Belgian Coticule - 125mm x 40mm (4.9 x 1.5") Select Grade Sharpening Stone - CHOOSE YOUR STONE

Note: Each Coticule will comes as surfaced by the mine. If you do not have the means to do so we will flatten/lap up to 1200 grit each hone, simply add this Lapping Service to your cart

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These examples of Select grade Coticules for your consideration measures 125mm long x40mm wide (4.9x1.5").

Prized by straight razor users and skilled sharpeners for centuries, the Belgian Coticule combines efficient honing with a remarkably fine finish. Quarried in the Ardennes region of Belgium since the 17th century, this ancient natural stone is valued for its ability to produce keen, refined edges.

Coticule’s sharpening ability comes from fine garnet crystals held within its natural mineral structure. These abrasives remove steel while polishing the bevel, making the stone especially well suited to straight razors and other tools that demand a precise cutting edge.

Its performance is often compared to synthetic stones in the 4,000–8,000 grit range, although a natural Coticule has no fixed grit rating. Each stone has its own appearance and honing character, offering the individuality that makes natural whetstones so appealing.

Whether maintaining a favorite straight razor or refining the edge of a fine cutting tool, a Belgian Coticule brings centuries of sharpening tradition to your workbench.

• Material: Natural sedimentary stone rich in fine garnet crystals

• Origin: Ardennes region, Belgium

• Approximate Sharpening Range: Often compared to 4,000–8,000 grit; performance varies by stone and technique

• Applications: Straight razors, knives, and fine cutting tools

• Performance: Efficient honing, fine polishing, and refined edges

• Natural Character: Each stone is unique in color, pattern, and sharpening feel

A traditional choice for those who appreciate fine edges, natural materials, and the craft of honing.