{"product_id":"shun-classic-2-piece-carving-set-with-gift-box","title":"Seki Magoroku Whetstone Combo 1000\/4000 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhetstone type: Combination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical use: Dual sided grit for sharpening and polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombination of the most commonly used grits, #1000 and #4000, for restoring blade sharpness and polishing to a fine finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes a multifunctional storage case. The lid is designed to hold water for soaking the whetstone prior to use, and the base has non-slip feet to provide a steady platform for sharpening. Suitable for sharpening and maintaining all knives, including high spec blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e184 x 64 x 25mm (L\/W\/H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing your whetstone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat grit whetstone is best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically a coarse whetstone, 220 to 400 grit, will remove material quickly. This is useful for repairing chips or other imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA medium grit whetstone, typically 1000 to 2000, is suitable for sharpening most knives that have a blade in reasonable but dull condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine to very fine whetstone, around 4,000 to 8,000 grit is used for finely sharpening, finishing, and polishing your blade to a mirror like finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak your whetstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whetstone should first be soaked in water for about 10 minutes before using it. Thereafter place on a slip free surface and ensure the stone is kept slightly wet during the grinding process by dribbling some water on the surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to sharpen with your whetstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble bevel blades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(e.g. Shun Classic, Premier)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind the knife with a 15° angle to the whetstone, moving the blade with light pressure toward and away from your body. Repeat this process until you can feel a fine burr.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis should be repeated proportionally on all parts of the blade. It is important to grind both sides of the blade equally to regain a symmetrically sharpened knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo remove the burr formed along the blade as a result of sharpening, place a piece of newspaper on a flat surface and holding the knife at a similiar angle used on the whetstone, swipe the blade sideways left and right across newspaper.  Once the burr is removed, you will feel a smooth edge along the blade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter sharpening carefully wash, dry, and safely store your knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle bevel blades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(e.g. Kai Wasabi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the ground side first on the whetstone. Make sure that you use the angle recommended by the manufacturer. Grind the knife with a 45° angle to the whetstone, moving the blade with light pressure away from and toward your body. Repeat this process until you feel a fine burr.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the ground side is done, turnover the knife and repeat the process as described above on the hollow-ground side but less often – 1\/10 will do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo remove the burr formed along the blade as a result of sharpening, place a piece of newspaper on a flat surface and holding the knife at a similiar angle used on the whetstone, swipe the blade sideways left and right across newspaper.  Once the burr is removed, you will only feel a smooth edge along the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter sharpening carefully wash, dry, and safely store your knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor further guidance, the video below has some useful instructions:\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ochre Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45560711610554,"sku":null,"price":144.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0721\/8813\/3562\/files\/41AP0334_12ef1a5a-c015-4c32-8c55-cdf2e2a1e7d3.jpg?v=1770161234","url":"https:\/\/ochredesign.co.nz\/products\/shun-classic-2-piece-carving-set-with-gift-box","provider":"Ochre Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}