{"product_id":"sharpening-stone-1000-6000-grit-controlled-edge-refinement","title":"Sharpening Stone — 1000\/6000 Grit | Controlled Edge Refinement","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eSharpening Stone — 1000\/6000 Grit | Controlled Edge Refinement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003eThis double-sided sharpening stone is designed for controlled knife maintenance, combining edge formation and refinement in a single tool. It supports regular sharpening routines by restoring edge geometry and refining cutting performance without aggressive material removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eWithin the FireForge system, it serves as a disciplined maintenance solution for stainless steel, carbon steel, and Damascus kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003eEngineering and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eThe stone is manufactured using white corundum (aluminium oxide) abrasive particles bonded in a resin matrix. This construction provides consistent cutting behaviour and predictable wear across both grit levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2841\"\u003eThe #1000 surface is intended for edge correction and bevel formation, while the #6000 surface supports refinement and light polishing. The porous structure retains water effectively, reducing friction during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eManufacturing Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003eAbrasive grains are sintered and bonded through controlled industrial processes to ensure uniform density and stable grit behaviour. The stone is finished to maintain flat, parallel faces suitable for repeatable sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3218\"\u003eFinal assembly includes a non-slip rubber base and a bamboo support to improve stability and working height during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3242\"\u003eFunctional Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3441\"\u003eThis sharpening stone is intended for routine knife maintenance in home and professional kitchens. The #1000 side is used to establish or restore an edge, followed by the #6000 side for refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3571\"\u003eIt is not intended as a high-speed material removal tool, nor as a substitute for specialist stones above fine polishing ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-sided sharpening stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#1000 \/ #6000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbrasive Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium oxide (white corundum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180 × 60 × 30 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 638 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-slip rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBamboo stand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife sharpening and edge refinement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConforms to applicable European safety requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLFGB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for food-contact environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSGS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndependently tested for product safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Fire Forge \u0026 Knives","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":52946286838089,"sku":"\u003cnone\u003e","price":89.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2980\/0777\/files\/Max_1200_X_1200_-_2025-11-05T224520.117.jpg?v=1762393581","url":"https:\/\/fireforgeknives.com\/products\/sharpening-stone-1000-6000-grit-controlled-edge-refinement","provider":"FireForge Knives ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}