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Skerper Arkansas sharpening stone: natural sharpening stones

The Skerper Arkansas natural sharpening stones come from the mountains of the American state carrying the same name. The stones are mined, cut to size and expertly flattened. There are various versions of these Arkansas stones, in five different grit sizes. From restoring to polishing the edge: with Skerper Arkansas natural stones you will have the right sharpening stone for each step in the sharpening process.

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Skerper Arkansas sharpening stone: features

Made of novaculite

Skerper Arkansas natural sharpening stones are made from novaculite. This mineral is mined in the Ouachita Mountains in Arkansas, the only place in the world where novaculite can be found. Thanks to the special cryptocrystalline structure, these stones delicately remove material. The stone will retain its shape and effective sharpening function for a long time, without you having to lap or level the stone. This feature is what makes the Arkansas stones unique!

Skerper Arkansas sharpening stone: grit size

Skerper Arkansas natural sharpening stones are available in several varieties, sizes and grit sizes. The grit size of Arkansas stones is measured based on the hardness of the stone. The harder the stone, the finer the grit size. In terms of grain size the Soft Arkansas stone can be compared to an American 400-600 grit synthetic sharpening stone. After that you have the Hard Arkansas (800-1000 grit), Hard Black Arkansas (2000-3000 grit) and Surgical Black Arkansas (4000-6000 grit). The Translucent Arkansas stones are the finest stones, comparable to 8000-10,000 grit synthetic sharpening stones.

How to use the Skerper Arkansas natural sharpening stones

Thanks to the various variants and grit sizes of the Skerper Arkansas natural sharpening stones, you always have the right stone for the job. From larger bench stones for kitchen knives to pocket sharpening stones for use on the go. There is also a sharpening stone for your axe or machete and there are special ‘honing sets’ with sharpening stones and oil. With Skerper Arkansas, you'll be ready for any sharpening job.