Suehiro CERAX 8000 ceramic sharpening stone

The Suehiro Cerax 8000 is a fast and effective ceramic stone with a very high concentration of abrasive material – the highest grit in the Cerax line. With a grit of 8000, it is perfect for polishing, finishing, and removing the so-called wire edge. The Cerax 8000 also increases the contrast between hard and soft steel (Hagane and Jigane), giving a beautiful Kasumi finish. Suehiro stones from the Cerax series are currently some of the best sharpening stones on the market. Cerax are medium-hard stones. You should remember that they require a short, 5-10 minute soak before sharpening. Thanks to the high concentration of abrasive material, they are perfect for sharpening knives even from hard powdered steels, such as ZDP-189, R2, or HAP-40. The stone comes with a Nagura – a small, harder stone for cleaning – and a professional holder that stabilizes the entire set during sharpening. Suehiro is a renowned Japanese manufacturer of sharpening stones from the Niigata province in Japan. Suehiro has been producing stones for over 50 years, maintaining the highest quality. Suehiro sharpening stones are made from the best materials and are exceptionally durable – the properties of a stone will not change even after 20 years from purchase.