This genuine Arkansas Novaculite combination sharpening stone contains a Soft (Medium) grade stone and a Surgical Black (Ultra Fine) grade stone. Soft (Medium) stones are the coarsest of the Arkansas stones and are the most versatile and most popular of the Arkansas stones. The Soft grade is used to quickly establish the initial edge on dull or neglected knives or other edge tools. Color of Soft stones can vary widely from white to gray/ black to pink/gray, or a combination of these colors. Surgical Black Arkansas (Ultra Fine) are the hardest of the Arkansas stones and were historically used to sharpen dental tools and scalpels, hence the name "Surgical." The Black Arkansas stones will hone a polished, razor sharp edge on knives and other tools. Black Arkansas stones are the favorite of the most discerning chefs, sportsman and woodworkers. Arkansas stones are classified as Novaculite, which is an extremely hard and fine-grained mineral containing almost pure silica. These stones are classified in 4 grades and progress from Soft to Hard to Translucent and finally to Surgical Black. Each grade is based on the specify gravity or density of the mineral and not the grit or particle size. The grades with more dense or tightly packed particles will produce a finer or sharper edge. In addition, stone grades are not determined by color, as color alone will not differentiate the hardness of different stone grades. Arkansas stones are a natural product, and each stone is different, and each grade may contain any of the following colors: black, blue-black, charcoal, grey, white, multi-color, brown, pink or red, or a combination of these colors in a single stone. These stones come fitted in a wooded box to protect them when not in use. All Arkansas stones work best with a coating of light mineral honing oil to suspend metal particles and prevent clogging.
- This Genuine Arkansas combination sharpening stone is 8 inches long by 3 inches wide by 1 inch thick
- Contains Soft (Medium) and Surgical Black (Ultra FIne) stone grades
- Since these are natural stones, colors can vary from stone to stone (see description below).
- This genuine Arkansas combination stone is 100% quarried in the Ouachita Mountains of Central Arkansas
- Come fitted in a wooded box to protect when not in use
Shipping Note: Shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, PO Boxes, and APO addresses is not available for this item
Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
