Set up for the wider working face
Place the stone on stable support that accommodates its width, and leave clearance for the blade and both hands. Prepare it with water according to the supplied instructions and follow the knife maker’s sharpening guidance.
After sharpening, rinse the stone and let it dry in shade. Check for uneven wear across the working face and flatten hollows with suitable water-resistant abrasive paper or a stone-flattening tool before they affect blade contact.











