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Commercial Grade Ultra Fine Sharpening Stone Engineered for Precision Mirror Edge Finishing
The Shapton GlassStone 8000 1 Micro Class Type WA 50203 is designed for professional edge finishing where exceptional sharpness and refined cutting performance are essential. Featuring Shapton's advanced ceramic abrasive technology, this ultra fine water stone delivers precise polishing, consistent material removal, and long lasting performance for chefs, sharpening professionals, and skilled craftsmen.
Technical Specifications & Engineering Data
| Specification Metric | Commercial Field Tested Data |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Brand | Shapton |
| Model / Series Line | GlassStone 8000 1 Micro Class Type WA 50203 |
| Material Composition | High Performance Ceramic Abrasive |
| Grit Rating | #8000 Ultra Fine |
| Abrasive Classification | 1 Micro Class Type WA |
| Stone Type | Professional Glass Backed Water Stone |
| Color | White |
| Exact Physical Dimensions | 8.27 × 2.76 × 0.39 Inches |
| Product Weight | 360 g |
| Recommended Lubrication | Water Only |
| Commercial Application | Ultra Fine Edge Refinement and Mirror Edge Polishing |
Core Operational Features
Ultra Fine Mirror Edge Finishing: The #8000 grit is engineered to polish already sharpened edges to an exceptionally refined finish, producing outstanding cutting performance and razor sharp precision for premium blades.
Advanced Ceramic Abrasive Technology: Manufactured using Shapton's dense ceramic abrasive formulation, the stone provides rapid polishing action with excellent consistency, allowing for highly repeatable sharpening results.
Precision Glass Backed Construction: The rigid glass backing enhances structural stability and helps maintain a consistently flat sharpening surface for superior edge geometry throughout extended use.
Long Lasting Abrasive Performance: The high density ceramic composition resists excessive wear while maintaining efficient polishing characteristics, reducing maintenance and extending the useful life of the stone.
Controlled Sharpening Experience: The ultra fine abrasive surface offers smooth blade movement and excellent tactile feedback, allowing users to achieve precise finishing results with confidence.
Professional Applications
Ideal for professional chefs, knife sharpening specialists, culinary schools, woodworkers, and serious enthusiasts, the GlassStone 8000 is designed for finishing chef's knives, Japanese cutlery, precision utility knives, woodworking tools, and other high performance cutting instruments that require an exceptionally refined edge.
Why Professionals Choose It
Professionals value the Shapton GlassStone series for its exceptional abrasive consistency, fast cutting performance, and outstanding durability. The #8000 grit is a preferred finishing stone for creating highly polished, razor sharp edges while preserving the precise geometry required for demanding culinary and workshop applications.
Care & Maintenance
Use clean water as the sharpening lubricant before and during sharpening. Rinse the stone thoroughly after each use and allow it to dry completely before storage. Periodically check the surface for flatness and resurface when necessary to maintain optimal sharpening accuracy. Store in a clean, dry environment to ensure long term performance and reliability.