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Shapton

Shapton Kuromaku 1000 Grit

£43.00 GBP £37.00 GBP

If you asked: "Give me a stone that isn't too soft, isn't too hard, has great feedback, is splash and go, and has its own base but won't cost me an arm and a leg,", we're reaching for the Shapton Kuromaku every time. 

Somewhat reminiscent of the Chosera (albeit with a slightly thinner stone), the Kuromaku are a splash and go dream. Softer than the Glass HR, harder than Suehiro Cerax, they represent excellent value. 

Grit: #1000 (Use in the early stages of sharpening)

Weight: 668g

Dimensions: 210 x 70 x 15mm 

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