Prepare, sharpen and care for both faces
Prepare each side with water according to the supplied instructions and secure the stone before use. Inspect the edge first: the 220-grit face is for coarse work, while the 1000-grit face is the medium sharpening stage. Follow the knife maker’s bevel and angle guidance.
Rinse the block after sharpening and let it dry in shade. Check both faces for uneven wear and flatten any hollows with suitable water-resistant abrasive paper or a stone-flattening tool. Add a separate fine stone when your routine calls for a finishing stage.
