Q: What's included in it?
The king whetstone starter set includes an 800x general-purpose stone and a 4000x finishing stone, covering most basic sharpening jobs in one set.
60M0310 - Basic Water Stone Set
King water stones were among the first Japanese stones introduced to the West. They are aluminum oxide abrasive in a resin bond. In our testing, they were effective in O1 steel but noticeably slower in tough alloys such as A2. The particles fracture and dull after a short period, performing like progressively finer grits, which allows you to move from a medium grit straight to a finishing stone. They are economically priced, require only a quick soaking before use, and are a good choice for honing softer tool steels or when cost is a concern.
These two water stones are the best all-purpose choice for basic sharpening.
The 800x cuts quickly, leaving a finish that is fine enough to go immediately to the 4000x stone for a final edge. Measures 8” × 2 1/2”x1 3/8”.
The standard 4000x water stone quickly puts a mirror edge on tools. It has the best combination of speed, economy and finish of our fine stones. Measures 7”x2 1/2”x3/4”.
Made in Japan.
The king whetstone starter set includes an 800x general-purpose stone and a 4000x finishing stone, covering most basic sharpening jobs in one set.
Yes, the 800x and 4000x combination is the standard two-stone starting point for chisels, plane blades and similar edge tools.
They're effective on O1 steel but cut noticeably slower on tougher alloys such as A2, so they suit softer tool steels best.
Not necessarily for everyday work; add an 8000x stone later only if you want an even finer polish for delicate paring or finish work.
Yes, only briefly; a quick soaking is enough before use.
| Materials | Aluminum oxide abrasive in resin bond |
| Dimensions | 800x stone 8" × 2 1/2" × 1 3/8"; 4000x stone 7" × 2 1/2" × 3/4" |
| Includes | 800x sharpening stone; 4000x sharpening stone |
| Package Quantity | Set of 2 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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King Basic Stone Set
King water stones were among the first Japanese stones introduced to the West. They are aluminum oxide abrasive in a resin bond. In our testing, they were effective in O1 steel but noticeably slower in tough alloys such as A2. The particles fracture and dull after a short period, performing like progressively finer grits, which allows you to move from a medium grit straight to a finishing stone. They are economically priced, require only a quick soaking before use, and are a good choice for honing softer tool steels or when cost is a concern.
These two water stones are the best all-purpose choice for basic sharpening.
The 800x cuts quickly, leaving a finish that is fine enough to go immediately to the 4000x stone for a final edge. Measures 8” × 2 1/2”x1 3/8”.
The standard 4000x water stone quickly puts a mirror edge on tools. It has the best combination of speed, economy and finish of our fine stones. Measures 7”x2 1/2”x3/4”.
Made in Japan.
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