Hitohira Natsuya White Natural Stone (#1)

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The White Natsuya is a natural Japanese stone from Natsuya. Its pale gray to white surface features inclusions, mineral lines, and variations unique to this specimen. The sawn edges and slightly irregular contours reflect its construction from a block of natural stone. Dimensions, profile, and color may vary from piece to piece. 

This stone is intended for sharpening. It can be used as an intermediate step in a sharpening process to smooth out marks left by a more abrasive stone or to prepare the surface for finer polishing. Its performance depends largely on the type of steel, the pressure applied, and the amount of water used.

The sharpening experience with a natural stone is less consistent than with a synthetic stone. The tactile feedback, the formation of abrasive slurry, and the resulting finish may change as you work. This variability allows you to adjust the pressure but requires closer observation. The stone is not intended for quickly restoring a significant chip or a severely damaged blade.

No pre-soaking is required. Simply moisten the surface before and during use, then rinse the stone and let it dry slowly in the open air. Avoid complete submersion, direct heat, and freezing. The surface can be periodically flattened with a suitable plate to maintain consistent contact with the bevel.

206 mm Long x 60 mm Wide x 77 m High

By Hitohira

Hitohira Natsuya White Natural Stone (#1)

Size

1mm

Weight

4000 g

Saya

Not Included

$460.00

Description

206 mm Long x 60 mm Wide x 77 m High

Care instructions

Have professionally sharpened on a water stone every year. Store in a dry place. Wash immediately after use and dry completely before storing. Do not soak. Not dishwasher safe.

Product Remarks

Please note that each handle is unique and may exhibit distinct variations, such as differences in the hue or color of the buffalo horn, which is part of its authentic, handcrafted character.

Warranty

Each knife is covered by a lifetime guarantee against obvious manufacturing defects. For example, if the handle comes loose or cracks after a few weeks of proper use, or if the blade develops a crack along the edge or blade spine. These issues are rare, but they can occur. In such cases, we will offer you an exchange for the same product or a refund. As every case is different, it is at our discretion to assess whether our lifetime guarantee against obvious manufacturing defects applies.

After-Sales Service

Is your knife not cutting as well as you expected? Each knife comes with what we call its "original sharpening". We have over 200 different products in stock, often several of each. All our products are handcrafted in Japan before being shipped, and the "original sharpening" may vary. If you think your knife is not cutting to its full potential, do not hesitate to contact us and we will sort it out for you by sharpening the knife free of charge!

Oops, did an accident happen with your blade?

Did your knife fall on the floor, get damaged during a slip, or was it used to cut something too hard? We’ll take care of it and support both you and your knife by offering you an in-store sharpening and repair service!

Do not hesitate to contact us or stop by the store to get an estimate in just a few minutes!

Shipping and Returns

What are your shipping rates? 
Canada: $15 (free for orders over $150) United States: $20 Rest of the world: $50 

What are the delivery times? 
We do our best to process your order within 72 business hours (weekends excluded) in order to ship your package as quickly as possible. Delivery times vary depending on the carrier. If you need faster delivery, please contact us at 514-503-1185. 

Is there a refund policy? 
No refunds are accepted. The only exception concerns defective items (although our team checks every order with the utmost care). If you receive an item that appears to be defective, please let us know as soon as possible after receipt. In the event of damage caused by the carrier, please keep all items and original packaging for a possible inspection by the carrier. Items returned to Stay Sharp are at the buyer's expense. Items must be properly packaged to prevent any damage and must be fully insured. Please also provide us with the tracking number so that we can track the status of the shipment. Funds will not be refunded until we have received the items and confirmed that their condition is satisfactory. The refunded amount will correspond to the amount paid, less shipping and handling fees, online sales fees and any other costs incurred.