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1000/5000 Premium Whetstone Set
A two-grit whetstone set for taking a dull kitchen knife back to a working edge, then finishing it sharp. The 1000 grit sets and rebuilds the edge, then the 5000 grit refines and polishes it. Everything you need to sharpen your knives at home, in one box.
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1000 + 5000
Two Grits
Sharpen + Polish
Full Edge Set
Whetstone
Water Stone
DESCRIPTION
Your knives aren't blunt because they're bad knives. They're blunt because sharpening them is annoying and most people put it off for months. This set makes it less annoying, and the 5000-grit finish means you won't be sharpening again any time soon.
Two Grits That Do Different Jobs
The 1000-grit side is where the real work happens. It pulls a proper biting edge out of a neglected blade and removes the small rolls you get from hitting a chopping board too hard. The 5000-grit side is the one most home cooks actually need but rarely have: coarse enough to cut quickly, fine enough to leave a polished edge that stays sharp through a week of meal prep. It won't give you the mirror finish of an 8000, but your salmon fillets and chicken thighs won't know the difference.
A Kit Worth Having
The stone drops into a non-slip base so it doesn't shift while you work. The angle guide clips onto the spine and keeps your bevel consistent, which matters more than technique for most home sharpeners. Soak the stone for five to ten minutes before you start. Work the 1000 side until you raise a burr, then switch to the 5000 for ten light strokes per side. Rinse between grits.
Specifications
- Grit: Dual-sided 1000 (sharpening) / 5000 (finishing)
- Material: White corundum (aluminium oxide)
- Use: Everyday kitchen knives that need a sharp working edge without mirror polish good for chef knives, santoku, and utility knives.
- Model: XZ-ZS-MDS1-5
READY TO GIFT
All our knives arrive in a beautiful, premium gift box that's ready to impress. (Whether it's for a very lucky cook, or just for you.)
THE NERDY BITS
Your knives aren't blunt because they're bad knives. They're blunt because sharpening them is annoying and most people put it off for months. This set makes it less annoying, and the 5000-grit finish means you won't be sharpening again any time soon.
Two Grits That Do Different Jobs
The 1000-grit side is where the real work happens. It pulls a proper biting edge out of a neglected blade and removes the small rolls you get from hitting a chopping board too hard. The 5000-grit side is the one most home cooks actually need but rarely have: coarse enough to cut quickly, fine enough to leave a polished edge that stays sharp through a week of meal prep. It won't give you the mirror finish of an 8000, but your salmon fillets and chicken thighs won't know the difference.
A Kit Worth Having
The stone drops into a non-slip base so it doesn't shift while you work. The angle guide clips onto the spine and keeps your bevel consistent, which matters more than technique for most home sharpeners. Soak the stone for five to ten minutes before you start. Work the 1000 side until you raise a burr, then switch to the 5000 for ten light strokes per side. Rinse between grits.
Specifications
- Grit: Dual-sided 1000 (sharpening) / 5000 (finishing)
- Material: White corundum (aluminium oxide)
- Use: Everyday kitchen knives that need a sharp working edge without mirror polish good for chef knives, santoku, and utility knives.
- Model: XZ-ZS-MDS1-5
PREMIUM WHETSTONE SET
Two Grits. One Sharp Edge.
A sharp knife is a safe knife, and a whetstone is how you keep it that way. This set pairs a 1000 grit stone for setting and rebuilding the edge with a 5000 grit stone for refining it to a clean, polished finish. Soak, sharpen, refine. The same routine professional kitchens have used for generations, brought to your benchtop.
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WHY THE SET
Sharpen And Finish, Not One Or The Other
A coarse stone gets a dull edge cutting again, but it leaves the edge rough. A fine stone polishes, but it cannot fix a tired blade on its own. The 1000 grit does the real sharpening; the 5000 grit removes the scratches the 1000 leaves behind, taking the edge from sharp to smooth. Buying both grits together means you can run the full progression from day one rather than topping up later with a mismatched stone.
IN THE SET
What You Get
The set covers two stages of the sharpening progression: a 1000 grit surface for setting and rebuilding the edge, and a 5000 grit surface for refining and polishing it. Packaged together in a carton box, the set weighs roughly 1.5 kg. As water stones, they want a soak before use, then a steady, even stroke across the face.
WHO IT'S FOR
A Practical Gift And A Practical Tool
For anyone who owns good knives and wants to keep them performing, this is the kit that earns its place on the bench. It makes a considered gift for a home cook moving past pull-through sharpeners, or a sensible pairing alongside a new knife. Boxed and ready to give, it is the difference between a knife that stays sharp and one that slowly goes dull.
The difference
Why this set
1000 Grit
- Sets and rebuilds the edge. The working stone you reach for when a knife has gone dull. Removes the wear and re-establishes a clean, sharp edge.
5000 Grit
- Refines and polishes. Used after the 1000 to remove its scratches and bring the edge to a fine, smooth finish for cleaner cuts.
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FAQs
What grits are in this set?
The set includes a 1000 grit stone for setting the edge and a 5000 grit stone for refining and polishing it.
What order do I use the stones in?
Start on the 1000 grit to set and rebuild the edge, then move to the 5000 grit to refine and polish it. Always work coarse to fine.
Do I need to soak the stones first?
Yes. These are water stones, so soak them before use and keep the surface wet while sharpening for the best result.
Is this set good for beginners?
It is a great way to start sharpening properly. The 1000 grit handles the real sharpening and the 5000 finishes the edge; just keep a steady angle and let the stone do the work.
What knives can I sharpen on it?
Any of your kitchen knives. The 1000 grit brings a dull blade back to sharp, and the 5000 grit polishes everyday and premium edges alike.
How heavy is the set?
The complete set weighs roughly 1.5 kg and ships in a carton box.
Does this set make a good gift?
Yes. Boxed and ready to give, it pairs naturally with a quality knife and suits any home cook who wants to keep their edges sharp.
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