Global G-1800L Two-Sided Water Sharpening Stone, Rough/Medium

by Global

Product Features

• Two-sided whetstone (Grits 240 and 1000) hones knife edges
• Requires submersion in water before use
• Rubber base prevents slipping
• 7-1/8 inches long, 2-3/8 inches wide, 1-1/8 inches thick
• Honing instructions and diagrams included

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 3.7 x 1.8 inches ; 1.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005OL40
• Item model number: G-1800L
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,170 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

This two-sided whetstone offers two degrees of coarseness for honing knife edges. The orange side is coarse (Grit 240) for honing dull edges. The gray side is medium (Grit 1000) and used in the second step of honing for bringing edges to a sharpness suitable for use. The whetstone requires submersion in water for 10 to 15 minutes before use. It fits into a removable rubber base that prevents slippage while it's being used. The whetstone measures 7-1/8 inches long, 2-3/8 inches wide, and 1-1/8 inches thick. Instructions and diagrams for proper honing are included. --Fred Brack

Product Description

Global knives are crafted of CROMOVA 18 stainless steel for the perfect combination of chromium, molybdenum and vanadium to maximize edge retention and stain resistance. Their light weight seamless construction and razor sharp edges make Global knives a popular cutlery favorite. Made in Niigata, Japan. Lifetime guarantee from Global with normal use and proper care. Hand wash with non-acidic dish washing soap and dry thoroughly before storing.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this whetstone!, December 26, 2006

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Laura D. Bush "chef" (Mount Pleasant, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Global G-1800L Two-Sided Water Sharpening Stone, Rough/Medium (Kitchen)

This is a great buy if you need sharp knives. I am a line cook and use the stone about once a week. It doesn't take long to get a great edge... whichever technique you use. The pink side (very coarse) does most of the work for you. Then run the knife over the blue side a few times and voila...a super sharp knife. I also like that the stone came with a plastic cradle to rest in so it doesn't slide all over the place. This stone is worth its weight in gold...and it's worth it because as long as it doesn't get lost you'll never have to buy another one.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Effective, Low-Priced Sharpening Stone, November 16, 2008

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K. Bullock (Olathe, KS) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Global G-1800L Two-Sided Water Sharpening Stone, Rough/Medium (Kitchen)

This reasonably-priced stone has everything you need for basic knife sharpening. I found it easy to use, and it does a great job on my kitchen knives.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best stone I've ever purchased, July 12, 2011

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J. Cha "Chef Jay" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Global G-1800L Two-Sided Water Sharpening Stone, Rough/Medium (Kitchen)

This is the first stone I purchased while I was in culinary school 4 years ago. 4 years later I still have the same stone (it's worn down, now). I only have to put my knife against this stone at least once a month. It gives me the best edge I could possibly want.