Naniwa Basic Combination Sharpening Stone 220/1000 Grit

The Naniwa Basic 502/510 Combination Sharpening Stone is a versatile, double-sided Japanese water stone designed to help restore dull knife edges and bring them back to a sharp finish. Featuring a coarse 220-grit side and a 1000-grit side, it provides a practical two-stage sharpening solution for tools, everyday kitchen knives and other cutting tools.

Manufactured using Naniwa’s established sharpening expertise, the Basic series combines effective cutting performance with reliable quality, making it a great choice for woodworkers and home cooks alike.

Key Features

• Dual-grit design: Combines a coarse 220-grit side for reshaping and repairing dull edges with a 1000-grit side for sharpening and refining the cutting edge.

• Japanese sharpening expertise: Produced under strict quality control by specialists from Japan.

• Aluminium oxide abrasive: Provides effective material removal for restoring and sharpening knife edges.

• Slow-wearing construction: Designed to expose fresh abrasive particles during use, helping maintain consistent sharpening performance.

• Thick abrasive layer: Offers long-lasting use with proper care and maintenance.

• Water stone design: Soak in water before sharpening to prepare the stone for use.

How to Use

1. Soak the stone: Immerse the basic sharpening stone in water for a few minutes before sharpening to ensure it is thoroughly saturated.

2. Restore the edge: Use the coarse 220-grit side to repair a dull edge or remove minor imperfections.

3. Sharpen the blade: Turn the stone over and use the 1000-grit side to refine the edge and improve sharpness.

4. Clean after use: Rinse the stone and allow it to dry thoroughly before storage.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Naniwa

• Series: Basic

• Model: MV-502/510

• Type: Double-sided water sharpening stone

• Coarse grit: 220 (green)

• Stone Dimensions: 185mm x 65mm x 30mm (3-11/32" x 2-9/16" x 1-3/16").

• Stone Thickness: 30mm

• Fine grit: 1000 (red)

• Abrasive material: Aluminium oxide

• Origin of production: Vietnam, under Japanese quality control

A Practical Sharpening Solution

Whether you are bringing a neglected kitchen knife back into working condition or maintaining your blades regularly, the Naniwa Basic 220/1000 combination stone offers two essential sharpening stages in one convenient stone. Its straightforward design makes it a useful addition to any kitchen sharpening setup.