Global MS5/P&S - Ceramic Whetstone, Fine Grit

by Global

Product Features

• Ultra-fine whetstone (Grit 5000) finely hones knife edges
• Made of hardened ceramic powder for quick, easy work
• Can be used immediately after wetting--no need for lengthy submersion
• Rubber-like base prevents slipping; porcelain slab adds rigidity
• 8-1/4 inches long, 2-3/4 inches wide, 7/8 inch thick

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 3.3 x 1.4 inches ; 1.6 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: B00005OL48
• Item model number: MS5/P&S
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #41,512 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

One of three Global whetstones of different grit ratings, this pink one is Grit 5000 for finely honing nearly sharp knife edges just before they're used. It's made of hardened ceramic powder for quick, easy work and can be used immediately after wetting—-there's no need for a lengthy submersion in water. Attached to the whetstone is a porcelain slab for rigidity. The whetstone rests in a removable, rubber-like plastic base to prevent slippage while you use it. It measures 8-1/4 inches long, 2-3/4 inches wide, and 7/8 inch thick. Instructions and diagrams for proper honing accompany the whetstone. --Fred Brack

Product Description

One of three Global whetstones of different grit ratings, this pink one is Grit 5000 for finely honing nearly sharp knife edges just before they're used. It's made of hardened ceramic powder for quick, easy work and can be used immediately after wetting—-there's no need for a lengthy submersion in water. Attached to the whetstone is a porcelain slab for rigidity. The whetstone rests in a removable, rubber-like plastic base to prevent slippage while you use it. It measures 8-1/4 inches long, 2-3/4 inches wide, and 7/8 inch thick. Instructions and diagrams for proper honing accompany the whetstone. --Fred Brack

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the price, January 11, 2003

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Jim Krupnik "jkrupnik" (Watchung, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Global MS5/P&S - Ceramic Whetstone, Fine Grit (Kitchen)

This is a large sized stone with a good non slip base. The honing surface is reasonably thick, and very uniform. A minute of honing will turn a factory edge into a razor edge. No gimmicks, no bull. You see the results of your effort right now, and quickly learn to fine tune your technique. Unless you have very badly abused blades, this stone and a good steel will be all you need to keep an envious edge on your knives.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The real path to razor sharp., January 10, 2003

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Jim Krupnik "jkrupnik" (Watchung, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Global MS5/P&S - Ceramic Whetstone, Fine Grit (Kitchen)

I bought this stone to detail the edge of the new set of Calphalon forged kitchen knives that I recently purchased. I have used oriental water stones in the past, and this stone is as good as any I have used. With just a few strokes, it will turn a Calphalon, Henckles, or Wusthof into a Gillette. With this stone and a good steel, your knives will last far beyond your years.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I just love it--part 2, August 3, 2005

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H. RHEE (BELLEVUE, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Global MS5/P&S - Ceramic Whetstone, Fine Grit (Kitchen)

After I use the yellow stone I use this pink stone to fine tune my Global and other knives for work and my home kitchen. Like the previous reviews stated, it's for fine tuning and not for sharpening a dull, rough blade. Makes such a big difference with the knives not treated with the pink stone!