Naniwa Advance 400/1000 grit Combination Japanese Waterstone Japanese Knife Sharpener Japanese King Whetstone Waterstone 1000/6000 Grit Kitchen Sharpener 2-1/8 X 8-1/2 Inch Whetstone From the Manufacturer To achieve a surgically sharp edge on your tools, nothing works faster or better than Japanese Water Stones. The abrasive slurry produced on top of the stone cuts aggressively and polishes the blade as it sharpens. King Deluxe Stone Japanese Water Stone #1000 grit – Rodriguez Butcher... Amazon. Description Woodworkers of all skill levels are turning to Japanese waterstones to keep their tool edges sharp. This is because waterstones cut more aggressively, and a sharp edge can be achieved much faster. Waterstones also polish as they hone, allowing a mirror finish without the need for stropping or polishing compounds If you've never tried sharpening with water stones before, you'll be astounded by the results. Only water is need to lubricate the cutting edge