NANIWA BASE Combination Sharpening Stone with Base

Product Information

• Brand:NANIWA
• Model:QA-0240(220/1000 Grit) / QA-0241(1000/3000 Grit) / QA-0242(220 Grit) / QA-0243(1000 Grit) / QA-0244(3000 Grit)
• Material:Aluminum Oxide
• Product type:Sharpening Stone
• Country of origin:Japan
• 220/1000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 185 x 65 x H15 mm, Item weight (approx): 750 g, Shipping weight (approx): 850 g
• 1000/3000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 185 x 65 x H15 mm, Item weight (approx): 750 g, Shipping weight (approx): 850 g
• 220 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 185 x 65 x H15 mm, Item weight (approx): 400 g, Shipping weight (approx): 500 g
• 1000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 185 x 65 x H15 mm, Item weight (approx): 400 g, Shipping weight (approx): 500 g
• 3000 Grit:Dimensions (approx): 185 x 65 x H15 mm, Item weight (approx): 400 g, Shipping weight (approx): 500 g

Key Features

• Comes with two different grit stones, perfect for beginners who are purchasing sharpening stones for the first time.
• Suited for sharpening knives made of steel or stainless steel. You cannot use it to sharpen ceramic knives.
• The case can be used as a working base. The non-slip rubber on the bottom allows you to sharpen knives safely. When not in use, you can store it in the case.
• You can purchase only spare sharpening stones to replace the old ones.
• The #220 grit stone is suited for fixing the chipped blades. The #1000 grit stone is perfect for everyday maintenance. You can use the #3000 stone for extra sharp edges.

Use & Care

• Soak the stone for about 10 minutes to saturate it prior to use.
• Splash some water on the stone as you sharpen the blades.
• Make sure to use the stone on the flat, stable and non-slippery surface.
• Wash it well with water after use. Air dry and store it away from the direct sunlight.
• In case a part of the stone is chipped after a fall, for example, make sure to smooth out the chipped part so that the blade won't be damaged when sharpening with it.

Background

Since its establishment, Naniwa Abrasive Mfg. Co.,Ltd. has been dedicated to the development and manufacture of grinding and polishing technology and tools. They have an integrated system from production to sales of a wide variety of grindstone or diamond tools.