{"product_id":"kitayama-8000-grit-finishing-whetstone-without-base","title":"Kitayama 8000 Grit Finishing Whetstone — Without Base","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kitayama 8000 grit finishing whetstone refines an already sharp knife edge with a smooth sharpening feel and a fine polished finish. Made in Japan, this unmounted stone gives you the flexibility to use either face in your sharpening setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this stone used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinal edge refinement after sharpening on a coarser stone. Use light pressure for the finishing passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Kitayama need soaking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Splash water on the surface and keep it wet while sharpening. Avoid extended soaking or permanent water storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a base?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis listing is for the stone without a base. Use a suitable holder or a secure, nonslip support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kitayama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finishing water stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 205 × 75 × 25 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Splash and go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse after sharpening and let the stone dry completely before storing. Keep the working surface flat for consistent edge contact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitayama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68545187610848,"sku":"TK-68545187610848","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/kitayama-8000-hero.jpg?v=1794122116","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/kitayama-8000-grit-finishing-whetstone-without-base","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}