Use this fine grit stone after sharpening with a coarse and medium grit to remove any scratches on the surface or to simply realign a slightly dull edge for a razor sharp finish. Using a fine grit stone to polish your edge can actually help to make carbon steel knives more rust-proof. Start with a generous amount of water over the stone and finish by pressing your blade lightly in the slurry. The particles in the slurry act as a buffer to polish your blade. The nagura or buffer stone that is included with this stone will also help you create a slurry that aids with sharpening and polishing.

Specifications

• Material: Synthetic stone
• Grit: 8000
• Dimensions: 9 7/8″ x 3 1/8″ x 2″ ht
• This whetstone comes mounted on a wooden holder and with a Nagura (buffer stone)