Japanese Natural Sharpening Stones - Razor Finishers (Nakayama / Ozuku?)

Japanese natural sharpening stones for razor sharpening. In terms of structure, colour and performance, stones very likely from the Nakayama mine, one possibly Ozuku or Nakayama.

All stones are suitable for finisher-level work (more than 10,000 grit) for a clean cut and high quality shaving.

Specifications for stones

No 1 - Kiita (Nakayama?)

• Dimensions: 209 × 75 × 25 mm
• Weight: 920 g
• Hardness: Lv 4,5
• Type.
• Notes: balanced stone, gentle but clear cut

No. 2 - Asagi (8 layers) (Nakayama?)

• Dimensions: 200 × 71 × 29 mm
• Weight: 950 g
• Hardness: Lv 4:7
• Comments: minor natural defects in the corners, does not interfere with work

No 3 - Mizu Asagi (Nakayama or Ozuku?)

• Dimensions: 194 × 72 × 25 mm
• Weight: 900 g
• Hardness: Lv 5
• Type:Mizu Asagi
• Notes: solid finisher, very clean and precise cut
  (possibly Ozuku or Nakayama)

Working characteristics

• Softer stones provided by a softer, more comfortable shave
• Harder stones duoda a more aggressive but extremely clean and precise cut
• Perfect for straight razor, kamisori and high-end tools