How To Pick The Best Stone Grit

How To Pick The Best stone Grit. Basic Guide to Sharpening whetstones
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0:00 understanding whetstone grit ratings
0:13 whetstone categories
0:26 coarse Japanese whetstones
1:12 what are sharpening whetstones
2:10 what are Japanese Polishing whetstones
3:00 best whetstone for the sharpest knife?
3:30 how to build a whetstone collection?
4:04 what is the most important sharpening whetstone
4:40 avoid Chinese made sharpening stones
5:15 most trusted Japanese whetstone makers
5:30 Japanese whetstone grit summary
5:58 avoid ultra polishing high grit whetstones
6:04 best knife sharpening advice
6:20 why is burrfection hated

[@Burrfection]

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[@ScientificRanking]

Have you seen the reports on Amazon of King sharpeners emitting high levels of radiation?

[@DamianAlex]

Just wanted to call out the really high quality of this video: no hidden advertising, clear structure, summary at the end (and written down!) insights and analogies to well known concepts like the bell curve, personal opinion clearly stated, negative aspects of some brands without negative advertising and with a remark to not generalize. And honestly, the last 2 points I made above point as well to a really high-quality person too. Well done! Maybe the only improvement I'd suggest, because I believe in people being good, is to put that summary from min 5:40 in the description -- those who don't want to watch your video would skip to the end regardless, those who do, would still watch it. (Just got into hand sharpening last week because of you!)

[@TheThirdThrice]

Same here about 2 minutes in, and I'm like damn this is a good video.

[@mrwentland1]

SaWheat!

[@KewlQT]

Yes!!!! I'm hooked.

[@ralphfurley123]

I’ve just started watching this channel and I’m so thankful that I found this channel!!! The information provided is so helpful, that I’ve subscribed!!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and taking the time to share your techniques!!! It is very much appreciated!!! ☮️🖖🏽

[@joraver]

This is amazing. I was looking to expand to fixing knives and this really helps. You are really good at this, humble, smart and enthousiastic. I love it

[@joemorales3498]

Ty for this video. I have been in professional kitchens for about 17 years and I have learned quite a bit from you. Thanks again.

[@juanmeneses2247]

i watched lots of your videos, but for some reason i didn't found this one until now, this is by far the most clear explanation about grit, thank u so much!

[@LexLuthor1234]

Thank you for an honest and clear video about your pov on this issue. I especially appreciate your closing comments as well. Kind regards from Denmark/Italy and please do keep up the good work. C

[@briancarpenter1051]

Great videos. I've learned alot over the past couple months exclusively from your videos, and am finally able to get razor sharp edges on any blade. Thanks Riky

[@stevenm.2560]

This was an amazing video !! I was spiralling out of control with to many decisions and stone options. Gonna get to myself to basics, learn, then collect stones.

[@noremac4807]

Excellent video!! I'm so relieved that I bought the right grit, and now understand what the levels do. Hoping you have a video on the sharpening technique

[@clover8183]

Just bought the Chosera 800 and 3000 as my first stones after some research and you saying that's what you use. New to your channel as i just started thinking about sharpening my knives recently and getting some info. Thank you so much for all the knowledge you pass along.

[@mruffinit]

Thank you! This really helped clear things up for me. I have been spending why to much time with those 6000+ stones thinking I am sharping!

[@ansdguy1]

Thanks for this great video. I've been trying to get an explanation for stone grits for some time now. While a truly comprehensive explanation is difficult to give, you made this stuff clearer than mud, finally! Lol.

[@MrBowser2012]

My favorite people on youtube are you for knives and sharpening, and Paul Harrell for guns and ammo. No nonsense, honest, modest, and very informative. Thanks.

[@jimhovencamp4487]

Thanks for that; cleared up some questions I had about my collection and found I'm right on target!

[@INeedMySpaceTech]

I just bought a Mercer M22608 & a King 1000. You're an inspiration! I can't wait to get sharpening and chopping!

[@scottyhardway7557]

I am new to the knife world. Just learning about blade sharpening. This video was very helpful. Thank you.

[@rayvickers3934]

Just found this channel literally yesterday...I like this guy! Just spitting out honest tested knowledge. Keep it up! BTW...that was a spectacular summary of grits and uses!

[@joebenson528]

"literally"

[@markedwards636]

Awesome video Ryky, thank you! I was just thinking about this topic the other day. Definitely helped me with figuring out what stone I should add to my collection.

[@pedromiguel3227]

This guy is humble and smart. Very informative.

[@TheRobotjellybean]

thank you so much buying my first whetstone, always used my dads or granddads so i didnt know what to look for.

[@tuono1500]

Thanks for the vid - cleared up a question/ misconception without me going and buying extra stone to figure it out for myself!! Cheap 140 and decent 3000 is what I need to add.😁

[@KewlQT]

So happy I found your videos. I am about to order my first whetstone so I am eager for more info. My only knife sharpening has been using the little Sure Sharp tool I bought at Canadian Tire. Great for scissors and low grade utility knives. But I really need good sharp kitchen knives. Nothing is more dangerous than chopping veggies or meats with a dull knife. I have suffered a injury requiring stitches more than once from my knives. I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[@digitallk9316]

This was really helpful since I'm in highschool culinary and we're starting on sharpening skills so thxxxx❤️❤️❤️

[@LowenKM]

Great guides, and love how you 'de-mystify' the whole thang... thx!

[@alpha_tango]

FINALLY someone that provides true knowledge! THANKS SU MUCH.. I understand everything now. =))) have a great day, man!

[@Burrfection]

thank you . just keeping it real

[@bigduck8607]

Way to go ryky. Precise and concise video. Explained it perfectly👍🏻 much better than the lengthy version of your videos.

[@stevenknight8237]

Well done. Honest forthright common sense advice for the person who wants the information on GRITS!

[@jplamb77]

Ryky,,,, You are my Sharpening Stone Expert,,,!!!!! Ip man of Sharpening Stones,,!!!! I say that based on Your Character, Your ability to teach with humility. Also, Your passion(for knives, sharpening stones and everything associated) and Your boldness to share Your Faith. Soooo Yes,, your the Expert I learn from,,,,!!!! Joshua

[@manmitrao230]

That bell shaped curve analogy was really useful!

[@frankserra6709]

Found your site and even though I have a wicked edge knife sharpening system, that I bought from Oldawan. I always wanted to learn sharpening knives on ceramic stones. Saw numerous of your videos, and got hooked. Just bought to start a Naniwa Gouken Kagayaki #400/#1000, 210x70x10 mm set for $60, and another same type/size of Naniwa set #3000/#5000 for $81. Thought they were a great buy. Now waiting for it to arrive to learn from you the right techniques and not screw up the stones. Thank you for the education 😊.

[@masfishing1]

EXCELLENT informative video! ABC = Accurate, brevity, and clarity Thank you!

[@diljitjedi]

Now I'm into purchasing a Whetstone but didn't have a clue and I've watched so many videos and explanations on whetstones and the goddamn grit levels of these stones what a mind field until I came upon your video and it has explained it to such a level that I have now purchased my whetstones thank you for explaining it to one very confused person from the UK now you are going to be my goal get to Guy on KZbin for sharpening thanks buddy

[@davidlacroix8079]

Your channel is the answer I've been looking for when it comes to knife sharpening. This one video alone has helped significantly. Rather than buying a bunch of different sharpeners or even a "last knife sharpener, you'll ever need" I'll be checking out your top picks, and buying some whetstones within my budget, that will suit my needs(primarily hunting/pocket/filet/survival knives. But I will practice my technique and apply it to my kitchen cutlery as well. Thank you very much, I was very impressed with the detail of your videos. Especially they 1H 2M video one whetstones.

[@davidlacroix8079]

On* not one.

[@raffieb762]

Hey ryky, I have mastered the art of sharpening knives watching your videos, but I still go back to these videos for more tips I might have missed, just wanted to say thank you sir!

[@Burrfection]

That is awesome!

[@lanceporter3651]

What a great video. Super informative and you have a great on screen persona, I subscribed

[@Burrfection]

Welcome!

[@gregoryburris6374]

I learn so much bette! Love it! Thank you! Gregg

[@PT.mr2it]

Thanks for the clear explanation and demistifing the ranges.

[@beachbum4691]

Brilliant and truly insightful - not confusing at all :) Thanks

[@the_tom]

Hi Ryky. Soon you going to hit 100k subscribers. You growing fast. I remember when I join you had only few thousands. Good luck. Thx for all the videos.

[@petecreates5084]

Thanks for the overview. I feel okay with my decision to start with a 1000 and 6000 whetstone from kings, and if needed clean up any really rough edges with the belt grinder

[@TumaTime]

Thanks just got a 1k and 6k kit I really enjoy using them definitely a skill and therapeutic going to but a few more

[@niqvuk]

best video on sharpening out there... a clear to understand overview of all the grits.. why was this so hard to come by!@!@#!@#

[@mrkodee8567]

BIG - BIG- BIG help with this video! You definitely cleared-up a confusing issue. The only other issue that may be confusing to most "hand sharpeners'' is sharpening angles for different knife types ( i.e. kitchen knies to surival knives). Love your videos . Thank you.

[@diljitjedi]

Me and you both without this video I was lost

[@tanaikboon3188]

Hey great information there Ricky! 👍

This is such an amazing, informative video. Thank you.

[@Toast3dAlmond]

Love how informative you are. Thank you.

[@willieboy3011]

Honestly, one of the best explanations on grit performance. This is why I continue to watch Burrfection videos.

[@Burrfection]

just doing my best. hope it helped

[@sebon11]

@@Burrfection it did man thx

[@Gollammeister]

Nicely explained I'm thinking of looking into the right sharpening stone for sharpening my santoku knife

[@SebVEVO]

Nice explanation, very useful.

[@rudychavira5558]

Your videos are the best, got the cerex 1000, and tikal 5000 by recommendation

[@danwerkman]

Great video. Thank you for explaining that so eloquently. I now have a far better understanding of wet stones. Just wish there was a standard .. Look forward to your next videos

[@b-radg916]

At the end of 2018, Ryky did a Best Of series, on both stones and knives. While others are creeping in, I think Ryky would still say it would be hard to go wrong with the Chosera (or Naniwa Professional) 800 and 3000. There are a few newer stones by Suehiro that are intriguing, but I'll always be happy with my Naniwa Professionals!

[@jbirdyhome-4050]

Excellent advice! It's also good to use a good dose of common sense and knowing what you don't know! Also important to remember what type of knife you are sharpening its original angle and most important knowing what your knife is made of. One knife seller advised to never use those high speed electric sharpeners on its knives because they will be absolutely ruined! I now only use those quickie pull-through or electric sharpener on my cheap knives. All the "good" knives are carefully and thoughtfully sharpened on whetstones. Mirror polishing isn't important to me, but sharpness is! Great advice!

[@CalaisRider]

Great overview, techniques and advice. Thanks for posting.😁

[@Burrfection]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@fabiolorem1910]

this video is exactly what I was looking for Thank You!!

[@Burrfection]

Right on

[@sebon11]

Thank you very much, it's very helpful, seriously. Thanks and best wishes

[@angelsjoker8190]

Team "Bottom of a coffee cup" here :)

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team ampas wkwk

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Team toilet lid

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team "plastic one use only cup"here :)

[@AlanDampog]

well done summary, thank you!

[@tube4waldek]

Amazing advice.Thank you!

[@josephnardone1250]

Excellent video! Very helpful.

[@IdaKicker]

Hey thanks for the video this is part of what I needed! I've been a chef for 16 years and I love sharpening my knives but all I've ever used as an oil triple Stone and I'm trying to figure out how to upgrade into water stones. Is there any way you could do a video on the different types of stone like glass or ceramic or metal or diamond? I don't really understand all the difference is there when it comes to water stones.

[@daryooshfatemi]

You have the very best understanding about sharpening and whetstones. Better than many big names out there. This is my final judgement as an expert amateur knife/sharpening enthusiast.

[@Burrfection]

Just doing my best

[@daryooshfatemi]

Burrfection u r da best

[@gashosimon2678]

Thank you. A much needed video.

[@rubybriard6371]

Thx, one of your best videos

[@bollack]

wonderful education! thanks

[@mauntaxthelegend3188]

Thanks for clear information !

[@steveogle8942]

I like how you breakdown the sharpening stone continuum. The ranges are easy to understand and apply to my sharpening sessions. My question is about the 5 digit polishing stone range. Unless you are trying splitting atoms :-) is there any point (other than to make it shiny or impress your friends) to super polishing a knife? Love your content and keep up the good work.

[@guillermoanic]

Hey Riky, thanks for the videos, keep them coming! Quick question: I recently got into knives and sharpening, bought an Enso HD knife and and Shun Classic Santoku along with a King Deluxe 1000 stone, which I use for sharpening and then I strop on leather + green compound. Would you recommend a polishing stone? Or will the 1000-grit stone + stropping be enough to get maximum sharpness?

[@thomasmitchell1381]

Thank you for this informative video.

[@phillipimsdahl3563]

Very informative thank you just what I needed to hear.

[@Burrfection]

You are so welcome

[@Leahj1000]

Thanks, informative and clear.

[@sonkekoster3105]

Great overview - thank you.

[@ronpoman]

Great video! Knife whetstones demystified.

[@russbilzing5348]

Another issue that you might look into is the binder that holds the grains of abrasive together to form the stone. Each binder is different than the others and all have different properties, much as a soft Washita differs from a hard Arkansas stone. They are best at different jobs. A look into electrically driven grinder wheels will fill in more of the subject for you. A look into how diamonds are sized for the processes requiring different grits may prove amusing. This was a fine, cogent presentation. Keep it up.

[@chiisai_warrior]

Me gusta la forma en la que hablas de las piedras, gracias por tus videos 👌. Saludos desde el norte de México. 👍🙂

[@reybarrera9345]

I personally use a diamond rod in part of a lower grit stone. It also gives a quick edge if you don’t have time to sharpen on a stone although it takes a lot of material off your knife

[@odysseasgalis]

Great video, as always! Thanks

[@frankhall705]

Great info. Thanks!

[@DavidWard14]

Thanks so much to your videos. Very well done and presented. Thanks. My only question is the brand names listed at 5:15...I can't catch them enough to spell them to search for them (before King). Can they be listed in the description please?

[@AdventuresofCarlienne]

so I had to rewatch this video as I'm starting to build out my stone collection. When I bought a few knives in Japan I also bought Naniwa pro #800 and #3000 at tower knives in Osaka. I also just bought a king #300 since some of my old knives I used in my cooking school days/early career have some tiny nicks that I would like to practice repairing and sharpening. So, recently saw Sakai Jikko post some nice looking ceramic stones and was wondering what to get to round out the collection. They've got 240,400,1000,3000,6000,10000,13000. With the king 300 and the Naniwa 800 I feel like that wouldn't take the 240 and 400 and instead go with the 1000,6000 and 13000 stones from Jikko. I would appreciate some advice on that also I'm not super tied down to Jikko as well and have been looking at other options from your channel since your the man. Thanks to you and any others for the input!

[@edsilk1]

Whatever you decide to do, make sure it makes you HAPPY!

[@fyrha513]

I'm studying slaughtering swine courses. Thanks for your video. I understand now why they required 400/1000 grit sharpening stone. 🌷

[@RichardDiSmoke]

@3:35 Naniwa "there he goes again, he said chosera 800 and 3000. Let's make him a personal set"

[@kaiser3232]

Nice info bro , Big ups 🤟😎

[@danielandreasen2293]

You are becoming an authority though :) Great video once again.

[@jacusmans1848]

Thanks for the info. What would you recommend is the lowest grit to be at before using a strop and what strop is better? Ridged or flexible belt?

[@stevekitella4781]

My choices are 240/800, 2000/4000 1000/6000 and 5000/10000 stones. The last and first on order at the moment. At present I have the middle two stones, but very dull knives needed a lower grit than the 1000, so I ordered the 240/800. My favorite for a semi sharp knife is the 1000/6000 then leather stroping and finally a ceramic rod. I can attain razor sharp blades with these alone, but decided I wanted to polish the edges to a nicer finish, hence I ordered the 5/ 10000 stone. Using the stones in the natural progression of grits will give you a super sharp edge, when I have the time I'll run thru them. Love your videos, I'll never own the knives or stones you possess tho!

[@aleksandarjovanoski462]

Excellent highly interesting and educational video honestly from first hand.Ty Ricky Grittings from Macedonia

[@kwstaslungu1522]

You mean skopia?

[@toadamine]

I have a (have a lot more but these are what I use regularly) -120/240g 8" $10 Amazon stone -325g 6" DMT diamond composite stone -400g 4" EZ lap diamond rod sharpener -800g Chosera

[@kina7128]

Good video done with great integrity.

[@julzjay2549]

Love all your videos man... btw my cousin just send me a 8" nourish vg10 chef knife. Have you ever heard of that brand? Is it a good chef knife? Thanks

[@CC-wolverine]

Probably the video I've seen about waterstones and advise on grit settings. I have a question for you rikki between the chosera, shapton pro or shapton glass for sharping and daily touch ups what do you recommend. I know your daily driver is the chosera stones but was curious what you thoughts were about them vs the shapton stones in a fixer, sharping and polishing grit stone? You video helped to answer a couple questions for me but was wondering what your thoughts were on both brands.

[@kane77a29]

Hi Ricky love your videos mate.! I have a quick question for you, I have just recently purchased a Kasumi double sided splash and go in #1500 and 4000. I would like to know your thoughts and if you have ever used one? Thanks mate..!

[@olbaid84]

Regarding grit ratings, it varies depending on brand/country standards. Japanese (JIS), US (CAMI), and Europe (FEPA) grits all have different levels of microns abrasive surfaces. Norton has a comparison chart that shows approximate equivalents. Unrelated Q: Have you used Belgian Blue whetstones? They tend to be popular with straight razor crowd, similar to Arkansas stones, and seem to be used like natural Japanese waterstones

[@deniskalugin7984]

Hey, Ricky! Thanks for video! Looks like you love suehiro stones (as well as in previous videos). Yes, they are the best! Do you still need to empty your storage from knives and stones? )

[@deondeanadams2447]

Hi Ricky another informative video my water stone choices are generally based on your reccomnedations . I do have a question on the Suehiro debate 1000 k water stone given its size is it a better stone than the chocera 800 stone or is the chocera still your favourite water stone . Regards Dean from oz

[@seanluce4033]

I recently decided to buy a Miyabi Fusion 8" chef knife based on all of your review, I love the knife however I now realize that my cheap sharpening stones probably aren't hard enough to properly sharpen the new high quality steel. My Question for you is; do you think that Shapton Kuromaku sharpening stones are hard enough to last long and properly sharpen my new Fusion? I'm thinking about starting with the 1000 and 5000 grit stones. Thank you for the content, honest opinions and advice.

[@yvoroyer3017]

Thanks for the info, Niniwa 800 Naniwa 3000 Morihei 6000 Morihei 12000 I purchased these stones after seeing several KZbin videos and thanks to your fantastic explanation I didn't do it wrong. What do you think of the Morihei stones Ricky ???

[@billmccaffrey1977]

A point on polishing after sharpening. As a wood worker using many hand tools, I seem to spend a good part of my life sharpening & polishing blades. I have found that sharp blades that are polished will maintain a hone-able edge much longer than a blade that is just sharpened. I have not tested this on cutlery blades, but my guess is that this would also hold true.

[@feartheiceman]

love the ending of this video.

[@Burrfection]

just keeping it real