This stone removes steel very quickly It is an essential stone in my setup. I use it for repairing broken tips, fixing chips in the blade, and rescuing very dull knives.
CARE FOR YOUR WHETSTONE:
-Soak this stone for 20 minutes before use.
-Keep stone flat with truing stone or Atoma Plate
-Dry at room temperature.
-Store in a cool area away from any heat source.