{"product_id":"kizuyama-tomae-c_kiz_60_4","title":"Kizuyama Asagi Tomae C_KIZ_60_4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKizuyama Asagi Tomae C_KIZ_60_4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification \u0026amp; Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kizuyama, an Eastern mine (Higashi-mono) of Kyoto known for producing stones with exceptional cutting bite and fine, creamy feedback.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomae, characterized by dense, fine sediment structure and strong polish\/finishing capability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-size bench stone measuring 208mm × 76mm × 35mm at a substantial 1,427 grams—a true full-sized workshop block.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the Kyoto specialty seal (Kyoto Tokusan) and authentic mine\/distributor calligraphic ink marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical \u0026amp; Visual Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ash-olive \/ khaki-grey (Asagi  tone) with subtle warm undertones typical of deep-mine Tomae layers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flattened and prepped.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfile \u0026amp; Flanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parallel gang-saw crosscut marks on the edges, with natural quarry skin (kawa) and raw iron-tinted crust visible on the bottom reverse and lower edges. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Working Evaluation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lv 4 to 4.5+ (solid, firm surface that resists dishing while self-slurrying slowly or with a diamond plate\/Tomo nagura).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinesse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 8,000–12,000+ grit, producing a refined, hazy kasumi contrast on clad kitchen knives and crisp, toothy edges on high-carbon cutlery, razors (kamisori), and woodworking tools (kanna\/nomi).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomics: \u003c\/strong\u003eAt 76mm wide and over 200mm long, it provides the full surface area needed for wide bevel work and full razor\/plane blade sweeps without falling off the edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlaws, Structural Risks \u0026amp; Imperfections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagonal Surface Fissures (Suji): \u003c\/strong\u003eTwo distinct diagonal lines cross the upper working face. These do not feel toxic or \"hitting\" but as this is a natiral material care must be taken to inspect them over time.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerimeter Spall \/ Missing Shoulder:\u003c\/strong\u003e A noticeable natural notch\/indentation along the left perimeter slightly reduces width in the upper third.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLacquer sealed:\u003c\/strong\u003e  The flanks and back are completely sealed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinor Edge\/Corner Chips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small step-fractures along the lower base and corners from quarry splitting\/handling.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dust Bowl Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48077778649219,"sku":null,"price":465.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/7320\/1283\/files\/81.png?v=1788436680","url":"https:\/\/dustbowlknives.com\/products\/kizuyama-tomae-c_kiz_60_4","provider":"Dust Bowl Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}