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Tora-to (Tiger Stone) JNAT

Tora-to (Tiger Stone) JNAT

Regular price $120.00 USD
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Materials

dimensions

• Length: 7-3/4" (195mm)
• Width: 2-3/9" (60mm)
• Height: 1-5/8" (40mm)
• Weight: 2.56Lb (1163g)

This is a stunning example of a Tora-to (虎砥) JNAT whetstone, prized for its beauty and exceptional sharpening performance.
Origin: Likely an Amakusa stone, quarried in the Kumamoto Prefecture of Japan, known for their speed and ability to create a keen edge.
Grit: Medium grit (around 800), versatile for sharpening a variety of tools and knives.
Performance:
* Fast cutting: Removes metal quickly to establish a sharp edge.
* Good feedback: Provides audible and tactile feedback during sharpening.
* Beautiful appearance: Unique tiger-stripe pattern is visually striking.
* Relatively rare: Not as common as some other JNAT varieties, adding to their desirability.
Key features:
* Fast cutting: Quickly removes metal to establish a sharp edge.
* Good feedback: Provides audible and tactile feedback during sharpening.
* Beautiful appearance: The unique tiger-stripe pattern is visually striking.
* Relatively rare: Not as common as some other JNAT varieties, adding to their desirability.
Invest in this exquisite Tora-to JNAT whetstone and experience the joy of sharpening your blades to a razor-sharp perfection.

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