Rika 5000 Finishing Whetstone (Made in Japan)

The Rika 5000 Finishing Whetstone is a size 1 fine finishing stone with a #5000 grit, known for its smooth sharpening feel and excellent polishing capability. It has been popular for many years among professionals who demand exceptional finishing quality, but it’s also perfect for everyday users who want to experience the precision of Japanese sharpening.

This whetstone delivers a soft touch and produces a mirror-like finish on the blade, enhancing cutting performance. It comes with a Nagura stone for surface adjustment and a rubber-based whetstone stand for stability during sharpening.

Specifications

• Origin: Niigata, Japan

• Grit: #5000 (Fine finishing)

• Type: Water-absorbent soaking stone

• Material: Ceramic

• Dimensions: 206 × 73 × 23 mm

• Weight: 900 g

• Includes: Nagura stone for surface adjustment, whetstone stand with rubber base

How to Use
The Rika 5000 is a New Cerax-type soaking whetstone. Because of its high grit level, it is recommended to wet the surface with water rather than fully soaking it. The stone’s fine pores absorb water quickly, and prolonged soaking may cause cracking. Splash water on the surface until it no longer absorbs before sharpening.

Maintenance
If the performance decreases or the surface appears clogged with steel particles, clean the whetstone using a rust eraser, the included Nagura stone, a dressing stone, or a flattening plate. Always clean and level the surface completely to achieve the best sharpening results.