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This whetstone has a #1000 grit level is perfect for general sharpening. This product comes with a non-slip base.
Yasuda Hamono is a family-owned company in Seki City, Japan that produces quality knives. They focus on the research and development of the knives' heat treatment and sharpening in order to provide a durable selection. The city of Seki is world famous in production of the finest knives. The history of these knives are rooted in weapon production in Seki dating back to the 13th century, when the famous samurai swords began to be made here.
- Size: 8.2" x .3"
- Made in Japan
- Material: Stone
- Product # YYA5023
- Code: NWS
Founded in 1957 in Seki, Gifu prefecture, Yasuda Hamono has perfected the art of knife making, from the quality of the blade’s steel, the straightening and sharpening processes, and the finishing of the handle. The knives are made almost entirely by hand, with the intention of bringing every cook the ease and joy of a crisp cut.
Each blade and whetstone is made in Seki, which has a long history of making famous samurai swords. When samurai were banned from carrying swords in the Meiji era, artisans diversified into other crafts. Today, Seki is still known for high quality scissors, cutlery, and knives.