Ikimurasaki 赤ピン砥石 Finishing Natural whetstone

• Size approx. 14.6 x 8.2 x 2.3 cm
• Weight approx. 650 gr

An excellent sharpening finishing stone with sufficient hardness. In particular, Ikimurasaki is known for its good reaction to steel and is often used for sharpening razors. Although this is not a new item, it seems to have been used with great care and attention and has left a very good impression.

The sharpness of a razor is directly related to the value of barbers, and it seems that in the past there were many barbers who spent a lot of money on natural stones. Recently, changing blades has become common due to the hassle of sharpening razors and from a hygiene point of view, but some barbershops still use such whetstones and keep some in a sterilized cabinet.
Very few Nakayama or Ozuku red stones remain, even in Kyoto shops. It is a very valuable stone.

Be sure to use warm water for sharpening. This is a good natural Japanese stone.