Dual-sided white corundum whetstone with 600 Grit and 2000 Grit, fixed with an anti-slip silicone base
7" L x 2?" W x 1" H (18 cm L x 6 cm W x 2? cm H)
Dual Whetstone Grit Combinations ?? Coarse and Fine Grits |
??Whet? means to sharpen.
The whetstones in this chart have a moderately FINE grit surface on one side and a COARSE grit surface on the other side. Consider this category as all-purpose whetstones. An abrasive surface of ???? 1000? is considered to be a coarse grit. An abrasive surface of ??> 1000? is considered to be a finer grit. On a scale, grits from 1000 to 3000 are considered Medium; stones above 4000 grit are finishing stones. |
900.WS4.6020 600 Grit ?? Repair 2000 Grit - Sharpening | 900.WS5.1030 1000 Grit ?? Sharpening 3000 Grit ?? Medium Finish |
600 grit is abrasive. Use when the blade is dull, or perhaps damaged (ex: minor chips or nicks). Use 600 grit cautiously.
2000 grit is for ??sharpening? and is best used to sharpen knives on a regular basis.
This whetstone might be considered a good overall choice for minor repairs and regular sharpening. | 1000 grit is considered the usual grit for sharpening.
Exercise caution, think of this as the starting point to regain an edge when a blade needs a good sharpening. The best approach is to not start too aggressively.
3000 grit is still for ??sharpening?. This is best used when sharpening knives on a regular basis. |
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