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Shun Combination Whetstone for Knife Sharpening, 300 and 1000 Grit, DM0708, 6", Light Gray
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Material | Ceramic |
Brand | Shun |
Color | Light Gray |
Product Dimensions | 5"L x 4"W x 1"H |
Item Weight | 1.74 Pounds |
Grit Type | Medium Grit,Light,Rough |
About this item
- Dual-sided whetstone with 2 types of ceramic Grit - 300 grit and 1000 grit
- Sharpens knives and then hones the edges to a smooth finish
- Works best when wet down for both lubrication and cleaning
- Easily stores in a kitchen drawer when not in use; Comes gift boxed
- Measures 6 by 3-1/5 by 1-4/5 inches
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 6.13 x 3.25 x 1.75 inches; 1.74 Pounds
- Item model number : DM0708
- Department : unisex-adult
- Date First Available : October 2, 2001
- Manufacturer : Kai
- ASIN : B0000Y7KLS
- Best Sellers Rank: #117,081 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
- #415 in Knife Sharpeners
- Customer Reviews:
Product Description
The dual-sided 300 grit over 1000 grit of the Shun Combination Whetstone allows for sharpening knives and then honing the edges to a smooth finish. A rough to medium grit, this stone works best when wet down for both lubrication and cleaning. It comes gift boxed, so it makes a great gift for any kitchen enthusiast or butcher. The stone easily stores in a kitchen drawer when not in use.
From the Manufacturer
Shun Classic Cutlery
View larger.Why Buy Shun Classic:
Born of the ancient samurai-sword-making tradition and hand-finished for precision and beauty, Shun Classic is an ideal choice for anyone buying their first Japanese knife or 50th. The high-quality line of cutlery makes a worthwhile addition to any chef's arsenal of tools--it's used by professional chefs and home cooks alike. Produced in the widest variety of specialized styles, the Classic line features both traditional European blade shapes and innovative cutting-edge designs.
Shun Classic's amazingly sharp blade is famous for both edge retention and ease of sharpening. Each blade has a core of VG-10 "Super Steel" with a Pattern Damascus cladding of 32 layers of high-carbon stainless steel--16 layers on either side. While the wood grain pattern enhances the knife's beauty, it also adds durability and stain resistance, and reduces friction when cutting.
NSF certified for use in commercial kitchens.
Detailed Features
- Blade core consists of high-carbon VG-10, a Japanese super steel known for its edge retention, allowing the knives to hold their sharp edges for years.
- Blades boast a 16-degree angle, making these the sharpest knives out of the box. This is sharper than traditional European blades, which are usually sharpened to 20-22 degrees.
- Clad with 16 layers of SUS410/SUS431 Pattern Damascus stainless steel on each side for strength and flexibility. This metal is corrosion-resistant and easy to maintain.
- Damascus styling adds to the beauty of the knife while the microscopic air pockets created by the cladding process reduces friction during slicing.
- D-shaped handle fits in the palm and provides comfort and control, keeping the knife's handle secure in the hand during use.
- Available standard in D-shaped handle styles or by special order in reverse D-shaped handle styles.
- Pakkawood handles, made of resin-impregnated hardwood, are NSF Certified for use in commercial kitchens.
- Produced in Seki City, Japan, the capital of samurai sword manufacturing.
- Rockwell hardness rating of 60-61 ensures that it takes and holds its incredibly sharp edge longer.
- Hand wash and dry recommended. Specifications Blade Material: VG-10 hardened Japanese steel cutting core, clad with 16 layers of SUS410/SUS431 Pattern Damascus stainless steel on each side, for a total of 33 layers of metal. Bevel: Double-beveled Cutting angle: 16 degrees per side (comprehensive angle 32 degrees). This is sharper than European knives, ground to 20-22 degrees per side. Handle Material: PakkaWood (resin-impregnated hardwood); D-Shaped handle available in right and (by special order) left-handed versions. Sharpening recommendations: Weekly honing to maintain the blade, sharpening as needed with professional sharpener or Asian-style electric sharpener.
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From the manufacturer
Shun - Japanese Cutlery
“Shun” (shoon) is a concept at the very heart of Japanese cuisine. In Japanese, shun is the word used to describe local, seasonal food when it is at the peak of its flavor and freshness—at the peak of its perfection.
Shun Cutlery is known for its exquisite beauty and ultra-premium performance. Yet as beautiful as Shun is on the outside, and as beautifully as it performs in your kitchen, its true beauty may be in what you don’t see.
Honing, Sharpening, and Whetstone's
When sharpening, it’s critical to make sure the knife is sharpened at the correct 16° angle. But remember, sharpening actually removes metal from the blade, so sharpen only when you really need it. Once a year is probably more than enough for most home cooks. Professionals, of course, will need to sharpen more often.
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# of Whetstone's | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Whetstone Grits | Coase & Fine | Fine & Very Fine | Fine & Extra Fine | Very Fine & Extra Fine |
Main Purpose | Sharpen & Finish | Finish Edge & Refresh | Finish Edge & Polish | Refresh Edge & Polish |
Includes Rubber Tray | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Knife Dullness | Very Dull | Dull | Slightly Dull | Barely Dull |
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Customers like the value, sharpness and quality of the knife sharpener. For example, they mention that it's well worth the investment and time, does a fine job sharpening high quality knives and that it works well with all kitchen knives.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the knife sharpener. They mention that it works well, has a rubber base, and is long-lasting. Some say that the rough edge works well to open the blade, while others say that it's a high quality item that will do the trick on their Shun knives.
"I've only used this once but it seems a good quality product and worked well...." Read more
"...Works great. If I have to replace mine, I'm going to buy the exact same stone again." Read more
"...to sharpen your knife (Rouxbe online cooking school), and this does the job effectively...." Read more
"Rubber base works great" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the knife sharpener. They mention that the course side really sharpens the knife while the smoother side finishes it off. It does a fine job sharpening high quality knives, and is awesome for sharpen up kitchen knives. The whetstone has two grits, so even the dullest knife can be sharpened easily. The smooth part gives the knife a good finish.
"...this stone I was able to get the blades back to an amazing and super sharp edge, not something the quick sharpener nor my economical diamond stones..." Read more
"...It is a fantastic whetstone to have and to use for a couple of reasons. First, the price is reasonable..." Read more
"...It was still super sharp and I would just hone the steel to keep it sharp and straight but there was some huge chips in it...." Read more
"I have had two of these so far and they are awesome for sharpening up my kitchen knives...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the knife sharpener. They say it's well worth the investment and time.
"...First, the price is reasonable (like are you kidding me?? a shun product for less than $100!?!)...." Read more
"This was a good price and the whetstone works. If you're unfamiliar with how to use one go on to You Tube to see how it works...." Read more
"...get what you pay for." This is an excellent stone and well worth the money considering you will never have to buy another one...." Read more
"This product is great, I use it once a week on my knives...." Read more
Customers find the knife sharpener easy to use. They mention that the instructions are understandable and clear.
"...It arrived quickly and well packaged. The instructions are understandable enough, but clearly translated by a person whose native language is not..." Read more
"...It's easy to use and will help you achieve that confidence that goes with cooking great meals because great meals come from great prep work and..." Read more
"easy to use. Once I get more practice, my knives will be in tip top shape. Took this to 2 of my kitchen/chef knives...." Read more
"...It does take some elbow grease and patience but it is not difficult." Read more
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It arrived quickly and well packaged. The instructions are understandable enough, but clearly translated by a person whose native language is not English.
My husband spent about 1 hour and all my knives were good as new. First you soak the stone in water for about 5 minutes. Then you run the blade along the stone in the pattern indicated. There will be a bit of sand residue, so you will want to set it on something that washes well (dish towel). Also, it will stay wet for a long time. I had to wait 2 days to put it away.
Note, you will still need a knife steel to keep the blade nice.
If you Google "sharpening knives" you will find several videos demonstrating the proper technique so it will not be so intimidating.
This should be the last $41 you will have to spend on sharpening your knives, ever.
I expected a good product based upon the shun name but this really exceded my expectations. It is a fantastic whetstone to have and to use for a couple of reasons. First, the price is reasonable (like are you kidding me?? a shun product for less than $100!?!). Secondly, my old stone didn't seem to have the best combination of grit - a coarse and a medium - whereas this shun stone has a coarse and a fine and believe it or not that fine grit really makes all the difference in the world between getting those shun knives back to their original razor edge as it will do for any knife. Thirdly, the ease of which this is done is amazing. With several passes on the coarse side, it only takes a couple passes on the fine side to bring a dull knife back to sharp. And working with a water whetstone instead of the oil stone is so much easier. Just plan ahead a few minutes to soak the stone in water and then set it back in it's plastic cradle (truly a great idea there) and away you go. When you are finished, let it sit out to dry. (This may be a downside for some as it takes a good 24 hrs to dry out. I leave mine sitting out on a prep table). And last, the thing that really amazes me is that as you pass the knife along the grits, it really takes no effort whereas my oil stone seemed to be a bit of a chore. Not only did it require a little bit of elbow grease to move the knife along but then there was oil everywhere to clean up. The shun stone leaves no real trace of anything except a thin film of shavings on the knife which is easily wiped off. It makes sharpening knives a breeze and a pleasure.
For anyone considering this product, do yourself a favor and purchase it. For restaurant workers, it's a must. It's easy to use, small enough to fit in your kit or case and quick to get your knives back into shape. For home kitchens, this should be something you should seriously consider buying for yourself. It's easy to use and will help you achieve that confidence that goes with cooking great meals because great meals come from great prep work and great prep work comes from sharp knives.
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Wer Probleme mit der Standzeit der Klingen oder häufig kleine Scharten hat sollte mit einem größeren Winkel schärfen. Die angegebenen 15° sind was für Japan-Messer aus sehr hartem Stahl. Die meisten "normalen" Messer haben einen robusteren Schliff von 25° vielleicht sogar 30°. Über die geht man dann öfters für 10 Sekunden mit einem Stahl. Dann bleiben die sehr lange schön scharf.
Der Stein hat nur sehr geringen Abtrag, insbesondere die 1000er Körnung. Beim Vergleich der Steine unbedingt auch die Größe beachten! Bei diesem KAI Stein hat man eine ordentliche Fläche.
Fazit: Ich habe aufgrund einer Empfehlung das 2-3 fache von dem ausgegeben was ich vorhatte oder aufgrund er Bewertungen ausgegeben hätte - und ich würde es wieder tun.