Product Summary:
Japanese natural finishing whetstone (awasedo) from the Aiiwatani stratum, described by the supplier as Shohonyama natural stone. This piece is classified as "Iromono" with a "Kanmaki" pattern and "Namazu" character, and the supplier rates its hardness as medium-hard (chuko). Weight is 663 g. A natural stone of this class is normally used as a finishing stone for kitchen knives, plane blades, chisels and razors. Because it is a natural stone, the pattern, colour and lines on this piece are unique to it and will not match any other example.

Condition:
Like new. The Japanese supplier lists the item as almost unused. The surface shows natural veins, fine lines, colour variation, a red marking and a small dark inclusion along one edge - these are inherent characteristics of the raw stone rather than damage. The stone has not been tested by us. Please examine all photographs, as they show the actual item for sale.

Specs:

• Item: Japanese natural whetstone (awasedo), finishing stone
• Stone name: Aiiwatani, Shohonyama
• Character: Iromono / Kanmaki / Namazu (as described by the supplier)
• Hardness: Medium-hard (chuko), per supplier
• Material: Natural stone
• Weight: 663 g
• Country of Origin: Japan

Important Notes:
Dimensions are not stated by the supplier and are therefore not listed. Grit rating is not applicable to natural stones, so no grit number is given. Natural stones can contain hard spots or lines; please use water and light pressure and flatten the surface as needed before use. No base, box, or accessories are included - what you see in the photographs is what you receive.