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Abrasive Files. Abrasive Slips. Speciality Sharpening Stones. Sharpening Systems. See the full Benchstones range. See the full Waterstones range. Add to Cart. Norton sku: Stone-UPB Norton sku: Stone-IB8. Norton sku: Stone-IM2. Norton sku: Stone-IC Norton sku: Stone-IM Norton sku: Stone-IM9.

Norton sku: Stone-JM3. Norton sku: Stone-JM6. Compare Selected. Crystolon Stones The silicon carbide grade used in Crystolon stones is more durable than aluminum oxide, making the Crystolon silicon carbide stones more aggressive.

In removing more metal with each sharpening pass, you can speed up the sharpening process, which is preferred when the speed of sharpening is more important than the fineness of the cutting edge. The most popular natural stones available today are made from Ozark novaculite silicone quartz , which is quarried in Arkansas and cut to shape to make what are commonly known as Arkansas stones. These sharpening stones are very hard and dense and will not cut as fast or as aggressively as man-made or diamond stones.

Due to their unique composition, Arkansas stones polish as they sharpen, imparting an extremely fine, smooth edge. Because of this, they are typically used as the final sharpening step after an India or Crystolon stone is used or to maintain an already sharpened edge. All Arkansas stones are not alike due to the porosity and density of the mined material.

Soft Arkansas extra fine stones are the coarsest-grained and least dense of the natural stones. They are used primarily to sharpen and hone tool and knife edges to an even, polished surface, frequently after sharpening with man-made stones.

Hard translucent Arkansas ultra fine stones are the finest-grained and densest natural stone available and are used to produce the keenest, most precise finish possible, as well as polished, razor-like edges. Waterstones Waterstones are synthetic stones that have become increasingly popular. Norton Waterstones Waterstones should be completely soaked in water for several minutes prior to use, ensuring that the water has penetrated through the entire stone.

Relative Sharpening Comparisons for the Sharpening Stones Discussed in This Article Because Waterstones are softer than benchstones, they wear much more quickly and need to be flattened frequently for optimal performance.

Which Sharpening Stone is Right for You? Benchstones wear slowly and retain their flatness longer than waterstones. They are available in a number of formulations and grit sizes, allowing you to achieve a wide range of desired finishes depending on the type you choose. India Stone : imparts durable, smooth-cutting edges Crystolon Stone : produces a less fine cutting edge but sharpens quickly Arkansas Stone : polishes as it sharpens for a fine, smooth edge Waterstones wear more quickly and require frequent flattening, but they produce a smoother finish than benchstones.

Ceramic Stones provide an ultra fine finish on an already sharp blade. Diamond stones retain their flatness longer. They are the most aggressive and remove more material when sharpening, resulting in a less polished finish. I Agree Find out more. Norton Benchstones. India Stones India aluminum oxide stones are favored for imparting durable, smooth-cutting edges. Norton Arkansas Benchstones.



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