Naniwa Traditional Japanese Sharpening Stone, 6000 grit - T-360 Moritaka Knives it's a natural material with

it's a natural material with variations from dark to light (blonde)

It makes a great starting point for everyday sharpening

An even BIGGER and HEAVIER heavy-duty meat cleaver

It uses an excellent stainless  steel so the blade is hard for superb edge retention and sharpness

Naniwa Traditional Japanese Sharpening Stone, 6000 grit - T-360 Moritaka Knives it's a natural material withNaniwa Traditional Fine 6000 Grit Japanese Sharpening Stone, NO Stand, 21cm x 7cm surface, 2cm thick. This very fine stone is a good choice for final finishing polishing of knives. These "Traditional" series stones are high quality and affordable! They require a good soak (20 minutes will do) prior to use, but please do NOT store them in water. They cut quickly and have a nice feel they are neither worse or better than other series, only different