1×6 Jende Silicon Carbide Stone

The 1×6 Jende Silicon Carbide stone available in #80 and #120 grit, offer aggressive sharpening solutions for various needs. This is a Waterstone, and is not to be used with oil, but can be used in conjunction with oil stones (such as Norton India and other carborundum and Arkansas stones) if the blade is wiped clean before and after switching stone types. 80 grit stone The #80 grit stone, an extra-extra coarse option, is ideal for substantial profiling and repairs, despite possibly leaving slightly pronounced scratches above the bevel. Its ability to remove metal efficiently makes it a valuable substitute for coarse diamond plates and similar sharpening stones. The Jende 80 Grit sharpening stone is a mid range extra coarse grit sharpening stone that works on almost all types of knives, scissors, tools and chisels, including those made with abrasion resistant steels. While the 1×6 size is meant for use with the Edge Pro, Hapstone, TSProf guided sharpening systems, and with the Wicked Edge Uni Stone Holder Paddles. It is also a great size for a slip stone, field stone or a pocket stone for knife repairs and sharpening on the go On the higher end of the hardness spectrum of traditional steel edges made with steels like 1095, 52100, 440C, Aogami White, Shirogami Blue, O1, W1, etc. The Jende 80 Grit might be considered a little too aggressive, but it won’t chip out the edge as much as diamond plates can. 120 grit stone The #120 grit stone, an extra coarse variant, serves well for serious profiling, initial sharpening, and repair tasks. Although less aggressive than the #80 grit, it still delivers effective sharpening results. The Jende 120 Grit sharpening stone is a mid range extra coarse grit sharpening stone that works on almost all types of knives, scissors, tools and chisels, including those made with abrasion resistant steels. While the 1×6 size is meant for use with the Edge Pro, Hapstone and TSProf sharpeners, it is also a great size for a slip stone, field stone or a pocket stone for knife repairs and sharpening on the go On the higher end of the hardness spectrum of traditional steel edges made with steels like 1095, 52100, 440C, Aogami White, Shirogami Blue, O1, W1, etc. The Jende 120 Grit is probably the lowest grit you would need, and it won’t chip out the edge as much as diamond plates can. These stones are 1″x 6″ x 5mm and mounted on steel blanks, and are compatible with the Jende JIGS, Edge Pro, Hapstone, and TSProf sharpeners. These are exclusively used with water and perform optimally when soaked briefly before use. Storing them in a dry place between uses ensures their longevity and effectiveness. More Information Ideal place in a sharpening progression: Starting grit for major repairs and profiling. In place of any diamond grit plate or extra coarse stone. Where mechanized sharpening and belt grinders are not available. Before progressing to another coarse or lower end medium grit stone (120-1K grit) These stone can also be used in a mix and match progression of other synthetic and natural sharpening stones, as well with other brands such as Shapton, Sigma, Suehiro, Imanishi, Spyderco, King, etc. On Carbide Forming Steel and More Abrasion Resistant Steel Edges such as VG-10, D2, M2, S35V, S90V, etc., The Jende 120 Grit excels at removing matrix steel and carbides. The abrasive release of the stone while in use add to its aggression and can cut as fast as most diamond plates and can be used to “save” your diamond plates from unnecessary wear, especially on the abrasion resistant steels. On More Traditional Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel Edges the Jende 120 Grit works on steels between RC 52 and RC 65 on the Rockwell C Hardness scale. The stone itself is very aggressive, and releases a lot of grit for extra punch. It does make quick work of seriously reprofiling and repairing of the softer end of the spectrum of steels like X50CrMoV15, AUS6, 440B, and most steels used by many kitchen knife makers like Henckels, Wüsthof, Gunter Wilhelm, F Dick, Victorinox, etc. This is also a stone that can be utilized on softer steeled garden tools such as lawnmower blades and hedge clippers and other tools that don’t necessarily need to be as refined in sharpness as they need to be shaped well for cutting at speeds.