Shobudani Shiro Suita Renge Japanese Natural Whetstone

This exceptional Japanese whetstone was selected by us and imported directly from Japan, sealed with clear lacquer on sides & back, and thoroughly tested. Results are provided below.

Hardness: 3.5
Old stock Shobudani Shiro Suita. Shobudani is one of the two original Honyama Mines along with Nakayama. Shobudani is revered for its diverse, high quality stones. Shobudani Suita are highly regarded for their fast cutting speed and polishing ability. The Suita have become quite rare since mining ceased decades ago. This Shiro Suita is medium hardness with classic light blue/grey base color and Renge. Perfect renge suita with crisp, light feel. great for razor pre finish. Perfect for knives and tools for final finishing or used in a progression followed a super fine stone. Produces toothy edges and highly contrasting Kasumi finish.