Whetgrip
Norton Whetstone
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India Stones
India aluminum oxide stones are favored for imparting durable, smooth-cutting edges. The abrasive grain is very friable, so the edges continue to retain sharp cutting edges with use. In addition, this friability means that India stones remove slightly less metal during the sharpening process, extending the life of your knives and tools.
Crystolon Stones - coming soon
The silicon carbide grade used in Crystolon stones is more durable than aluminum oxide, making the Crystolon silicon carbide stones more aggressive. In removing more metal with each sharpening pass, you can speed up the sharpening process, which is preferred when the speed of sharpening is more important than the fineness of the cutting edge.
Because sharpening is frequently a progression, first repairing an edge with a coarse grit stone and then perfecting the edge with a fine grit stone, many people choose to buy a combination stone, which utilizes a coarse grit on one side and a fine grit on the other side. It is also common practice to use a Crystolon stone for initial coarse grit sharpening before moving on to an India stone and then finishing with an Arkansas stone, a natural benchstone.
Arkansas Stones - coming soon
Natural stones have been used for hundreds of years. The most popular natural stones available today are made from Ozark novaculite (silicone quartz), which is quarried in Arkansas and cut to shape to make what are commonly known as Arkansas stones. These sharpening stones are very hard and dense and will not cut as fast or as aggressively as man-made or diamond stones. Due to their unique composition, Arkansas stones polish as they sharpen, imparting an extremely fine, smooth edge. Because of this, they are typically used as the final sharpening step after an India or Crystolon stone is used or to maintain an already sharpened edge.
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FAQ
What is Whetgrip® and who’s it for?
It was made for slaughtermen—where speed and a sharp edge aren’t optional. But it’s trusted by butchers, chefs, hunters, fishermen, and anyone who sharpens blades regularly.
What size stones does it fit?
Whetgrip® currently fits:
- Sharpening stones 210mm x 55mm.
- The Whetgrip 50 comes with its own stone which is 50mm x 25mm
Is it food-safe and steriliser-safe?
Is it food-safe?
Yes. Whetgrip® is made from FDA-certified, food-safe silicone, making it suitable for use in food prep environments, butchery blocks, and commercial kitchens.
Can it be sterilised?
Absolutely. Whetgrip® withstands temperatures from -60°C to +230°C, so it can be dipped in sterilisers or cleaned down without losing its shape or function.