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Traditional Waterstones
Traditional Waterstones cut quickly, provide a great tactile response, and are available in a wide variety of grits. Waterstones are very porous – they are designed to be soaked before each use. This soaking process lubricates the stone's surface, which prevents the buildup of heat from friction and floats away metal particles, called swarf, keeping the stone from getting clogged. As the stone is used, a slurry of abrasive particles and water forms on the surface. This slurry is what allows the stone to cut quickly and polish the blade effectively. Traditional soaking waterstones are indispensable tools prized for their ability to produce a highly refined edge, typically on kitchen knives and woodworking tools. We recommend that you use at least 2 grits when sharpening, one to set your primary edge and a second to refine and polish.
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Naniwa Lobster 220 Grit Waterstone
The Naniwa (Lobster Brand) 220 Grit waterstone is an aggressive stone with a fair amount of bite. This stone is best used on knives that are very dull, damaged or have issues like a missing tip. The course texture will allow the user to create a new bevel in their blade with ease. These are porous stones so be sure to let them soak up the water until the bubbles cease. Made in Vietnam.
Dimensions:
210mm X 65mm X 30mm
8.27" X 2.56" X 1.18" Learn More$30.95 -
Naniwa Multi Stone (Waterstone) 1000/3000 Grit
Naniwa Multi Stone 1000/3000 Grit. This reliable Naniwa 1000/3000 is a great starter stone for someone with no stone collection at all. The 1,000 (Red) for setting an edge and creating a burr, and the 3,000 (Yellow) for smoothing and polishing the edge. The high amount of bonding agent used in this stone is typical of Japanese made waterstones, so they will last, however the price is much more digestible than comparable stones from Japan.
Made in Vietnam. Learn More$32.95 -
Minonokuni 4000 Grit Waterstone
Minonokuni's 4000 grit waterstone is a traditional Japanese finishing stone, custom specified by Minonokuni's craftsmen for Knife Merchant and tested extensively in regular use here in our own kitchen. This stone gives excellent feedback, develops a slurry easily, and resists dishing, holding its flat surface well over repeated use. It leaves a mirror finish with a level of polish that is noticeably better than other stones of comparable grit. As a traditional waterstone, it should be soaked before use, typically until the bubbles stop rising. The surface should be kept wet throughout sharpening. Made in Japan and sized at 210mm by 70mm by 20mm (8.25 by 2.75 by 0.8 inches), it pairs naturally with a coarser stone for edge repair. We like to pair this stone with the Minonokuni 1000 grit waterstone. Together these two stones are enough for a complete, simple sharpening routine, from re-establishing a dull edge to creating a refined, mirror finish. Chef Feedback “This is an excellent finishing stone that gives good feedback, creates a nice slurry, and is resistant to dishing. It imparts a nice mirror finish, with a much better finish than you would expect for this grit size. If you want just two stones for your knife maintenance, the Minonokuni 1000 and 4000 are a great combination.” Learn More$69.95 -
Minonokuni 1000 grit Waterstone
The everyday stone for keeping your edge sharp: Minonokuni's 1000 grit waterstone is the best grit for routine maintenance and for restoring an edge on a knife that has gone dull. In a typical Japanese sharpening setup, stones are generally grouped into three levels of abrasion: a coarse stone for repairing chips or reshaping a badly worn edge, a medium stone for everyday maintenance and re-establishing a working edge, and a finishing stone for polish and refinement. This 1000 grit stone sits at that middle stage, and for most home and professional cooks it is the only stone needed on a regular basis. It is coarse enough to bring back a genuinely dull blade, yet fine enough tho create an edge that is functionally sharp. As a traditional waterstone, it needs to be soaked in water before use, typically until the stream of bubbles rising from the stone stops, usually a few minutes. Once soaked, keep the surface wet with water throughout sharpening, and let it air dry fully after use before storing it. Made in Japan and sized at 210mm by 70mm by 20mm (8.25 by 2.75 by 0.8 inches), this stone pairs naturally with a coarser stone for edge repair or a finer stone, such as Minonokuni's own 4000 grit, for a higher polish. Learn More$49.95 -
Minonokuni 220 grit Waterstone
Minonokuni 220 Grit Whetstone Dimensions:(210mm x 70mm x 20mm) This aggressive stone is intended for use with knives that have damaged edges; chips, reverse curves, broken tips, bevel setting. This knife will rquire a fair amount of water so be sure to soak it. Made in Japan. Learn More -
Pride Abrasive 6000 Grit WaterStone
The Pride Abrasive 6000 grit stone is ideal for polishing, burr removal and daily maintenance. The stone will take a minute to build a slurry so a dressing/cleaning stone is recommended. Once the slurry is attained the it shouldn't take many passes to achieve a brilliant mirror polish.
Made in the U.S.A. Learn More$85.95 -
Pride Abrasive Professional 3000 Grit Waterstone - 5 Micron Synthetic Abrasive
The Precision Bridge: Transform Your Edge from Functional to Surgical True culinary mastery requires an edge that does more than just cut—it must glide. The Pride Abrasive 3000 Grit Waterstone (SKU: WW3000) is specifically designed as the 'sweet spot' in any professional sharpening progression. While a 1000-grit stone sets the geometry, and a 6000-grit stone provides the mirror polish, the 3000-grit stone is where the real magic of bite and smoothness is balanced. Manufactured with pride in the USA, this grey synthetic stone utilizes a proprietary bonding process that ensures the 5-micron abrasive particles remain consistent throughout the life of the stone. Unlike cheaper imports that suffer from grit contamination or uneven wear, Pride Abrasives offers a 'splash and go' experience that saves time in high-volume kitchens. For knives that are starting to lose their 'toothy' aggression but haven't yet become dull, this stone serves as the ultimate touch-up tool. It removes just enough material to realign the apex while preparing the surface for the final refinement stages. Whether you are a professional chef maintaining a laser-thin Japanese gyuto or a home enthusiast perfecting a German chef's knife, this stone provides the tactile feedback necessary to achieve a world-class edge. Learn More$68.95 -
Pride Abrasives 1000 grit Waterstone
Pride Abrasives 1000 grit Waterstone (cream) 14 microns. Made in the USA. Pride stones use a unique vitrification process on the Aluminum Oxide, ensuring these stones form a burr quicker and stay flatter longer. Use this 1000 grit stone for general knife maintenance and to bring the edges together to form a burr. Learn More$56.95 -
Pride Abrasive Water Stone Set
Pride Abrasives Water Stone Set comes with three grit varieties.
The 1,000 grit cuts fast and should be used on dull knifes to establish an edge (form a burr).
The 3,000 Grit is ideal for edge maintenance, the edge will be refined and suited for vegetables coming off of this grit but not polished, (for meat and fish).
The 6,000 grit water stone can be used to further refine and maintain already sharp knives, it can be used to smooth/ remove the wired edge and it will polish your knives for a longer lasting edge.
Water Stones need water and slurry to work properly. Ensure that your stone is fully soaked through before use. Immerse in water, wait for bubbles to stop, low grit stones need more water. Made in USA. Learn More$190.00 -
Pride Abrasive 3000/8000 Grit Combination Stone
Pride Abrasive 3000/8000 Grit Combination Waterstone is made in Bristol, Wisconsin using the finest available ingredients, this is done so that the stone will last without constant re-flattening and that the abrasive content is high enough in the stone to move hardened steel. The 3000 grit is a maintenance stone for daily touch ups to otherwise fairly sharp knives. The 8000 grit will smooth and refine the work done by the 3000, however the 8000 grit will begin to polish the steel this is necessary for the cutting of protein. Made In USA. Learn More$79.95
