Know Your Hones: Natural or Artificial?

Know Your Hones: Natural or Artificial?

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Sharp blades require the right tools. Hones, commonly known as sharpening stones, are effective in keeping edges sharp but only if you’re using the proper hone with correct grit.  Types of Hones There are two basic types of hones; natural and artificial.  Natural HonesNatural hones are often referred to as coticules. The word coticule comes from the Latin word coticula, which means whetstone. These natural hones, or coticules, come in several different sizes. Their appearance will also differ and no…

Sharpening Stones: Micron & Grit

Sharpening Stones: Micron & Grit

It can be overwhelming, and slightly confusing, picking out the correct sharpening stone. We want to simplify the selection process by making it easier to understand, and identify, the differences between microns and grits. The micron of sharpening stone measures the size of abrasive grain used. The higher the micron, the coarser the stone. In contrast, a stone’s grit represents the overall coarseness of the stone. The lower the grit, the coarser the grit. Choosing the Right Stone COARSE STONES Coarse…

Stay Sharp with Shapton

Stay Sharp with Shapton

Shapton is the world leader in producing high-quality and durable sharpening stones. Known for their impressive sharpening capabilities and unique composition, Shapton has proudly served its customers for over 50 years. Offering both glass and whetstone sharpening products, we will be taking a closer look at their new Kuromaku Professional Stones.   Design Combining abrasives, like silicon carbide and alumina, with binders and other composite materials, gives Shapton stones their durability and longevity. Another defining feature of the Shapton stone is its exclusive design….