Smiths 8" Dual Grit Combination Sharpening Stone

Sharpening stones are still the most direct way to put an edge on a knife, and this Smiths stone measures 8 inches. It carries two grits, which is what the combination designation means.

Work the coarser grit first when an edge is rounded over or chipped, then move to the finer grit to clean up the burr and bring the bite back. Hold a consistent angle through the stroke and let the abrasive do the work rather than leaning on it. Which specific grits Smiths pairs on this stone, the abrasive material, and whether it is used dry or with a lubricant are not stated in the distributor listing.