{"title":"Finger Stones","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"japanese-whetstone-scrap-by-the-pound-for-nagura-finger-stones","title":"Japanese Whetstone Scrap By The Pound - For Nagura \u0026 Finger Stones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have plenty of Japanese whetstone scrap \/ offcuts which we are offering for sale by the pound. Mostly pre-finisher or finisher hardness from the Aiwatani mine (Suita, Tomae, Akapin) there is also some Nakayama and other miscellaneous mine and layers whetstone mixed in. Some pieces are large enough for flattening to make small kamisori or pocket hones, but mostly this is great material for making into nagura, breaking into finger stones or crushing into powder for polishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSelection is completely random, a sampling of the scrap is pictured. We cannot fully guarantee quality or characteristics of these pieces as they have not been flattened or tested. There may be toxic lines or spots in the stone which can be cut or worked around.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"1\/2 lb (227g)","offer_id":41620208681054,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb (454g)","offer_id":41620208713822,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2lb (907g)","offer_id":41620208746590,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_0734_b2ff2dd3-f9e7-472c-8cb9-bacb2fd88ee4.jpg?v=1744209517"},{"product_id":"mizukihara-uchigumori-nagura-finger-stones-japanese-whetstone-100g","title":"Mizukihara Uchigumori - Nagura \u0026 Finger Stones Japanese Whetstone - 100g (0.22 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have plenty of these raw Mizukihara Uchigumori raw finger stone or nagura pieces which we are offering for sale in 100g batches. The pictured stones are representative of a 100g batch, but will vary in size in appearance from those shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUchigumori fingerstones have been used in Japan, throughout history, for polishing swords.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn a traditional sword polishing progression, these stones are used for the final stages of polishing. Uchigumori are unique in that they have specific characteristics which react with the steel creating a unique polishing effect.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn modern times, they are used for polishing knives to create the same effects.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUchigumori Fingerstones are harvested from raw Uchigumori Ore and help to create a smooth, even and consistent Kasumi finish with a hazy Jigane and white, hazy Hagane.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDepending on the hardness and performance characteristics of the Uchigumori, differing levels of refinement and haze can be achieved.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pieces of Uchigumori can be thinned and flattened to make Fingerstones. There are various sizes, shapes and levels of hardness. Some are large enough to make Tomo Nagura.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all unprocessed stones, there a degree of uncertainty regarding the final results which can only determined by using the stones.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41693843849310,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_1571_f10c3770-41d2-4e42-85d4-b8f2342a18d7.jpg?v=1747056502"},{"product_id":"hon-narutaki-nagura-finger-stones-japanese-whetstone-100g-0-22-lbs","title":"Hon Narutaki - Nagura \u0026 Finger Stones Japanese Whetstone - 100g (0.22 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have plenty of these raw Narutaki raw finger stone or nagura pieces which we are offering for sale in 100g batches. The pictured stones are representative of a 100g batch, but will vary in size in appearance from those shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese unprocessed pieces of Tenjou Tomae and Akapin are excellent for fingerstones and small Nagura. Traditionally, these Narutaki stones were used for Japanese Sword Polishing. They would typically be used after Uchigumori for the final stages of polishing.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese stones are on the softer side overall and will include different colors, patterns and levels of possible polish\/refinement.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Narutaki stones have a distinct ability to create vivid Kasumi polish with hazy Jigane and bright Hagane.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese stones are from the Hon Narutaki mine and not the “geographic area”, sometimes referred to as Narutaki.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all unprocessed stones, there a degree of uncertainty regarding the final results which can only determined by using the stones.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41693893230686,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_1570_f52fd1dc-6d66-4a73-b64f-50de38c4eab6.jpg?v=1747059047"},{"product_id":"hideriyama-suita-nagura-finger-stones-japanese-whetstone-100g-0-22-lbs","title":"Hideriyama Suita Renge - Nagura \u0026 Finger Stones Japanese Whetstone - 100g (0.22 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have plenty of these raw Hideriyama Suita raw finger stone or nagura pieces which we are offering for sale in 100g batches. The pictured stones are representative of a 100g batch, but will vary in size in appearance from those shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rare Hideriyama Suita are perfect for fingerstones. They excell in creating a smooth and even Kasumi polish with little effort.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e S\u003c\/span\u003eimilar to Uchigumori in many ways, they can be used interchangeably or together in a polishing progression.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese stones would be considered Hayuza meaning softer and more hazy with a bit less luster and refinement.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for polishers looking for a deep, dark, matte Jigane and white, bright, hazy Hagane.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all unprocessed stones, there a degree of uncertainty regarding the final results which can only determined by using the stones.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41693903585374,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_1569_9f49ce6e-5ec4-475c-a14b-f7f8faaf127a.jpg?v=1747059868"},{"product_id":"hideriyama-shiro-suita-renge-tomo-nagura-soft-japanese-natural-whetstones-copy","title":"Hideriyama Hon Shiro Suita Tomo Nagura - Soft Japanese Natural Whetstones","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"56095f31-c9aa-45f6-9b9d-4f39c25b5ce7\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive randomly selected nagura of the chosen size. The pictures give an indication of the quality and size of nagura but what you receive may differ from the photos.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eBeautiful, pure white, hon Shiro Suita Tomo nagura from Hideriyama. These medium soft Tomo nagura make the perfect accessory for most of your sharpening needs. Whether being used a stone for re conditioning a base stones surface or providing abrasive slurry, these Shiro Suita do it in style. Mined from the deeper, hon Shiro strata, they offer a more refined set of performance characteristics when compared to the Hideriyama Renge Suita Tomo which we offer as well. These Hon Shiro nagura offer a bit more in terms of refinement capabilities. These Hon Shiro also shine when used as a slurry stone for knife polishing. Their slurry can be highly beneficial on a harder stone by adding to the stones ability to create a vividly contrasting kasumi finish. They can also be used as a rust eraser, when rubbed directly on to a blade, similar to the concept of finger stones. Being on the softer side, these highly abrasive slurry stones are also great for re conditioning stone surfaces after lapping\/heavy use. They provide a smooth, matte stone surface for maximum comfortability while honing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese nagura will tend to release their own slurry when used on base stones Level 3.5+ hardness. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Small (under 60g)","offer_id":42096091103326,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (61g-99g)","offer_id":42096091136094,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (100g+ )","offer_id":42096091431006,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_5848_f0b75bef-8810-460a-a92a-b78672472797.jpg?v=1760274443"},{"product_id":"yaginoshima-asagi-nagura-finger-stones-japanese-whetstone-100g-0-22-lbs","title":"Yaginoshima Asagi - Nagura \u0026 Finger Stones Japanese Whetstone - 100g (0.22 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have plenty of these raw Hideriyama Suita raw finger stone or nagura pieces which we are offering for sale in 100g batches. The pictured stones are representative of a 100g batch, but will vary in size in appearance from those shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eYaginoshima Asagi are quite underrated in terms of Polishing performance. Although these Asagi are quite firm, they do an excellent job in gently polishing the jigane\/hagane without the tendency to scratch. This is quite rare in hard\/fine stones. These Asagi are well known for their purity, which is vital in fingerstone polishing performance. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese Yaginoshima Asagi can be utilized by polishing with medium to light pressure and proper water management to achieve a beautiful, detailed, Kasumi finish with excellent balance of refinement vs contrast. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe are offering these Yaginoshima fingerstones at a lower price so please give them a try. Great for all skill levels including beginners.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerfect for using after Yaginoshima Suita.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42640180936798,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_0020_faaa5ecb-254a-461d-9969-380f6f7ec668.jpg?v=1775943854"},{"product_id":"yaginoshima-suita-nagura-finger-stones-japanese-whetstone-100g-0-22-lbs","title":"Yaginoshima Suita - Nagura \u0026 Finger Stones Japanese Whetstone - 100g (0.22 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have plenty of these raw Hideriyama Suita raw finger stone or nagura pieces which we are offering for sale in 100g batches. The pictured stones are representative of a 100g batch, but will vary in size in appearance from those shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eYaginoshima Suita are highly respected for their polishing attributes and we're excited to introduce these beautiful Shiro Suita for fingerstones. These Shiro Suita are medium hardness and quite easy to use, perfect for all polishers, even beginners! \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese Suita will tend to produce a deep, semi hazy, Kasumi finish with a nice balance of refinement vs contrast. These Suita typically polish the jigane to a semi bright, hazy finish with the Hagane polished to a bright, silver - like finish. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerfect for setting the stage for a fine fingerstone like Yaginoshima asagi.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42640185000030,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_0017_2eb7ac99-1c2c-4649-ab36-0fa76ef7b7bd.jpg?v=1775943999"},{"product_id":"hideriyama-hon-shiro-suita-nagura-finger-stones-japanese-whetstone-100g-0-22-lbs","title":"Hideriyama Hon Shiro Suita - Nagura \u0026 Finger Stones Japanese Whetstone - 100g (0.22 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have plenty of these raw Hideriyama Suita raw finger stone or nagura pieces which we are offering for sale in 100g batches. The pictured stones are representative of a 100g batch, but will vary in size in appearance from those shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eHideriyama is a mine which produced amazing stones for knives. These Hon Shiro Suita fingerstones are quite easy to process and work with, being semi soft. These Hon Shiro Suita fingerstones are a bit more fine than the Hideriyama Renge Suita fingerstones. For this reason, they can be used for final finishing where a deep, hazy Kasumi finish is desired. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese fingerstones create a uniform blanket of haze on the jigane and polish the hagane or hard steel to a silver, hazy finish. These fingerstones can be used effectively on Honyaki, mono steel and clad blades. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Griffith Shaving Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42642884493406,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2905\/files\/IMG_0015_6c93e033-fe2b-441e-b983-5f876714af4d.jpg?v=1776081417"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.griffithshavinggoods.com\/fr\/collections\/finger-stones.oembed","provider":"Griffith Shaving Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}