I've got a mini collection of Japanese knives (2 x Watanabe (210 Gyuto, 150 Petty) 1 x Shinji Fujishita 165mm Nakiri (Blue 2)) and would like to start sharpening them myself, and get the equipment I'll need to that.
I was thinking of starting with an approx 1000 grit stone and then adding others over time (although I may get 3-4 at once if it saves money).
The questions I have are:
I was thinking of starting with an approx 1000 grit stone and then adding others over time (although I may get 3-4 at once if it saves money).
The questions I have are:
- Is this the right grit stone to start with?
- Are some stones more suitable for learning on - if so which?
- Is there anything else I'll need?