King stone a well reputable brand in sharpening stone of Japanese origin. A deluxe fine mesh 6000 super finishing stone for honing and polishing metal knives and cutting tools.
Soak stone in water for 20 minutes before use. Set sharpening stone with base onto a sharpening station over a water trough. This ensure stone is used throughout the sharpening process well supplied with water splashes. It is recommended that the stone slurry from the sharpening process be retained on the stone surface as its fine metal and stone particles assist in polishing. Secure the knife on a sharpening guide for a consistant cutting angle both sides on a double bevel knife.
Ocassional stone dressing to ensure a flat surface essential for a consistant knife angle. Dressing stone and silicon carbide grains available for this purpose. After use dry the stone and store flat.
