Product Information

• Brand:NANIWA
• Model:NW-0410(400/1000 Grit) / NW-1030(1000/3000 Grit) / NW-3050(3000/5000 Grit) / NW-5080(5000/8000 Grit) / NW-5120(5000/12000 Grit)
• Material:Corundum
• Product type:Sharpening Stone
• Country of origin:Japan
• 400/1000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 210 x 70 x H10 mm, 250 x 90 x 40 mm, Item weight (approx): 800 g, Shipping weight (approx): 970 g
• 1000/3000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 210 x 70 x H10 mm, 250 x 90 x 40 mm, Item weight (approx): 800 g, Shipping weight (approx): 970 g
• 3000/5000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 210 x 70 x H10 mm, 250 x 90 x 40 mm, Item weight (approx): 800 g, Shipping weight (approx): 970 g
• 5000/8000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 210 x 70 x H10 mm, 250 x 90 x 40 mm, Item weight (approx): 800 g, Shipping weight (approx): 970 g
• 5000/12000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 210 x 70 x H10 mm, 250 x 90 x 40 mm, Item weight (approx): 800 g, Shipping weight (approx): 970 g

Key Features

• This twin set comes with two Gouken Kagayaki sharpening stones.
• This sharpening stone allows you to smoothly sharpen all kinds of steel knives except for ceramic knives.
• No need to soak the stone in water, you can use it right after splashing some water on the surface.
• Comes a hygienic case for storing the stone after use. The case has a non-slip bottom, therefore can also be used as a working base.
• The #400 stone is for fixing chipped blades. The #1000 stone is great for everyday maintenance. The #2000 or higher stones can be used for retaining extra sharp edges.

Use & Care

• Splash some water on the surface and start sharpening. You don’t need to soak the stone with water prior to use. Simply moisten it with water while sharpening.
• Make sure to use the stone on the flat, stable and non-slippery surface.
• Wash it well with water after use. Air dry it and store it away from the direct sunlight.
• In case a part of the stone is chipped after a fall, for example, make sure to smooth out the chipped part so that the blade won’t be damaged when sharpening with it.
• Do not sharpen ceramic knives.

Background

Since its establishment, Naniwa Abrasive Mfg. Co.,Ltd. has been dedicated to the development and manufacture of grinding and polishing technology and tools. They have an integrated system from production to sales of a wide variety of grindstone or diamond tools.