Shapton Medium Grade Millstone Mastermind Green # 2000 of B

I have received this order on Oahu, Hawaii, 96825. I only have a few whetstone for sharpening some of my Japanese knives but this whetstone sharpen very well, it does not cut too fast or too much, which is perfect for touch up and regular sharpening upkeep of your knife. Can get your Japanese knife sharpen in a few minutes, feedback is good and relatively smooth.

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一般家庭ではこれ一つあれば十分かと思います。他の砥石も持っていますが、今はこれしか使っていません。研ぎ心地も良好であまり減らない感じです。長く使えそう！

This review analyzes the SHAPTON Kuromaku Sharpening Stone Green 2000 (Very Fine Grit) within the context of whetstone sharpening for achieving a polished edge on knives.Product Features:High-Quality Abrasive: The 2000 grit sharpening stone utilizes a ceramic abrasive known for consistent sharpening performance and fast cutting action.Splash and Go Convenience: The stone requires minimal soaking, reducing preparation time before use.Reputable Brand: SHAPTON is a recognized brand within the sharpening community, known for quality whetstones.Potential Benefits:Effective Edge Refinement: The 2000 grit stone is ideal for refining a previously sharpened edge, achieving a high degree of polish and sharpness suitable for daily use on various cutting tasks.Simple and Traditional Sharpening Method: Whetstones offer a tactile and controlled sharpening experience, allowing users to develop sharpening skills and achieve a high level of edge control.Considerations:Learning Curve: Mastering proper sharpening technique with whetstones requires practice and patience.Maintenance Requirements: Whetstones may require flattening over time to maintain a uniform sharpening surface.Grit Selection: The 2000 grit stone is suitable for final edge refinement. For heavily damaged or dull blades, a coarser grit stone might be necessary for initial sharpening stages.Overall Assessment:The SHAPTON Kuromaku Sharpening Stone Green 2000 (Very Fine Grit) is a well-regarded whetstone for achieving a polished edge on knives. The 2000 grit ceramic abrasive offers a balance of cutting ability and finishing finesse. The splash and go convenience and association with the SHAPTON brand are additional positive attributes.However, it's important to acknowledge the learning curve associated with whetstone sharpening and the potential need for additional sharpening stones with coarser grits for complete sharpening solutions.Conclusion:For experienced sharpeners or those seeking a high-quality whetstone for edge refinement, the SHAPTON Kuromaku Sharpening Stone Green 2000 (Very Fine Grit) is a strong recommendation. Its effectiveness, brand reputation, and user-friendly features make it a valuable tool for achieving a polished and sharp knife edge.Disclaimer: This review is based on product specifications and general sharpening principles. Individual user experiences may vary.

I wasn't getting the results I wanted from my diamond stones directly to a strop.This was a nice in between, a polishing stone, it gave me the results I wanted, great hair wiggling sharpness.However, you do need to have a good formed apex, and removed the burr before coming to this stone. Even so if you mismatch the angle while on this stone you're just wasting time not getting a burr, and just getting frustrated even ruining the existing apex. The sound on the stone is great, it really helps it sounds like a soft Japanese sand stone but it cuts like diamond.So sometimes you need to go back to #1000 and back to this #2000 again, until you get good enough to form a burr and remove it.Once you do, the results speak for themselves.You'll also need one of those japanese rust sponges to clean it up, it gets filled up with gunk quite often, and it cuts well while dirty but if you're polishing a thinned knife you get better results with constant cleaning and water, unlike low grit where the mud helps with the cutting.I find the price high but worth it, because I only tried cheap stuff before, clearly not as expensive as the 70-170 stones but still 50-60 isn't 35.