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The Nirey Whetstone is made from Corundum (Aluminium Oxide). This 1000 & 3000 grit combination whetstone offers two grit grades for a more economical choice in water stones. This stone is large enough for just about any knife or tool. This stone features a non slip silicone base.

Stone sharpening is an art, and the Nirey 1000 & 3000grit whetstone will assist you in keeping your knives with an optimum edge.

Maintenance:

After every use, clean the surface of the whetstone using a soft brush and allow it to dry on a well ventilated area. To clean the knife, use a wet sponge being careful of the sharpened edge. Always dry your knife before you store it away.

Caution:

Do not use the whetstone to sharpen serrated blades or scissors. To avoid knife damage, sharpen it by employing light pressure. For best results, the face of your stone should be flat. After extended use the stone, may require grinding to maintain a flat surface.

Sizings
Dimensions	18cm x 6cm x 2.7cm

Instructions:

Submerge the whetstone in water for approximately 5 minutes before every use. Mount the whetstone in the rubber base supplied and place it on a flat non slip surface. Always keep the surface wet while sharpening.

This whetstone has 2 grades of grit. The coarse grit re-profiles knife edges that are worn or damaged. The fine grit removes burrs and polishes the cutting edge. In general, always begin sharpening using the coarse grit, followed by the finishing process using the fine grit.

Position the knife edge over the flat whetstone, maintain an angle of 15-20 degrees between the blade and the whetstone’s surface. Move the blade forward diagonally across the whetstone’s surface, and on the return movement, turn the blade to sharpen the opposite edge. To provide more stability and precision during the procedure, gently press the face of the knife with the fingers of your free hand. Use the entire surface area of the stone, so as to maintain evenness during sharpening.