NANIWA "Gouken" - Old Stock Japanese Synthetic Water Sharpening Stones

Procured from the estate of a local collector, these hones are brand new in box, but since they have not come directly from the manufacturer, are offered at a discount. 

Stone size:
2.75" x 8.25" x 0.75" (70 mm x 210 mm x 20 mm) 

Based in Osaka Japan, Naniwa produces some of the absolute finest synthetic water sharpening stones worldwide. Recognized for years by razor honers for their superior quality, longevity and incredible edges, they are also revered for knife sharpening.
Naniwa's "Super Stone" line of resin bonded abrasive hones are "splash & go", meaning they do not need to be soaked in water before use; just add a little water to the surface and get to work! The resin bonded composition also means that they are longer lasting and don't need to be flattened as often.
As with all water stones, the surface should be initially and periodically flattened for sharpening accuracy. The Atoma diamond plates available in our shop do that job very well.