Bernal Cutlery Takarazukushi 500 Grit Soft & Fast Ceramic Japanese Whetstone

Soft and fast-cutting 500-grit alumina and zircon abrasive Takarazukushi ceramic stone, made in Japan for Bernal Cutlery. Softer stones like this work well for flattening wide bevels and removing chips. This has become a favorite in our workshop as a coarse-stone step, especially for wide bevels. It cuts well, but the particles aren't completely homogeneous; expect some deeper scratches. This is no problem as long as you follow up with a more homogeneous cutting medium stone.

Ceramic stones will not come apart with longer soaking periods (although water should be changed) resinoid stones should not be left to soak indefinitely, and both should be allowed to dry outside of sun and wind and not allowed to freeze wet.