Summary of Sharpening Stones: A Complete Beginner's Guide

00:00:00 - 00:10:00

This video provides a complete guide to sharpening stones, including information on the different types of stones and how to use them. The author also discusses the importance of using water stones with Japanese tools, and recommends a particular set of stones and plate.

• 00:00:00 This video explains the different types of sharpening stones, how to use them, and the pros and cons of each. The main types of sharpening stones are sandpaper, oil stones, water stones, and diamond plates. Some people find that they need to flatten the stones between sharpenings, while others find that this is not necessary.
• 00:05:00 If you are just starting out with sharpening, a tried and true system is a good place to start. Sharpening stones like the Norton India combination stone can be found used for a low price. High-collection of natural stones can get out of hand but when they cost a dollar, they are a good buy. Water stones are not a favorite of mine, but they can get the job done.
• 00:10:00 The author provides a comprehensive guide to sharpening stones, including information on the different types of stones and how to use them. He also discusses the importance of using water stones with Japanese tools, and recommends a particular set of stones and plate. Finally, he offers advice on how to avoid becoming a sharpening novice.