitchen knife. This sanding stone kit is suitable for a wide range of blades, including kitchen knives, chef knives, steak knives, hunting knives, sontoku knives, paring knives, utility knives, sushi knives, cleavers, Japanese knives, butcher knives, BBQ knives, pocket knives, scissors, chisels, straight razors, swords, hatchets, and axes.

The double-sided Japanese wet stones come in two different grits, allowing you to both sharpen and hone your blades. The brown side has a #400 grit, which is used for sharpening the blade, while the white side has a #1000 grit, which is used for honing the blade. The set includes a non-slip rubber pad for stability and safety during use, as well as a silicone base to hold the stone.

For optimal sharpening, it is recommended to use a 15-20 degree angle. Before use, the stone should be submerged in water for at least 10-15 minutes, or until the bubbles stop forming. Once the stone is ready, it should be placed on the silicone base. While knife sharpening oil is recommended, it is not required when using this knife sharpening block.

The NEIKO 54004A Whetstone Sharpener Set is made of heavy-duty white corundum, which is a white aluminum oxide that is an iron-free non-disposable abrasive. The red-surfaced side of the stone is the coarse whetstone, which grinds and sharpens the edges of tools, blades, and knives. The white-surfaced side is the polishing whetstone, which uses a fine grit to hone and polish the blade edges, restoring your knives and tools to their former sharpness.

The 400 grit flattening stone is a medium to medium-fine coarse grit with a good metal removal rate, making it the minimum recommended final stage for knives. This grit will sharpen dull blades but may not achieve a super-fine edge. The 1000 grit whetstone, on the other hand, is a fine coarse with a modest sharpening rate, but it can bring dull knives back to a factory-standard sharpness, leaving the metal edge with a frosted appearance.

Whether you're sharpening your tools for work, your outdoor gear, or your kitchen knives, the NEIKO 54004A Whetstone Sharpener Set is a versatile and reliable tool that can keep your blades in top condition.

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