Boker Knifestyle | EN Edition 2018 / 2019

82 WHETSTONES
SHARPENING
Of course, modern technology is catching
up with the subject of sharpening, but
many of the “experts” on this subject are
traditionalists. And that usually means:
you use stones.
Such stones can be very different in
nature; they can be natural stones,
synthetically produced, or even hybrids.
Stones are generally not used dry.
Depending on the stone, you need water
(such as Japanese water stones, which
need to be watered, or the Belgian
Chunks, which only moisturizes the
surface), or oil, as in the centuries-proven
Arkansas stones. While the oil in the
oil stone only has the task of ensuring
the sliding on the stone and wash away
worn steel particles from the stone, the
water forms a grinding sludge, especially
in the Japanese water stones, which is
instrumental in sharpening.
Especially for very fine cutting, the
highest qualities of the Arkansas oil
stones have tremendous potential, but
here as well, it’s generally a matter of
personal preference.
There are different methods of sharpening
with the bench stone - some prefer a
circular motion or “8” trajectory with
the edge (i.e. with the spine of the blade
ahead), sharpening one side of the blade
until a burr emerges and then changing
sides. In particular, in the case of the fine
print, the respective mutual pull against
1
Belgian Whetstone Blue.
Item No. 09BB001
€ 74,95
1 BELGIAN WHETSTONE BLUE
Exclusive traditional whetstone from a small area in the Belgian
Ardennes. Proven for generations, and famous for the unique
material used, efficiency, and perfect results. The blue Belgian
whetstone features a content of garnet of 30% and sharpens
a little slower than the yellow whetstone (below). The thicker
natural layers allow larger whetstone sizes. Individual shaping
is possible. 5000 grit. Comes in an attractive wooden box.
Length 20 cm. Width 6 cm. Height 1,8 cm. Weight 655 g.
2
Belgian Whetstone Coticule.
Item No. 09BB002
€ 119,95
3
Magnum Whetstone 240/1000.
Item No.09TT852
€ 27,95
Item No. 09BB001 € 74,95
2 BELGIAN WHETSTONE COTICULE
Exclusive traditional whetstone from a small area in the
Belgian Ardennes. Proven for generations, and famous for
the unique material used, efficiency, and perfect results.
The traditional yellow whetstone is, in nature, only available
in thin layers and is thus mounted on a piece of slate. With
the high content of garnet (35%-43%), the whetstone works
effectively and provides excellent results. 8000 grit. Comes
in an attractive wooden box. Length 17,5 cm. Width 4 cm.
Height 2 cm. Weight 369 g.
Item No. 09BB002 € 119,95
3 MAGNUM WHETSTONE 240/1000
This combination whetstone features two grits, 240 and
1000, for sharpening/shaping and honing/finishing. The sturdy
rubber base ensures a secure footing while sharpening.
Length 18 cm. Width 6 cm. Height 3 cm. Weight 610 g.
Item No. 09TT852 € 27,95