{"product_id":"suehiro-coarse-carbon-whetstone-for-sickles-120-grit-521-c","title":"Suehiro Coarse Carbon Whetstone For Sickles 120 Grit 521-C","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Suehiro Sickle Whetstone comes in a coarse 120 grit so that you can easily repair dull, damaged and chipped blades before a further sharpening. This whetstone is designed to meet the demanding needs of those who rely on sharp and efficient sickles for their gardening or harvesting tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whetstone is made from top-tier materials to ensure durability and longevity. Suehiro's artificial whetstones are more durable than natural whetstones, and provide an even finish. The #120 grit surface is free from impurities and specially tailored for sickles, providing an ideal level of abrasiveness to restore their sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whetstone has garnered favorable reviews in Japan since its release, earning the trust of professionals and hobbyists alike. Its consistent and reliable performance has made it a go-to choice for those who demand the best when it comes to keeping their sickles in peak condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak your whetstone for a few minutes, to ensure it is saturated with water. Suehiro whetstones typically need to soak for less time than other brands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace your sickle on a hard and secure surface, with the sharpened side of the blade facing up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirmly holding your whetstone, run it along the length of the blade, while making a back-and-forth pushing motion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat until a burr forms on the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlip the sickle over, and briefly run the whetstone along the blade until the burr is removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat the process with a medium grit whetstone (1000-2000) for sharpening, and a very fine grit stone (4000+) for finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrit: #120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 125 x 50 x 25mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: Approx. 350g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suehiro Toishi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50708059259170,"sku":"SHRO-WHSBLU-521C","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0846\/1143\/2738\/files\/Suehiro-Coarse-Carbon-Whetstone-For-Sickles-120-Grit-521-C-1-2026-02-24T09_11_34.670Z.jpg?v=1771924324","url":"https:\/\/japanesetaste.biz\/products\/suehiro-coarse-carbon-whetstone-for-sickles-120-grit-521-c","provider":"Japanese Taste Business","version":"1.0","type":"link"}