Shapton Kuromaku Melon -#8000

Shapton, manufacturer of Japanese Waterstones from Nabatame, Tochigi province, is famous for their durable and hard sharpening stones. Their stones tend to stay flat longer than other brands.

 Specifications 

Brand: Shapton 
Size: 210 x 70 x 15mm 

Use & Precaution 

This stone does not require soaking. Sprinkle a little water only when sharpening. As a general rule, never soak stones with #3000 grits and higher in the water. After use, let the stone dry thoroughly. Returning a stone into its box while still wet or damp will result in molding and might decrease in quality. 

It usually takes 1  E weeks for us to restock should this item is not available.