Shibata Bitey Finisher Double-sided Whetstone 600/1200 GritElevate your sharpening game with the Shibata Biety Finisher Double sided Whetstone, featuring 600 1200 grit for precision honing of your japanese kitchen knife. Perfect for both beginners and professionals, this whetstone ensures a razor sharp edge, enhancing the performance of your japanese kitchen knife. Whether you're maintaining a delicate sushi blade or a robust chef's knife, this whetstone delivers consistent results. Pair it with our

best fit for first-timers and students requiring a dedicated raw fish slicer

placing the geometry on the thicker side within its profile category

53mm in heel height

reflecting the workshop's focus on grinding and sharpening precision within this collaborative series

0mm spine thickness at the heel tapering to 1

Weighing 319g with a total length of 334mm

black bufflao ferrule and end cap

The blade features a kurouchi surface finish and measures 3

Tip to Heel Length 261 mm 290 mm Blade Height at Heel 34

Aogami #2 steel measures 61-63 HRC and contains chromium and tungsten additions that improve toughness and edge retention over white steel variants

3mm heel height and double bevel geometry suited for general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing

combining traditional forging techniques with exotic handle materials