Shiun 170mm Wa-Santoku Nakiri This stone can be used

This stone can be used as your final stone or as a step up to something in the 8000+ grit range

touching on a variety of subjects

Being a natural material

* Primarily Japanese language with English recipe translations in the rear

It is porous and actually soaks in water while providing a more traditional whetstone feel

Shiun 170mm Wa-Santoku Nakiri This stone can be usedProduct Description Detailed Specs Measurements Made in Seki City by Seki Kanetsugu, the Shiun series combines excellent performance with a unique look. These knives feature a VG10 stainless steel core hardened to approximately 60 HRC and stainless hammered cladding. They offer good edge retention, are easy to maintain, and are relatively easy to sharpen. The Shiun series is ground thin for smooth cutting performance and features a wide bevel design