{"title":"Sharpening Tools","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeep your kitchen knives in working order with Samura sharpening tools. The collection covers single and combination whetstones from #240 to #8000 grit, a #360\/#600 diamond combination stone and an electric diamond knife sharpener. A ceramic honing rod helps you adjust the cutting edge between sharpenings, and an angle holder with ceramic guides supports your work on the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"samura-diamond-combination-stone-360-600","title":"Samura Diamond Combination Stone, #360\/#600","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamura diamond combination stone #360\/#600\u003c\/strong\u003e is a double-sided sharpening stone for the heavy work on your kitchen knives. Use it to remove flaws that have appeared on a blade over time and to bring a worn edge back to the right angle. Its abrasive is diamond, a very hard material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrit and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grit number tells you how coarse or fine a stone is: the lower the number, the coarser the abrasive and the more material it removes. With #360 on one side and #600 on the other, this stone is designed for rough work on the blade. Start on the coarser #360 side, then turn the stone over and continue on the finer #600 side. Because both grits are on one stone, you can move from the coarser to the finer grit without changing stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce the edge is in shape again, you can continue on a finer whetstone to bring it to the sharpness you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize, weight and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone measures 180 × 88 mm and is 38 mm thick, with a net weight of 286 g. It comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving flaws that have appeared on a blade over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring the edge angle of a dull or worn knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough sharpening, coarser #360 side first, then the finer #600 side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing an edge before a finer whetstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-bevel knives, one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bevel Japanese knives, bevelled side first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharpen one side of the knife until a burr appears, then sharpen the other side, and keep the original factory angle of your knife throughout. For single-bevel Japanese knives, sharpen the bevelled side until a uniform burr appears, then pass the flat side lightly over the stone a few times. Repeat the procedure on a fine whetstone if you need a keener edge, and never test sharpness with bare hands; use a piece of paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSAMURA sharpening tools are made to sharpen kitchen knives without much effort. Stones in various grain sizes help you restore the right angle, and the range also includes combination whetstones, a honing rod, an electric sharpener and a sharpening angle holder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAMURA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55532861948244,"sku":"SDS-360\/M","price":57.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/1484\/5268\/files\/d7c038ff861a19e7203fe0848a660991.jpg?v=1776066568"},{"product_id":"samura-whetstone-5000","title":"Samura Whetstone, #5000","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamura whetstone #5000\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fine sharpening stone for finishing and polishing the edge of your kitchen knives by hand. You use it at the end of a sharpening session, after a coarser stone has set the edge, to refine that edge and give it a smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrit and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA whetstone's grit number tells you how fine its abrasive is. The higher the number, the finer the stone and the smoother the edge it leaves. SAMURA makes whetstones in a range of grits for different jobs: coarse stones for correcting the blade angle, medium stones for starting off and for light resharpening, and fine stones for finishing and polishing. With a #5000 grit, this stone belongs to the finishing group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo correct the blade angle or to start sharpening, use a coarser stone first, then move to the #5000 to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize, weight and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone measures 185 × 65 mm and is 19 mm thick, with a net weight of 274 g. It comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing the edge after sharpening on a coarser stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishing the cutting edge to a smooth finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-bevel kitchen knives, one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bevel Japanese knives, bevelled side first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore use, submerge the whetstone completely in water for 10–15 minutes and keep it wet the whole time you sharpen. Work one side of the knife until a burr appears, then the other side, and hold the original factory bevel angle of 15–17° throughout. For single-bevel Japanese knives, sharpen the bevelled side until a uniform burr appears, then pass the concave side lightly over the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSAMURA recommends sharpening its knives on whetstones, and its sharpening tools are made to do the job without much effort. 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At #2000, this stone takes over from coarser work: it smooths out the traces of coarse sharpening and gives your steel knives a sharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll the abrasive grains in this stone are completely uniform, for smooth, high-quality sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize, weight and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone measures 185 × 65 mm and is 19 mm thick, with a net weight of 294 g. It comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpening steel kitchen knives, including very hard blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving the marks left by coarse sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-bevel knives, one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bevel Japanese knives, bevelled side first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak the whetstone completely in water for 10–15 minutes before use and keep it wet while you sharpen. Sharpen one side of the knife until a burr appears, then the other side, keeping the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°. For single-bevel Japanese knives, sharpen the bevelled side until a uniform burr appears, then pass the concave side lightly over the stone. Repeat on a finer stone if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSAMURA sharpening tools help you sharpen kitchen knives without much effort, and SAMURA recommends whetstones for the job. 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It is easy to use, even if you are new to sharpening on a whetstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrit and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grit number tells you how fine a stone is: the higher the number, the finer the abrasive and the smoother the edge it leaves. Start on the #1000 side to sharpen the blade and remove small defects and signs of wear from the edge. Then turn the stone over and finish on the #3000 side to refine the cutting edge. This pairing of grits is a versatile choice for knife care at home, and it also suits knives made of hard steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize, weight and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone measures 240 × 80 mm and is 40 mm thick, with a net weight of 1400 g. The whetstone comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreliminary sharpening on the #1000 side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving small defects and signs of wear from the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal finishing of the edge on the #3000 side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-bevel knives, one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bevel Japanese knives, bevelled side first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore use, submerge the whetstone completely in water for 10–15 minutes and keep it wet while you sharpen. Sharpen one side of the knife until a burr appears, then sharpen the other side, keeping the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°. For single-bevel Japanese knives, sharpen the bevelled side until a uniform burr appears, then pass the concave side lightly over the stone. Repeat on the finer #3000 side if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSamura sharpening tools are made to sharpen kitchen knives without much effort. Whetstones in various grain sizes help you restore the right edge angle, and the range also includes other combination whetstones, a honing rod and a sharpening angle holder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAMURA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55532863357268,"sku":"SBS-1300\/M","price":105.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/1484\/5268\/files\/09a48f65cc6cafb5e9a09d06d04c1207.jpg?v=1776066601"},{"product_id":"samura-whetstone-400","title":"Samura Whetstone, #400","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamura whetstone #400\u003c\/strong\u003e is a coarse sharpening stone for the more demanding jobs in knife care. You use it when the blade angle of a kitchen knife needs correcting, before you refine the edge on finer stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrit and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA whetstone's grit number tells you how fine its abrasive is. The higher the number, the finer the stone and the smoother the edge it leaves; the lower the number, the coarser the stone. SAMURA makes whetstones in a range of grits for different jobs: coarse stones for challenging work such as correcting the blade angle, medium stones for starting off and for light resharpening, and fine stones for finishing and polishing. With a #400 grit, this stone belongs to the coarse group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it to restore the right angle on the edge. A coarse stone leaves a rougher edge than a fine one, so repeat the sharpening on a finer stone if you want a more refined edge. For light resharpening, SAMURA points you to its medium stones instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize, weight and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone measures 185 × 65 mm and is 19 mm thick, with a net weight of 374 g. It comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting and restoring the blade angle of your kitchen knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-bevel kitchen knives, one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bevel Japanese knives, bevelled side first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore use, submerge the whetstone completely in water for 10–15 minutes and keep it wet the whole time you sharpen. Sharpen one side of the knife until a burr appears, then the other side, and keep the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°. For single-bevel Japanese knives, sharpen the bevelled side until a uniform burr appears, then pass the concave side lightly over the stone. Repeat on a finer stone if needed to refine the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSAMURA sharpening tools are made to sharpen knives without much effort, and stones in various grain sizes help you restore the right angle and keep your knives sharp. 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It is a good stone to start the sharpening process on, and it also takes care of light resharpening when an edge has lost some of its sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrit and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA whetstone's grit number tells you how fine its abrasive is: the higher the number, the finer the stone and the smoother the edge it leaves. SAMURA makes whetstones in a range of grits for different jobs: coarse stones for correcting the blade angle, medium stones for starting off and for light resharpening, and fine stones for finishing and polishing. With a #1000 grit, this stone belongs to the medium group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBegin your sharpening session on this stone, then move on to a finer stone if you want a more polished finish. If the blade angle needs correcting, work on a coarser stone first and continue here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize, weight and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stone measures 185 × 65 mm and is 19 mm thick, with a net weight of 353 g. It comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting a sharpening session on your kitchen knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight resharpening of an edge that has lost some sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing the edge for a finer finishing stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-bevel kitchen knives, one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bevel Japanese knives, bevelled side first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak the whetstone completely in water for 10–15 minutes before use and keep it wet while you sharpen. Sharpen one side of the knife until a burr appears, then the other side, keeping the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°. For single-bevel Japanese knives, sharpen the bevelled side until a uniform burr appears, then pass the concave side lightly over the stone. Repeat on a finer stone if needed for a more refined edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSAMURA sharpening tools are made to sharpen knives without much effort, and stones in various grain sizes help you restore the right angle to your blade. 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It sits on the spine of the knife and gives it a constant tilt, so you can keep the angle set by the manufacturer as accurately as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeeping the blade at the same angle on every stroke takes practice. The holder makes it easier. You put it on the spine of the blade from above, and it keeps the knife at a constant tilt against the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe holder has smooth ceramic guides. They do not get in the way as you slide the knife over the stone, and they cause no significant wear to the stone during the procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials, size and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe holder is made of \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality plastic\u003c\/strong\u003e that is safe for your knife, combined with \u003cstrong\u003eceramic guides\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is small and light: it measures 99 × 25 × 20 mm and weighs 15 g. It comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolding a constant blade angle on a whetstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping the original factory angle of your knife as closely as possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpening kitchen knives by hand at the same angle on every stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpening one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare your whetstone as its instructions describe, then fit the holder on the spine of the blade. Sharpen one side of the knife until a burr appears, then the other side, with the holder keeping the angle steady on each side. Never test the sharpness with bare hands; use a piece of paper instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSAMURA sharpening tools are made to sharpen knives without much effort, and stones in various grain sizes help you restore the right angle. Alongside this holder, the range includes single-grit and combination whetstones, a honing rod and an electric sharpener.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAMURA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55532864045396,"sku":"SAG-1","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/1484\/5268\/files\/eb1e6c4e6f7622883f510b154b8a2b8c.jpg?v=1776066608"},{"product_id":"samura-combination-whetstone-240-800","title":"Samura Combination Whetstone, #240\/#800","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamura combination whetstone #240\/#800\u003c\/strong\u003e puts two coarse grits on one stone. 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It comes with a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting the angle of a knife's edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarse work on the #240 side, followed by the finer #800 side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing an edge for a finer stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-bevel knives, one side at a time until a burr appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-bevel Japanese knives, bevelled side first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore use, submerge the whetstone completely in water for 10–15 minutes and keep it wet while you sharpen. Sharpen one side of the knife until a burr appears, then sharpen the other side, keeping the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°. For single-bevel Japanese knives, sharpen the bevelled side until a uniform burr appears, then pass the concave side lightly over the stone. Repeat on a finer stone if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Samura sharpening tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSAMURA recommends whetstones for sharpening kitchen knives, and its sharpening tools are made to do the job without much effort. Alongside whetstones in various grain sizes and other combination whetstones, the range includes a honing rod, an electric sharpener and a sharpening angle holder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAMURA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55532864110932,"sku":"SCS-280\/C","price":37.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/1484\/5268\/files\/f48b3142bf647df7af770856d09fe300.jpg?v=1776066611"},{"product_id":"ceramic-honing-rod-10-254-mm","title":"Samura Ceramic Honing Rod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamura ceramic honing rod\u003c\/strong\u003e helps you adjust the cutting edge of your kitchen knives and keep them sharp. 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