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Masahiro 3000 Grit Waterstone

This 3000-grit traditional waterstone delivers a comparatively high polish for its grit, paired with excellent cutting abrasion. This is an ideal final stone for an all-purpose blade.


This 3000 grit also fits naturally into more advanced sharpening progressions: stones in the 2000-4000 grit range sit in the middle of the spectrum, following a coarser 400-1000 grit stone that shapes the edge and removes any chips, then refining that edge past the coarser scratch pattern it leaves behind. In a three- or four-stone progression, this stone serves as that middle stage, preparing the edge for a higher-grit (6000+) stone to follow for a mirror polish. In a simpler two-stone setup, though, it works just as well as the finishing stone itself, producing a keen edge with excellent cutting bite. As a traditional waterstone, it requires a short soak in water before use — it is not a splash-and-go tool. Testing shows it holds up harder and more durable than the King 3000, with better flatness retention over repeated use.



Chef Feedback


“We love the finish derived from this 3000 grit fine stone. It doesn’t ‘load up,’ cuts quickly, develops slurry fairly easily, and puts a finished edge on a knife that’s comparable with other brands of much higher grit. Highly recommended.”


SKU: MH40101

Availability: In stock

$80.25

    • Details

    Product Specs & Technical Highlights

    • Manufacturer Information:

      • Brand: Masahiro
      • SKU: MH40101
      • Country of Origin: Japan

    • Stone Type & Grit:

      • Material: Traditional waterstone formulation for superior slurry development (not ceramic/synthetic).
      • Grit: 3000 (Extra Fine)
      • Preparation: Requires a soak period in water before use — not a splash-and-go stone.

    • Physical Dimensions:

      • Length: 8-1/8 inches
      • Width: 2-7/8 inches
      • Thickness: 7/8 inch

    • Performance & Use Case:

      • Best For: Refining the edge of a chef's knife or santoku after a 1000-grit stone — ideal as a final grit for an all-purpose blade.
      • Polish: Produces a comparatively high polish for its grit while retaining excellent cutting abrasion (not a mirror-polish finish, which requires a higher grit stone).
      • Limitation: Will not repair chips or significantly dull blades — requires a medium-grit starter stone first.
      • Comparative Testing: Harder and more durable than the King 3000, with improved flatness retention.

    • Design:

      • Permanently attached non-slip stand provides knuckle clearance and prevents the stone from walking during use.

    Additional Info

    Grit 3000
    SKU MH40101
    Brand Masahiro
    Country of Manufacture Japan
    Manufacturer's Part Number 40101
    Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price No

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