King Deluxe #8000 Japanese Waterstone

The King Deluxe Japanese waterstone with #8000 grit is a professional tool designed for final polishing and finishing of cutting edges. Manufactured in Japan by the renowned King brand (Matsunaga Stone), it is a classic choice for achieving mirror-like smoothness and extreme sharpness. It allows for precise refining of steel previously sharpened on lower grit stones.

Application:

• For sharpening: hand planes, chisels, kitchen knives including Japanese ones (santoku, bunka, nakiri), stainless steel knives, carving knives, marking knives, garden tools, etc.

• Final edge polishing to achieve a mirror finish.

• Maintenance and sharpness retention: Ideal for regular touch-ups of woodworking chisels, plane blades, and high-end carbon and stainless steel kitchen knives.

• Precision work: Finishing carving tools and edges requiring a perfectly clean cut without tearing wood fibers.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Exceptionally fine grit (#8000): allows for razor-sharp edge smoothness, significantly reducing resistance during work with chisels or hand planes.

• Consistent slurry release: the polishing paste created during sharpening ensures an even finishing process without the risk of scratching the tip of the blade.

• Optimal dimensions and weight: the 207×66×20mm size provides stability at the workbench and a comfortable surface for guiding wide plane blades.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer / Brand: King (Matsunaga Stone Co., Ltd.)

• Stone type: synthetic waterstone

• Grit: #8000 (Finishing / Polishing)

• Dimensions: 207 × 66 × 20 mm

• Weight: 550 g

• Country of origin: Japan