{"title":"🐬4\" Natural","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jasper-stone-kmex","title":"Technical Jasper Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Jasper sharpening stones\u003c\/strong\u003e are used for finish sharpening and honing knives on Hapstone and KME knife sharpeners. \u003cspan\u003eTechnical \u003c\/span\u003eJasper is a naturally abrasive material of high density.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical Jasper is mined in the Ural mountains in Russia. Jasper is a dense, opaque variety of cryptocrystalline chalcedony, contains a significant proportion of Fe-oxides and hydroxides. Jasper does not consist of individual abrasive grains of the same size. A Jasper micro-quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical \u003c\/span\u003eJasper stones should be used with honing oil (oleic acid or refined olive oil) as a lubricant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical Jasper stones do not have defects, the surface is uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJasper stone does not require any preparations. It is preliminarily lapped to ultra-fine grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-identifyelement=\"14\"\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34702258382,"sku":"JASPER-KMEX","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/jasper-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763721194"},{"product_id":"guangxi-stone-kmex","title":"Guangxi Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuangxi Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e are used for super finish sharpening on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuangxi is mined in the Guangxi region in China. Estimated grit for Guangxi is 8000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuangxi stones should be used with \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e. All that is required is to wet the Guangxi surface. There is no need to immerse the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuangxi stone does not require any \u003cstrong\u003epreparations\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is preliminary lapped to ultra-fine grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34703409614,"sku":"GUANGXI-KMEX","price":35.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/guangxi-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763726419"},{"product_id":"belgian-blue-whetstone-kme","title":"Belgian Blue Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelgian Blue Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e (BBW) are used for finish or pre-finish sharpening on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelgian Blue Whetstone is mined in the Ardennes mountains in Belgium. BBW is natural slate with a high garnet content.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBBW stones are universal, and can be used to sharpen knives of any steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelgian Blue Whetstones should be used with \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e. All that is required is to wet the BBW surface. There is no need to immerse the stone. During the sharpening, slurry with garnets are released from the BBW surface. The more garnets are released, the more abrasive the grinding compound becomes. Try to keep slurry on stone surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBBW stones do not have any \u003cstrong\u003eminor defects\u003c\/strong\u003e. BBW stones always have a color pattern; this is not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBBW stone does not require any \u003cstrong\u003epreparations\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is naturally lapped to extra-fine grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ \u0026amp; A\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWhat grit do these natural stones have?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrit terminology is not applicable to natural sharpening stones, including slates. The behavior of a natural stone depends on its density and how good it was lapped. However, experts estimate BBW as 3000 - 4000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ardennes Coticule","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40079572238,"sku":"BBW-KMEX","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/belgian-blue-whetstone-kme.jpg?v=1763725441"},{"product_id":"belgian-coticule-stone-kmex","title":"Belgian Coticule Standard Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelgian Coticule Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e are used for super finish sharpening on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYellow Coticule is mined in the Ardennes mountains in Belgium. Coticule is ultra-fine natural stone with a high garnet content, with estimated grit approximately 8000-12000 JIS. Coticule is one of the most well-known whetstones in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoticule stones are universal and can be used to sharpen knives of any steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone consists of 3-4 mm coticule layer and satellite stone glued together. Satellite stone is used to make the product rigid and thick enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoticule is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Coticule should be used with water as a lubricant. All that is required is to wet the Coticule surface. There is no need to immerse the stone. During the sharpening, slurry with garnets is released from the Coticule surface. The more garnets are released, the more abrasive the grinding compound becomes. Try to keep slurry on a stone surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoticule stones may have a color pattern, slight natural imperfections, and inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e'Standard' Layers\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container\" wfd-id=\"84\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"86\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Grise\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThicker layer that allows several slices of Coticule to be cut with consistent properties throughout the layer. Color mostly warm (yellowish) gray, but cool (bluish) gray occurs as well. Presence of a grainy-looking pattern (although completely smooth to the touch), that is reminiscing of wood grain. Natural combination stones mostly have a gradual transition to the BBW. Many La Grises are glued to slate. Speed on slurry centers around moderate, sometimes a bit faster, but usually slightly slower. Speed on water is (relative) slow, which means that the water will show signs of darkening after a set of halfstrokes, but not with regular (low pressure) X-strokes. La Grise Coticules have a glassy feel on water only, and mild slurry dulling. They are easy to yield good keenness.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"85\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Verte\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThicker layer that allows several slices of Coticule to be cut with (mostly) consistent properties throughout the layer. Color is of a distinct greenish gray hue. Natural combination stones have a gradual transition to the blue of their BBW part. Presence of a grainy-looking pattern (although completely smooth to the touch), that is reminiscing of wood grain. They are both in look and feel related to La Grise, albeit La Verte Coticules are generally harder. Speed on slurry centers around moderately slow. They are faster on water than La Grise, which makes them excellent touch-up hones, and they can make up on water for neglected work in earlier honing stages.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003e'Premium' Layers\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container\" wfd-id=\"79\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"83\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Dressante\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCoticule has a coffee-with-cream color, a bit darker than the rest of La Dressante. Possible presence of black manganese lines and dots. Possible presence of red or orange lines. Surface of Coticule is not patterned, some bluish blotches may be present. Speed on slurry is moderate, about in the middle of the spectrum. Slurry dulling is mild. Speed on water is slow.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"82\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Nouvelle Vein\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePale creamy color, often blotched with hazy blue spots. No real pattern as seen on La Grise, La Verte or La Grosse Jaune. Abrasive properties on slurry vary from slow to fast. On water, La Nouvelle Veine Coticules are slow. Fast-on-slurry La Nouvelle Veines exert much slurry dulling and require precise dilution to yield perfect results. It appears that these stones oblige the user to get it right, in which instance they deliver outstanding, mellow edges.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"81\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Veinette\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCreamy Coticule part, no surface pattern. Often manganese lines or dots. BBW caries short or longer white stripes at the lateral side, parallel with the separation line. Abrasive properties very consistent throughout the layer. Moderately fast on slurry and (relative) moderate to slow on water, which means that it will darken the water before the end of one set halfstrokes. No much slurry dulling, which makes them easy to use. Typical feedback, grainy feel on slurry that evolves to a slight draw on water.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"80\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLes Latneuses\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCoticule is coffee-with-cream colored, manganese lines and spots possible. Sometimes orange-brownish lines. Also more pink colored Coticules with lighter yellow lines and dots. These are strikingly fast on water. One side of Les Latneuses has series of blue hairlines running laterally in the Coticule part. This side is moderately fast on slurry. The other side has far less occurrence of these blue hairlines, and is very fast on slurry. Speed on water of Les Latneuses is variable throughout the layer.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003e'Transition' Layer\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container\" wfd-id=\"77\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"78\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eTransition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTransition layer between Coticule and BBW. Exotic in bench format. Transition layer is from pale blue to yellow with purple dots. The surface is patterned. Speed is very fast. Estimated grit rating is in between Yellow Coticule and BBW.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul wfd-id=\"72\"\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"76\"\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"75\"\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"74\"\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"73\"\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardennes Coticule","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40706858811501,"sku":"COTICULE-STANDARD-KMEX","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/belgian-coticule-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763721204"},{"product_id":"sungari-stone-kmex","title":"Sungari Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSungari Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e are used for the finish or pre-finish sharpening on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSungari is mined in the Sungari river in China. Sungari is extra-fine natural stone with estimated grit approximately 4000-5000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSungari stones are universal and can be used to sharpen knives of any steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSungari is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Sungari sharpening stones should be used with a \u003cstrong\u003ehoning oil or water\u003c\/strong\u003e as a lubricant. The stone does not absorb oil or water. When using honing oil, put a small amount (1-2 drops) on the stone’s surface and spread it evenly over the stone with a finger. Remove the used lubricant with a paper towel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSungari can be many different colors. May have slight natural imperfections and a color pattern; this is not a defect. Sungari stones usually have manganese lines which look like cracks; this is not cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40079643406,"sku":"SUNGARI-KMEX","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/sungari-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763726389"},{"product_id":"washita-stone-kme","title":"Soft Washita Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashita\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for sharpening knives on KME and Hapstone knife sharpeners. Although Washita is the most well-known among vintage natural stones, this is a modern stone. Estimated grit for Soft Washita Regular is 320 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashita stones are mined in the state of Arkansas in the United States. Washita stones consist of silica, but unlike synthetic abrasives, do not consist of individual abrasive grains of the same size. Washita quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashita stones can be of the following types:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft\u003c\/strong\u003e - modern s\u003cspan\u003eoft stone for coarse sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLily White\u003c\/strong\u003e - top-grade vintage hard white stone without inclusions for fine sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosy Red\u003c\/strong\u003e - high-grade vintage soft or hard stone with red veins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#1\u003c\/strong\u003e - vintage hard stone for fine sharpening; stones may have little defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular\u003c\/strong\u003e - vintage soft stone for coarse sharpening; stones may have defects and inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashita stones should be used with one of these \u003cstrong\u003elubricants\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefined olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOleic aсid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDan's mineral oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoapy water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoft Washita stones may have slight natural imperfections and inclusions\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan's Whetstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1531399569432,"sku":"WASHITASOFT-KMEX","price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/washita-stone-kme.jpg?v=1763722320"},{"product_id":"bethesda-black-arkansas-medium-kme","title":"Bethesda Black Arkansas Medium Stone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBethesda Black Arkansas\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for sharpening knives on KME and Hapstone knife sharpeners. The estimated grit for Bethesda Black is 2000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBethesda Black is part of the Arkansas stone collection made by Jonathan Coe: Mountain View (Coarse), Bethesda Black (Medium), Dota Creek (Fine) and Arkansas Grey Polisher (Ultra Fine).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones are mined in the Ouachita Mountains in the state of Arkansas in the United States. Arkansas stones are made of novaculite, a naturally abrasive material of high density. Arkansas stones consist of silica, but unlike synthetic abrasives, do not consist of individual abrasive grains of the same size. Arkansas quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBethesda Black is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Bethesda Black stones should be used with \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eoil\u003c\/strong\u003e as a lubricant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBethesda Black stones may have a color pattern, slight natural imperfections, and inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jonathan Coe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2453782888472,"sku":"BETHESDABLACK-KMEX","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/bethesda-black-arkansas-medium-kme.jpg?v=1763726409"},{"product_id":"dota-creek-arkansas-fine-kme","title":"Dota Creek Arkansas Fine Stone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDota Creek Arkansas\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for sharpening knives on KME and Hapstone knife sharpeners. The estimated grit for Dota Creek is 5000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDota Creek is part of the Arkansas stone collection made by Jonathan Coe: Mountain View (Coarse), Bethesda Black (Medium), Dota Creek (Fine) and Arkansas Grey Polisher (Ultra Fine).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones are mined in the Ouachita Mountains in the state of Arkansas in the United States. Arkansas stones are made of novaculite, a naturally abrasive material of high density. Arkansas stones consist of silica, but unlike synthetic abrasives, do not consist of individual abrasive grains of the same size. Arkansas quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDota Creek is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Dota Creek stones should be used with \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eoil\u003c\/strong\u003e as a lubricant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDota Creek stones may have a color pattern, slight natural imperfections, and inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jonathan Coe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2453998075928,"sku":"DOTACREEK-KMEX","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/dota-creek-arkansas-fine-kme.jpg?v=1763721224"},{"product_id":"arkansas-grey-polisher-kme","title":"Arkansas Grey Polisher Stone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArkansas Grey Polisher \u003c\/strong\u003esharpening stones are used for finish sharpening knives on KME and Hapstone knife sharpeners. 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Arkansas Grey Polisher stones should be used with \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eoil\u003c\/strong\u003e as a lubricant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas Grey Polisher stones may have a color pattern, slight natural imperfections, and inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jonathan Coe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2454102769688,"sku":"ARKANSASGREY-KMEX","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/arkansas-grey-polisher-kme.jpg?v=1763724427"},{"product_id":"hindostan-stone-kme","title":"Hindostan Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHindostan \u003c\/strong\u003esharpening stones are used for sharpening knives on KME and Hapstone knife sharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHindostan stones are mined in the state of Indiana in the United States. Hindostan is sandstone with estimated grit 3000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHindostan is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Hindostan stones should be used with \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eoil\u003c\/strong\u003e as a lubricant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHindostan stones may have dark spots and slight natural imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3404782469144,"sku":"HINDOSTAN-KMEX","price":53.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/hindostan-stone-kme.jpg?v=1763725412"},{"product_id":"llyn-idwal-stone-kmex","title":"Llyn Idwal Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLlyn Idwal\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for super finish sharpening on KME and Hapstone knife sharpeners. Llyn Idwal stones are mounted on high-quality aluminum blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLlyn Idwal Whetstone was mined in Llyn Idwal region, North Wales, in the United Kingdom. Estimated grit for the stone is 8000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLlyn Idwal is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Llyn Idwal stones should be used with oil or water as a lubricant. Llyn Idwal stones may have slight natural imperfections, inclusions and other minor defects not affecting the sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14150821904493,"sku":"LLYNIDWAL-KMEX","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/llyn-idwal-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763723427"},{"product_id":"arkansas-black-stone-kmex","title":"Black Arkansas Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan's Whetstone Black Arkansas\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for finish sharpening knives on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners. Arkansas stones are made of novaculite, a naturally abrasive material of high density.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones are mined in the Ouachita Mountains in the state of Arkansas in the United States. Arkansas stones consist of silica, but unlike synthetic abrasives, do not consist of individual abrasive grains of the same size. Arkansas quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDan's Whetstone offers Arkansas stones of the following types:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft\u003c\/strong\u003e - medium grit range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard\u003c\/strong\u003e - fine grit range for pre-finish sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones should be used with oil as a \u003cstrong\u003elubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e (refined olive oil, oleic aсid, or Dan's honing oil).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones usually have moderate variations of shade and color. This is normal for natural stones and not treated as a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan's Whetstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14749701406829,"sku":"BAP-KMEX","price":33.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/arkansas-black-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763721214"},{"product_id":"arkansas-translucent-stone-kmex","title":"Translucent Arkansas Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan's Whetstone Translucent Arkansas\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for finish sharpening knives on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners. 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Arkansas quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDan's Whetstone offers Arkansas stones of the following types:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft\u003c\/strong\u003e - medium grit range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard\u003c\/strong\u003e - fine grit range for pre-finish sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones should be used with oil as a \u003cstrong\u003elubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e (refined olive oil, oleic aсid, or Dan's honing oil).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones usually have moderate variations of shade and color. 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Charnley Forest stones are made of novaculite, a naturally abrasive material of high density. Charnley Forest stones are mounted on high-quality aluminum blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharnley Forest Whetstone was mined in Leicestershire region, in the United Kingdom. Estimated grit for the stone is 8000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharnley Forest is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Charnley Forest stones should be used with water as a lubricant. Charnley Forest has a grey-green color, often with red streaks in it. Charnley Forest stones may have slight natural imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14751469928557,"sku":"CHARNLEY-KMEX","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/charnley-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763725431"},{"product_id":"dalmore-blue-stone-kmex","title":"Dalmore Blue Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003eDalmore Blue sharpening stones are used for fine sharpening on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners. Estimated grit for the stone is 4000 JIS. Dalmore Blue stones are mounted on high-quality aluminum blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDalmore Blue Whetstone was mined in Scotland, in the United Kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDalmore Blue is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase.Edge Pro Stones Llyn Idwal stones should be used with oil or water as a lubricant. Dalmore Blue stones may have slight natural imperfections, inclusions and other minor defects not affecting the sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14764819021933,"sku":"DALMOREBLUE-KMEX","price":40.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/dalmore-blue-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763725421"},{"product_id":"turkish-oil-stone-pierre-du-levant-whetstone-for-kme-mounted","title":"Turkish Oil Stone Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurkish Oil Stone (Pierre Du Levant) \u003c\/strong\u003eis very rare sharpening stone used for super finish sharpening knives on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners. Turkish Oilstones are mounted on high-quality aluminum blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTurkish Oilstone was mined on Crete island in Greece. The estimated grit for the stone is 8000-12000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTurkish Oilstone is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Turkish Oilstone stones should be used with oil as a lubricant. Turkish Oilstone may have slight natural imperfections. Turkish Oilstones have a beautiful holographic color pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul wfd-id=\"60\"\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"64\"\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"63\"\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"62\"\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"61\"\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca data-identifyelement=\"33\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30015100911725,"sku":"TURKISHOIL-KMEX","price":62.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/turkish-oil-stone-pierre-du-levant-whetstone-for-kme-mounted.jpg?v=1763721184"},{"product_id":"hard-arkansas-whetstone-for-kme-mounted","title":"Hard Arkansas Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan's Whetstone Arkansas\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for sharpening knives on Hapstone and KME knife sharpeners. 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Arkansas quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDan's Whetstone offers Arkansas stones of the following types:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft\u003c\/strong\u003e - medium grit range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard\u003c\/strong\u003e - fine grit range for pre-finish sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan's Whetstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30187921080429,"sku":"FAP-KMEX","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/hard-arkansas-whetstone-for-kme-mounted.jpg?v=1763724408"},{"product_id":"soft-arkansas-whetstone-for-kme-mounted-1","title":"Soft Arkansas Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan's Whetstone Arkansas\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpening stones are used for sharpening knives on Hapstone and KME knife sharpeners. Arkansas stones are made of novaculite, a naturally abrasive material of high density.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas stones are mined in the Ouachita Mountains in the state of Arkansas in the United States. Arkansas stones consist of silica, but unlike synthetic abrasives, do not consist of individual abrasive grains of the same size. Arkansas quartz structure consists of fused crystal grains of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDan's Whetstone offers Arkansas stones of the following types:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft\u003c\/strong\u003e - medium grit range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard\u003c\/strong\u003e - fine grit range for pre-finish sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e - ultra-fine grit range for finish sharpening and honing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan's Whetstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31200703316077,"sku":"MAP-KMEX","price":17.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/soft-arkansas-whetstone-for-kme-mounted-1.jpg?v=1763725403"},{"product_id":"chinese-bluestone-for-kme-mounted","title":"Chinese Bluestone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Bluestones\u003c\/strong\u003e are used for super finish sharpening using KME or Hapstone knife sharpener. Estimated grit for Bluestone is approximately 6000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChinese Bluestones stones are universal and can be used to sharpen knives of any steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMay have slight natural imperfections; this is not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChinese Bluestone is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChinese Bluestone should be used with \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e as a lubricant. Soak Bluestone in the water for 2 minutes before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39355547484269,"sku":"CHINESEBLUE-KMEX","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/chinese-bluestone-for-kme-mounted.jpg?v=1763726885"},{"product_id":"tsushima-whetstone-for-kme-mounted","title":"Tsushima Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTsushima Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e are used for fine sharpening on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners. Tsushima is a natural stone with an estimated grit approximately 5000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTsushima (対馬) Whetstone is mined on Tsushima Island off the coast of Nagasaki Prefecture in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTsushima is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Tsushima should be used with water as a lubricant. All that is required is to wet the stone surface. There is no need to immerse the stone. During the sharpening, the slurry is released from the stone surface. Try to keep slurry on the stone surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca data-identifyelement=\"33\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39660975194221,"sku":"TSUSHIMA-KMEX","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/tsushima-whetstone-for-kme-mounted.jpg?v=1763722310"},{"product_id":"tos-stone-kmex","title":"Tam O'Shanter Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTam O'Shanter\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare sharpening stone used for super finish sharpening knives on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners. Tam O'Shanter stones are mounted on high-quality aluminum blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTam O'Shanter Whetstone was mined in Dalmore region, Scotland, in the United Kingdom. The estimated grit for the stone is 8000-12000 JIS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTam O'Shanter stones can be of the following types:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark\u003c\/strong\u003e - more common type of Tam O'Shanter, dark gray color with lighter dots\u003c\/li\u003e\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite \u003c\/strong\u003e- very rare type of Tam O'Shanter, finer than dark, white color with dark dots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTam O'Shanter is recommended to use as finish or micro-bevelling with hard steels sensitive to micro-chipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTam O'Shanter is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Tam O'Shanter stones should be used with water as a lubricant. Tam O'Shanter stones may have slight natural imperfections. Tam O'Shanter stones always have a color pattern; this is not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\u003cli\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\u003cli\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\u003cli\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\u003cli\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\u003cp data-identifyelement=\"15\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Gritomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40208639262829,"sku":"TOS-KMEX","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/tos-stone-kmex.jpg?v=1763724399"},{"product_id":"belgian-coticule-select-whetstone-4-x-1","title":"Belgian Coticule Select Whetstone [4\" x 1\"]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelgian Coticule Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e are used for super finish sharpening on KME or Hapstone knife sharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYellow Coticule is mined in the Ardennes mountains in Belgium. Coticule is ultra-fine natural stone with a high garnet content, with estimated grit approximately 8000-12000 JIS. Coticule is one of the most well-known whetstones in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoticule stones are universal and can be used to sharpen knives of any steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone consists of 3-4 mm coticule layer and satellite stone glued together. Satellite stone is used to make the product rigid and thick enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoticule is preliminarily lapped and does not require lapping after purchase. Coticule should be used with water as a lubricant. All that is required is to wet the Coticule surface. There is no need to immerse the stone. During the sharpening, slurry with garnets is released from the Coticule surface. The more garnets are released, the more abrasive the grinding compound becomes. Try to keep slurry on a stone surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoticule stones may have a color pattern, slight natural imperfections, and inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e'Standard' Layers\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container\" wfd-id=\"84\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"86\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Grise\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThicker layer that allows several slices of Coticule to be cut with consistent properties throughout the layer. Color mostly warm (yellowish) gray, but cool (bluish) gray occurs as well. Presence of a grainy-looking pattern (although completely smooth to the touch), that is reminiscing of wood grain. Natural combination stones mostly have a gradual transition to the BBW. Many La Grises are glued to slate. Speed on slurry centers around moderate, sometimes a bit faster, but usually slightly slower. Speed on water is (relative) slow, which means that the water will show signs of darkening after a set of halfstrokes, but not with regular (low pressure) X-strokes. La Grise Coticules have a glassy feel on water only, and mild slurry dulling. They are easy to yield good keenness.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"85\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Verte\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThicker layer that allows several slices of Coticule to be cut with (mostly) consistent properties throughout the layer. Color is of a distinct greenish gray hue. Natural combination stones have a gradual transition to the blue of their BBW part. Presence of a grainy-looking pattern (although completely smooth to the touch), that is reminiscing of wood grain. They are both in look and feel related to La Grise, albeit La Verte Coticules are generally harder. Speed on slurry centers around moderately slow. They are faster on water than La Grise, which makes them excellent touch-up hones, and they can make up on water for neglected work in earlier honing stages.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003e'Premium' Layers\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container\" wfd-id=\"79\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"83\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Dressante\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCoticule has a coffee-with-cream color, a bit darker than the rest of La Dressante. Possible presence of black manganese lines and dots. Possible presence of red or orange lines. Surface of Coticule is not patterned, some bluish blotches may be present. Speed on slurry is moderate, about in the middle of the spectrum. Slurry dulling is mild. Speed on water is slow.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"82\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Nouvelle Vein\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePale creamy color, often blotched with hazy blue spots. No real pattern as seen on La Grise, La Verte or La Grosse Jaune. Abrasive properties on slurry vary from slow to fast. On water, La Nouvelle Veine Coticules are slow. Fast-on-slurry La Nouvelle Veines exert much slurry dulling and require precise dilution to yield perfect results. It appears that these stones oblige the user to get it right, in which instance they deliver outstanding, mellow edges.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"81\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLa Veinette\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCreamy Coticule part, no surface pattern. Often manganese lines or dots. BBW caries short or longer white stripes at the lateral side, parallel with the separation line. Abrasive properties very consistent throughout the layer. Moderately fast on slurry and (relative) moderate to slow on water, which means that it will darken the water before the end of one set halfstrokes. No much slurry dulling, which makes them easy to use. Typical feedback, grainy feel on slurry that evolves to a slight draw on water.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"80\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLes Latneuses\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCoticule is coffee-with-cream colored, manganese lines and spots possible. Sometimes orange-brownish lines. Also more pink colored Coticules with lighter yellow lines and dots. These are strikingly fast on water. One side of Les Latneuses has series of blue hairlines running laterally in the Coticule part. This side is moderately fast on slurry. The other side has far less occurrence of these blue hairlines, and is very fast on slurry. Speed on water of Les Latneuses is variable throughout the layer.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003e'Transition' Layer\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container\" wfd-id=\"77\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"eight columns\" wfd-id=\"78\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"responsive-table\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eTransition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTransition layer between Coticule and BBW. Exotic in bench format. Transition layer is from pale blue to yellow with purple dots. The surface is patterned. Speed is very fast. Estimated grit rating is in between Yellow Coticule and BBW.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages of aluminum blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul wfd-id=\"72\"\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"76\"\u003eIf you accidentally drop the stone, it's less likely you break it;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"75\"\u003eMuch longer life span for the stone after multiple flattening and lapping;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"74\"\u003eEasy identification due to laser engraving;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli wfd-id=\"73\"\u003eReliable clamping for stones of imperfect shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStones mounted on aluminum blanks are thicker than stock KME stones. We recommend using the thickness compensator if you use stones of different thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Blhia3QkR0E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch KnifeKrazy YouTube review of the new form-factor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardennes Coticule","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40706859008109,"sku":"COTICULE-SELECT-KMEX","price":43.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/5900\/files\/Coticule-for-KME-mounted.jpg?v=1763726399"}],"url":"https:\/\/de.gritomatic.com\/en\/collections\/4-natural.oembed","provider":"Gritomatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}