Shapton Medium Grade Millstone Mastermind Green # 2000 of B

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you know how a product is super hyped and you think its overrated but then you cave and get it and then think ok it was not hype this is just a really good product. these shaptons are basically that. they all Feel really good and cut really well. even at 2000s this is a great cutting stone. I never thought I’d say this but the feed back of this stone is amazing

These are the best stones on the market, and the cheapest. Cheapest in terms of the various top tier Japanese water stones (naniwa, suehiro, bester etc). I use them mostly for razors, chisels, plane blades, but mostly razors. The 1k is a metal eater, it’s fast as heck, hard, slow wearing. I hone razors commercially, roughly 300 a year plus all of my own and at this rate I’ll get 15 years out of it. That’s pretty great for a $40 stone. The 2k may be the star of the whole lineup. It’s got the best feedback, creamy feel, fast cutting, again slow wearing. The 5k is super fast as well and puts a bright polish on the bevel. Essentially a mirror finish. This 5k and the 8 and 12k don’t really wear at all. They will most likely last the rest of my life. The 8 and 12 are also super fast, hard and slow wearing. The shaving edges off the 12k are good, especially if you do 10 laps on chromium oxide after. For knives I really like the 1k, and especially the 2k. The 2k is a great finisher for most western knives, German, Us made stuff. For Japanese knives I like to go a little higher..The 5k puts a brilliant polish on a knife, but it’ just lacks feedback. It is feels kind of dead. The 8k is a little better in this regard. But overall, the finer stones all don’t have the greatest feedback for knives. But like I said, the finish is great. The 8 and especially 12k will leave a perfect mirror polish. But there really isn’t any knives that I would use the 12k for. 8k is the max.

This review analyzes the SHAPTON Kuromaku Sharpening Stone Green 2000 (Very Fine Grit) within the context of whetstone sharpening for achieving a polished edge on knives. Product Features: High-Quality Abrasive: The 2000 grit sharpening stone utilizes a ceramic abrasive known for consistent sharpening performance and fast cutting action. Splash and Go Convenience: The stone requires minimal soaking, reducing preparation time before use. Reputable Brand: SHAPTON is a recognized brand within the sharpening community, known for quality whetstones. Potential Benefits: Effective Edge Refinement: The 2000 grit stone is ideal for refining a previously sharpened edge, achieving a high degree of polish and sharpness suitable for daily use on various cutting tasks. Simple and Traditional Sharpening Method: Whetstones offer a tactile and controlled sharpening experience, allowing users to develop sharpening skills and achieve a high level of edge control. Considerations: Learning Curve: Mastering proper sharpening technique with whetstones requires practice and patience. Maintenance Requirements: Whetstones may require flattening over time to maintain a uniform sharpening surface. Grit Selection: The 2000 grit stone is suitable for final edge refinement. For heavily damaged or dull blades, a coarser grit stone might be necessary for initial sharpening stages. Overall Assessment: The SHAPTON Kuromaku Sharpening Stone Green 2000 (Very Fine Grit) is a well-regarded whetstone for achieving a polished edge on knives. The 2000 grit ceramic abrasive offers a balance of cutting ability and finishing finesse. The splash and go convenience and association with the SHAPTON brand are additional positive attributes. However, it's important to acknowledge the learning curve associated with whetstone sharpening and the potential need for additional sharpening stones with coarser grits for complete sharpening solutions. Conclusion: For experienced sharpeners or those seeking a high-quality whetstone for edge refinement, the SHAPTON Kuromaku Sharpening Stone Green 2000 (Very Fine Grit) is a strong recommendation. Its effectiveness, brand reputation, and user-friendly features make it a valuable tool for achieving a polished and sharp knife edge. Disclaimer: This review is based on product specifications and general sharpening principles. Individual user experiences may vary.

I wasn't getting the results I wanted from my diamond stones directly to a strop. This was a nice in between, a polishing stone, it gave me the results I wanted, great hair wiggling sharpness. However, you do need to have a good formed apex, and removed the burr before coming to this stone. Even so if you mismatch the angle while on this stone you're just wasting time not getting a burr, and just getting frustrated even ruining the existing apex. The sound on the stone is great, it really helps it sounds like a soft Japanese sand stone but it cuts like diamond. So sometimes you need to go back to #1000 and back to this #2000 again, until you get good enough to form a burr and remove it. Once you do, the results speak for themselves. You'll also need one of those japanese rust sponges to clean it up, it gets filled up with gunk quite often, and it cuts well while dirty but if you're polishing a thinned knife you get better results with constant cleaning and water, unlike low grit where the mud helps with the cutting. I find the price high but worth it, because I only tried cheap stuff before, clearly not as expensive as the 70-170 stones but still 50-60 isn't 35.