ALTSTONE FUKAMI Whetstone Sharpening stone medium #1000 without Nagura Fr. JAPAN

ALTSTONE FUKAMI #1000 Ceramic Whetstone — Made in Japan

Sharp everyday performance without the fuss. The ALTSTONE FUKAMI #1000 is a medium-grit Japanese whetstone designed for reliable kitchen knife maintenance at home. Its vitrified ceramic bond offers clean feedback and precise cutting action—ideal for stainless and carbon steel blades.

Key Features

• #1000 Medium Grit: The daily “sweet spot” for edge repair and routine touch-ups.
• Vitrified Ceramic Bond: Stable, consistent cutting feel and flatness retention.
• Made in Japan: Trusted Japanese sharpening stone craftsmanship.
• Home-friendly Size: Compact and easy to handle, yet capable of pro-level results.

Why #1000?

#1000 is the most versatile starting point: it removes small chips, resets the bite, and leaves a toothy, kitchen-ready edge. For mirror polish, follow with #3000–#8000; for heavy damage, start with #300–#400 first.

Specifications

• Grit: #1000 (Medium)
• Stone Size: 180 × 60 × 20 mm
• Weight: approx. 430 g
• Bond: Vitrified Ceramic
• Type: Soaking stone

Planned by ALTWAYS.LLC. Proudly manufactured in Japan.

What's Included

• Main stone: FUKAMI #1000
• Nagura: not included (sold separately)

How to Use

1. Soak the stone in water for 5–10 minutes (do not use oil).
2. Hold a consistent angle (≈15°) and make even strokes along the full edge.
3. Rinse swarf as needed; keep the surface wet for smooth cutting.
4. Finish with light pressure to refine the edge.

Care & Maintenance

• After use, rinse and air-dry fully (avoid direct sun or high heat).
• Flatten periodically with a lapping plate or coarse flattening stone.
• Store in a cool, dry place. Do not leave immersed long-term.

Learn & Improve

Watch our sharpening tutorial on YouTube:
ALTSTONE Sharpening Guide

Good to Know

• Works with stainless kitchen knives, carbon steel, petty/utility knives, and light outdoor blades.
• Pairs well with a non-slip mat or stone holder for stability.
• For finer finishes, step up to #3000–#8000 after #1000.

Shipping

• We ship directly from Japan to your country . Shipping fees vary depending on destination. Please add the item to your cart to check the final shipping cost.
• We can also ship to a domestic forwarding service address in Japan . In this case, shipping within Japan is free of charge .
• All shipments include a tracking number and insurance for peace of mind.

Customs & VAT

• Buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, or VAT.
• These fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
• Charges vary depending on your country and must be paid to your local customs office or carrier upon delivery.
• The final cost may exceed the item price depending on import regulations in your country.

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