Masahiro 600 sharpening stone

📦 Masahiro #600 water stone

Background information:

• Manufacturer: Masahiro (Japan)
• Graininess: #600
• Type: Synthetic water stone (water stone, must be soaked before use)
• Purpose:
  • Repair and shaping phase (e.g. for removing minor dents, restoring blade profile)
  • Ideal before switching to #1000 or smaller stones
• Instructions for use (in Japanese on a metal plaque): 充分水につけてから使用して下さい。
  Translation: "Soak in sufficient water before use."

📌 Characteristics:

• Medium abrasive, fast grinding, but still gentle enough to shape the edge of the knife without making too deep a scratch mark.
• Suitable for both Japanese and Western steels, especially kitchen knives.

📌 Recommendations:

• Soaking: 10-15 minutes before use.
• Maintenance: store in a dry place, do not dry with heat sources.