{"title":"All Products","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"cerax-1000-grit-whetstone","title":"Cerax 1000","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis Whetstone is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSoaking - Soak for at least 5 minutes before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFast Cutting - Great for hard, high alloy steels and softer steels alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVelvety Smooth - This stone has a pleasant tactile feel when sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eReasonably Priced \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the best stone for those who enjoy the experience and ritual of sharpening their knives. It has a very pleasant tactile feedback and when used with the included nagura, it creates a slurry which makes the stone extra buttery smooth! The final finish is relatively refined and exactly what you expect from a quality 1000 grit ceramic whetstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSoak the stone in water for 5 to 10 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eUsing the included nagura, work the top surface of the stone until a white slurry is formed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eIf the slurry feels too thick, add water a small amount at a time, taking care not to wash the slurry off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck each section and ensure a consistent burr has developed before switching sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDeburr your knife by using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck for any burr remaining and deburr section by section until you have a sharp edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharpened to 15 degrees per side or lower, it should cut paper just by \"pushing\", without the need for a \"slicing\" motion.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 99% of kitchen tasks this is sufficient!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt will also shave, but it wont be a comfortable shave. The edge will not be refined enough to cut a freestanding piece of paper. In order to acheive a sharper edge you may follow up the sharpening with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" title=\"Vegetable Tanned Leather Strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto remove these microchips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 205 x 73 x 29mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 937g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suehiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35996080537758,"sku":"CRX1000","price":66.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Cerax1000.png?v=1746166419"},{"product_id":"kitayama-8000-polishing-stone","title":"Kitayama 8000","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis Whetstone is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNon Soaking - Splash and Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHigh Mirror Polish - Officially this is 8000 grit, but many have pointed out it polishes like a 12000 grit stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMedium Wearing - This stone dishes somewhat, which is common for a polishing stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eButtery Smooth - This stone has an excellent tactile feel when polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kitayama produces a dense, velvety slurry that gives buttery smooth feeling when polishing your knives! This is quite unlike many high grit ceramic stones feel glass-like and provide almost no tactile feeling when polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The wooden base is non-removable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSplash the whetstone with water, do not soak it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAdd water if the stone starts to feel dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin polishing your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePolishing stones do not raise a burr that is easily felt, check progress by observing how polished the edge is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eComplete the polishing process using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour edge should achieve a high mirror polish that can easily cut a freestanding piece of paper. Shaving with this edge will be no problem either. \u003cstrong\u003eFor 100% of kitchen tasks this is sufficient!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto remove these microchips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 205 x 75 x 26mm (excl. base)\u003cbr\u003e\n- 254 x 80 x 53mm (incl. base)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 1kg approx. (Stone with Wooden Base)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Imanishi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36135349452958,"sku":"KTY8000","price":98.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/e75b7adb08ed14f49b65990e7f5f4e89.jpg?v=1754468485"},{"product_id":"arashiyama-1000-sharpening-stone","title":"Arashiyama 1000","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis Whetstone is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNon Soaking - Splash and Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFast Cutting - Great for hard, high alloy steels or softer steels alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHard Wearing - This stone dishes very slowly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eReasonably Priced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThis is currently our favourite 1000 grit whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e It cuts faster than some of our cheaper 400 grit whetstones and leaves a refined \"toothy\" edge that can handle any kitchen task. This stone is very hard and gives the feeling of using a natural whetstone when sharpening (as opposed to a synthetic one). In fact, this whetstone itself is a blend of a natural stone with a synthetic binder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a one step sharpening setup, this is the stone for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eWet the surface of the sharpening stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAllow water to saturate surface of the stone (1 min approx.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSplash stone with water whenever it feels dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck each section and ensure a consistent burr has developed before switching sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDeburr your knife by using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck for any burr remaining and deburr section by section until you have a sharp edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharpened to 15 degrees per side or lower, it should cut paper just by \"pushing\", without the need for a \"slicing\" motion. \u003cstrong\u003eFor 99% of kitchen tasks this is sufficient!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt will also shave, but it wont be a comfortable shave. The edge will not be refined enough to cut a freestanding piece of paper. In order to acheive a sharper edge you may follow up the sharpening with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" title=\"Vegetable Tanned Leather Strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto remove these microchips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 72 x 210 x 25mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 803g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Imanishi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36660841939102,"sku":"ARA1000","price":66.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Arashiyama1000_1a0a43ef-47d8-4bd1-8176-7993c8b8314b.png?v=1746169986"},{"product_id":"king-kds-1000-6000-sharpening-stone","title":"King KDS 1000\/6000","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis Whetstone is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSoaking - Soak for at least 8 minutes before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMedium Cutting - Slows down some with harder, high-alloy steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMedium Wearing - This stone dishes at a moderate rate, luckily the stone is quite wide and thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eLow priced - Usually a 6000 grit stone costs about as much as the KDS costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo many, this is the value for money champion. If you're looking a #1000 and #6000 whetstone to add into your lineup, this is probably the best choice out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the #1000 side may not be the highest quality, it does provide an excellent tactile feedback and is quite forgiving for inexperienced sharpeners who may not have a good grasp of getting the correct sharpening angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe #6000 side is pleasant to use and gives a bright, almost mirrored polish to the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSoak the stone in water for about 8 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSplash stone with water whenever it feels dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eStart with the 1000 grit side first (dark brown). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck each section and ensure a consistent burr has developed before switching sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDeburr your knife by using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck for any burr remaining and deburr section by section until you have a sharp edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat with the 6000 grit side (light yellow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter using the 6000 grit side, your edge will achieve an almost mirror-like polish, it will be quite shiny. The edge should easily push cut paper, if your sharpening angle is below 15 degrees, you may be able to cut a freestanding piece of paper in half. \u003cstrong\u003eThis edge is usable for 100% of kitchen tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto remove these microchips. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 207 x 66 x 36mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 957g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36333539295390,"sku":"KDS","price":62.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/5ea0b772ed3c0c55d2e6642334a58670.jpg?v=1754468473"},{"product_id":"atoma-120-400-1200-sharpening-stone","title":"Atoma 140, 400 \u0026 1200 (+ Handle)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis Whetstone\/ Sharpening Plate is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon Soaking - Splash and Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely Fast Cutting - Best for hard, high-alloy steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard Wearing - This diamond plate does not dish but loses its grit very slowly over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile - Can be used to both flatten stones and fix chips on your blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond sharpening plates usually wear out over time as the electroplated diamond particles are sloughed off with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diamond particles on the Atoma are arranged in a 3D grid pattern which almost gives the plate multiple layers of diamond particles, increasing its usable life. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThis sharpening plate seems to outlast the competition by 2 to 4 times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet the surface of the diamond plate, the plate will not absorb water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck each section and ensure a consistent burr has developed before switching sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeburr your knife by using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for any burr remaining and deburr section by section until you have a sharp edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e140 Grit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Atoma 140 is typically only used for repairing broken tips and major chips to the blade. You'll have to follow this up with a 400 grit stone before your blade can be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e400 Grit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically a 400 grit sharpening stone should be used to set a primary bevel for your blade before moving on to a 1000 grit stone. However, if you were to test the sharpness of the blade on a paper, you'll find the 400 grit edge can actually cut through paper quite well with a \"slicing\" motion. For rough kitchen work this is good enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may proceed to a \u003ca title=\"Vegetable Tanned Leather Strop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e immediately after a 400 grit sharpening to achieve a razorsharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1200 Grit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe edge will easily cut paper using a \"slicing\" motion, but will not \"push-cut\" paper.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis edge is usable for 95% of kitchen tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may proceed to a leather strop after sharpening to achieve a razorsharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Without Handle - \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 21 x 7.5 x 1.1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 551g approx.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: We attach the aluminum backing plate ourselves, this saves us approximately $10 in costs which we pass on to you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- With Handle - \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 21 x 7.5 x 5.1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 760g approx.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atoma","offers":[{"title":"Without Handle \/ 140 Grit","offer_id":37291115446430,"sku":"ATM140","price":105.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Without Handle \/ 400 Grit","offer_id":37291115479198,"sku":"ATM400","price":95.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Handle \/ 1200 Grit","offer_id":37291115511966,"sku":"ATM1200","price":95.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"With Handle \/ 140 Grit","offer_id":45752040652958,"sku":"ATM140-HANDLE","price":140.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"With Handle \/ 400 Grit","offer_id":45752040685726,"sku":"ATM400-HANDLE","price":130.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"With Handle \/ 1200 Grit","offer_id":45752040718494,"sku":"ATM1200-HANDLE","price":130.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Atoma400_32e321fd-edc1-4e9f-8f88-87008e7c1d88.png?v=1747626342"},{"product_id":"semiblack-400-1000-sharpening-stone","title":"Semiblack 400\/1000","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTHIS WHETSTONE IS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoaking - Soak for at least 5 minutes before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSlow Cutting - Handles low to medium alloy steels just fine, not suitable for harder steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium Wearing - This stone dishes fairly slowly with softer steel (slower than KW-65)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLow priced - Great for starting out!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis should be your very first whetstone when starting out! Its not too expensive, and can handle any steel up to VG10. The tactile feedback is good and you can easily find the correct sharpening angle (even when using it for the first time!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you sharpen weekly we recommend the #400 to #1000 progression to fix any micro chipping that occurs on the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you sharpen twice or more per week we recommend using the #1000 side only. Then once per month use the #400 side to fix any micro chipping that may occur on the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSoak the stone in water for about 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSplash stone with water whenever it feels dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eStart with the rougher 400 grit side first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck each section and ensure a consistent burr has developed before switching sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDeburr your knife by using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck for any burr remaining and deburr section by section until you have a sharp edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat with the 1000 grit side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe edge will easily cut paper using a \"slicing\" motion, but will not \"push-cut\" paper. \u003cstrong\u003eThis edge is usable for 95% of kitchen tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may proceed to a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" title=\"Vegetable Tanned Leather Strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e after sharpening to achieve a razorsharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 180 x 60 x 30mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 618g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36350939791518,"sku":"SB4001000","price":26.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Semiblack-400-1000-Sharpening-Stone_74eed121-2b75-4be2-87f4-26cc18043f81.jpg?v=1670223148"},{"product_id":"king-1000-6000-kw-65-sharpening-stone","title":"King 1000\/6000 (KW-65)","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTHIS WHETSTONE IS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoaking - Soak for at least 5 minutes before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium Cutting - Slows down some with harder, high-alloy steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium Wearing - This stone dishes quickly with harder, high-alloy steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLow priced - You get a great 6000 grit stone with a decent 1000 grit side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the smaller version of the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/semiblack-sg.myshopify.com\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/king-kds-1000-6001\" title=\"King KDS 1000\/6000\"\u003eKDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the 1000 grit side is fairly soft and thin, this stone will wear out quicker than most! This stone is suitable for folks who use their knives infrequently, but who may want a sharp knife to cook for a special occasion a few times a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSoak the stone in water for about 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSplash stone with water whenever it feels dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eStart with the 1000 grit side first (dark brown). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck each section and ensure a consistent burr has developed before switching sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDeburr your knife by using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCheck for any burr remaining and deburr section by section until you have a sharp edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat with the 6000 grit side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter using the 6000 grit side, your edge will achieve an almost mirror-like polish, it will be quite shiny. The edge should easily push cut paper, if your sharpening angle is below 15 degrees, you may be able to cut a freestanding piece of paper in half. \u003cstrong\u003eThis edge is usable for 100% of kitchen tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e to remove these microchips. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 185 x 63 x 25mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 596g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36351389532318,"sku":"KW65","price":38.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/b921618ab7beb2426fbc04ccf81ba440.jpg?v=1754468348"},{"product_id":"silicone-knife-block","title":"Silicone Magnetic Knife Block","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese knife blocks are 40cm in length and come with both screws and mounting tape. They can hold 5 to 6 knives comfortably. For installation, we recommend using the screws whenever possible, as they provide the most secure installation. However, we will also be providing you a strip of 3M VHB mounting tape if you would prefer to mount the knife block that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor installation by mounting tape, here are some things to take note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- On high-gloss surfaces like a glass backsplash, we recommend that you scuff up the glossy surface with sandpaper before installing. This will increase the surface area in contact between the tape and surface for better adhesion. (High-gloss = you can see your reflection in them).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- On painted surfaces, DO NOT use the mounting tape for installation as the tape will eventually rip the paint off the wall along with the knife block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Always clean surfaces with rubbing alcohol before applying the tape, this will ensure the best adhesion. Bonding time of 48 hours is recommended for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf unsure, please consult your preferred handyman or contractor for best installation practices. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnetic knife block is made from a soft-touch silicone material. It is very easy on knives and provides a soft landing when you knives snap onto the block. The colour matches well with knives of any color!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 40 x 5 x 1.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMounting Options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eWall Screws x 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e3M VHB Mounting Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36474611564702,"sku":"SILIT","price":22.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/SiliconeKnifeHolder.png?v=1745566956"},{"product_id":"sink-bridge-304-stainless-steel","title":"Sink Bridge 304 Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eAll steel parts are made with 304 stainless steel, not chrome-coated mild steel (which rusts easily). This product is highly resistant to rusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFits whetstones of any size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e50cm: Fits sinks with internal length less than 46cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e55cm: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFits sinks with internal length less than 51cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA sink bridge makes your sharpening experience that much easier and more enjoyable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"50cm","offer_id":36475627733150,"sku":"SINKBRGE50","price":38.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"55cm","offer_id":36475627798686,"sku":"SINKBRGE55","price":40.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/SinkBridge.png?v=1746173087"},{"product_id":"whetstone-rubber-mat","title":"Rubber Draining Mat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis rubber mat prevents spills or mess on your kitchen counter, whether you're making coffee or sharpening your knife. It can be used as a draining mat or a whetstone holder as it is grippy enough to hold your whetstone in place while sharpening. Do not overuse water on this mat, as it will be easy to spill over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge: 45 x 30 x 1cm (698g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium: 40 x 20 x 1cm (500g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall: 30 x 15 x 1cm (215g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Small (30 x 15 x 1cm)","offer_id":42578125553822,"sku":"RUBBERMAT3015S","price":10.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (40 x 20 x 1cm)","offer_id":42744253579422,"sku":"RUBBERMAT4020M","price":12.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (45 x 30 x 1cm)","offer_id":42578125521054,"sku":"RUBBERMAT4530L","price":15.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/8b0d84543153711b7515bf73b6600d86.jpg?v=1702460479"},{"product_id":"rust-eraser-sabitoru","title":"Rust Eraser Sabitoru","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou can use this product to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eClean whetstone surface of load-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRemove rust from your carbon steel knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRemove rust from cast iron pans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRemove paint scuffs from wood, plastic or metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sabitoru","offers":[{"title":"Fine","offer_id":36475606827166,"sku":"RUSTF","price":12.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":36475606859934,"sku":"RUSTM","price":12.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coarse","offer_id":45378913763486,"sku":"RUSTC","price":12.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/RustEraserFine.png?v=1745570157"},{"product_id":"whetstone-holder-304-stainless-steel","title":"Semiblack Whetstone Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis item is $20 with the purchase of any whetstone (use code 5OFFHOLDER).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll steel parts are made with 304 stainless steel, not chrome-coated mild steel (which rusts easily). This product is highly resistant to rusting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFits whetstones up to 235mm in length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36660710277278,"sku":"WHETHOLD","price":25.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/WhetstoneHolder.png?v=1734339809"},{"product_id":"semiblack-1000-sharpening-stone","title":"Semiblack 1000","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis Whetstone is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNon Soaking - Splash and Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMedium Cutting - Great for most steels, slows down with high alloy steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHard Wearing - This stone dishes very slowly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLow priced - Great for starting out!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA 1000 grit stone is the stone you will use most of the time. If your edge does not have any microchips, you can start with this stone when sharpening. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeing splash and go has to be the most important feature of a 1000 grit stone since it is used most frequently. Save yourself 10 mins of soaking time, every time, with this stone! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSplash the whetstone with water, do not soak it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAdd water if the stone starts to feel dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePolishing stones do not raise a burr that is easily felt, check progress by observing how polished the edge is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eComplete the sharpening process using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe edge will easily cut paper using a \"slicing\" motion, but will not \"push-cut\" paper.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis edge is usable for 95% of kitchen tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may proceed to a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" title=\"Vegetable Tanned Leather Strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e after sharpening to achieve a razorsharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto remove these microchips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: 200 x 70 x 30mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 894g approx\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36872278179998,"sku":"SB1000","price":38.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/Semiblack1000.jpg?v=1696050413"},{"product_id":"walnut-wood-magnetic-knife-block","title":"Walnut Wood Magnetic Knife Block","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese knife blocks are 40cm in length and come with both screws and mounting tape. They can hold 5 to 6 knives comfortably. For installation, we recommend using the screws whenever possible, as they provide the most secure installation. However, we will also be providing you a strip of 3M VHB mounting tape if you would prefer to mount the knife block that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor installation by mounting tape, here are some things to take note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- On high-gloss surfaces like a glass backsplash, we recommend that you scuff up the glossy surface with sandpaper before installing. This will increase the surface area in contact between the tape and surface for better adhesion. (High-gloss = you can see your reflection in them).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- On painted surfaces, DO NOT use the mounting tape for installation as the tape will eventually rip the paint off the wall along with the knife block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Always clean surfaces with rubbing alcohol before applying the tape, this will ensure the best adhesion. Bonding time of 48 hours is recommended for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf unsure, please consult your preferred handyman or contractor for best installation practices. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis product uses neodymium magnets (silver color) which are much stronger than ferrite magnets (black color) despite having a lighter weight. If you're looking for strong magnets, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnetic knife block is made from American Black Walnut. Its grain pattern ranges from relatively straight to a dense wavy pattern. The color of the wood is rich and dark, reminiscent of Mahogany. For homes with an industrial or modern minimalist decor, this item will be a perfect fit. Grain pattern may differ from the pictures, this is a natural product with natural variations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 40 x 4.8 x 1.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMounting Options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eWall Screws x 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e3M VHB Mounting Tape (Wood can warp over time, causing tape to fail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Because wood is a natural product, variations in colour, grain pattern and grain texture is normal. Additionally, because wood is a relatively soft material do expect some scuffs or dents in the product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37021670441118,"sku":"WALT","price":30.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/WalnutKnifeHolder_39431772-0933-493a-ae67-a27d832f9db3.png?v=1745566998"},{"product_id":"shapton-kuromaku-1000-grit-sharpening-stone","title":"Shapton Professional Kuromaku Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Whetstones are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNon Soaking - Splash and Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFast Cutting - Great for hard, high alloy steels or softer steels alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHard Wearing - This stone dishes very slowly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eStrong Tactile Feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eReasonably Priced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eWide Range of Grit Ratings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a 400 grit stone or lower to remove these microchips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 210 x 70 x 20mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 580g approx\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shapton","offers":[{"title":"120 (White)","offer_id":42031645917342,"sku":"SHAP120","price":50.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"220 (Moss)","offer_id":42031645950110,"sku":"SHAP220","price":50.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"320 (Blue Black)","offer_id":42031645982878,"sku":"SHAP320","price":50.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 (Orange)","offer_id":42031646015646,"sku":"SHAP1000","price":50.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 (Blue)","offer_id":42730143056030,"sku":"SHAP1500","price":55.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 (Green)","offer_id":42031646048414,"sku":"SHAP2000","price":60.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5000 (Wine)","offer_id":42031646081182,"sku":"SHAP5000","price":70.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8000 (Melon)","offer_id":42031646113950,"sku":"SHAP8000","price":85.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12000 (Yellow)","offer_id":42031646146718,"sku":"SHAP12000","price":100.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/Shapton-Kuromaku-120-220-320-1000-1500-2000-5000-8000-12000-Grit-Sharpening-Stone.jpg?v=1747647244"},{"product_id":"diamond-stropping-spray-30ml","title":"Diamond Stropping Spray 30ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5 carats per 30ml \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMonocystalline Diamond Suspension in Water Soluble Solution \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIdeal for use with leather strops. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0.75 Micron = 30000 grit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2 Micron = 10000 grit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3.5 Micron = 6000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"6000","offer_id":37127093452958,"sku":"DIASPRY6000","price":10.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10000","offer_id":37127093518494,"sku":"DIASPRY10000","price":10.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30000","offer_id":37127093551262,"sku":"DIASPRY30000","price":10.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/DiamondStroppingSpray.png?v=1612424950"},{"product_id":"semiblack-1000-6000-sharpening-stone","title":"Semiblack 1000\/6000","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTHIS WHETSTONE IS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoaking - Soak for at least 5 minutes before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSlow Cutting - Handles low to medium alloy steels just fine, not suitable for harder steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium Wearing - This stone dishes fairly slowly with softer steel (slower than KW-65)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLow priced - Great for starting out!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis should be your very first whetstone when starting out! Its not too expensive, and can handle any steel up to VG10. The tactile feedback is good and you can easily find the correct sharpening angle (even when using it for the first time!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith this whetstone we recommend sharpening once or twice a week, depending on how frequently you use your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoak the stone in water for about 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSplash stone with water whenever it feels dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStart with the 1000 grit side first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck each section and ensure a consistent burr has developed before switching sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeburr your knife by using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck for any burr remaining and deburr section by section until you have a sharp edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRepeat with the 6000 grit side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf your sharpening angle is 15 degrees and below per side, your knife should be able to push-cut paper. \u003cstrong\u003eThis edge is usable for 98% of kitchen tasks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou may proceed to a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" title=\"Vegetable Tanned Leather Strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e after sharpening to achieve a razorsharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: 180 x 60 x 30mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 634g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37284706287774,"sku":"SB10006000","price":26.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Semiblack-1000-6000-Sharpening-Stone.jpg?v=1670223187"},{"product_id":"semiblack-6000-polishing-stone","title":"Semiblack 6000","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Whetstone is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNon Soaking - Splash and Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium Cutting - Great for most steels, slows down with high alloy steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium Wearing - This stone dishes somewhat, which is common for higher grit stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLow priced - Great for starting out!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is our affordable alternative to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/naniwa-super-stone-5000-polishing-stone\" title=\"Naniwa Super Stone 5000 \"\u003eNaniwa Superstone.\u003c\/a\u003e  Just like the Superstone t\u003cspan\u003ehis polishing stone just gets the job done with no fuss. After using this stone, your knife should be able to shave hair with little difficulty. You may follow this up with 1 micron or lower strop for even more screaming sharp results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSplash the whetstone with water, do not soak it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAdd water if the stone starts to feel dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBegin polishing your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePolishing stones do not raise a burr that is easily felt, check progress by observing how polished the edge is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eComplete the polishing process using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour edge should achieve a high mirror polish that can easily cut a freestanding piece of paper. Shaving with this edge will be no problem either. \u003cstrong\u003eFor 100% of kitchen tasks this is sufficient!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. Also, make sure you have a consistent sharpening angle throughout the length of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have microchips on the edge if your edge cannot achieve sharpness at specific points on the edge. You may use a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto remove these microchips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 200 x 70 x 30mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 920g approx.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37284785586334,"sku":"SB6000","price":48.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/4ee4ddd03de268138bb6b11503d0ee7b.jpg?v=1754634875"},{"product_id":"diamond-whetstone-flattener-120-400-grit","title":"Diamond Whetstone Flattener 120 \/ 400 Grit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a 2-sided diamond flattening plate mounted on a 1cm thick base of cast acrylic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreat for flattening whetstones. 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We hope that you will find their value-for-money to be as impressive as we have!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMiyabi Isshin is the budget line of kitchen knives in the Kanetsugu lineup. Fit \u0026amp; finish is usually NOT perfect with minor scratches here and there, but overall, for the price, it looks absolutely gorgeous and will be a perfect fit in any modern kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nMakes a great gift for home cooks and anyone who is first starting out their chef journey. 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If you are upgrading from a western knife (like Zwilling, Wushtof) you will not be disappointed.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type : Gyuto\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: AUS8 Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Rosewood\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 1.5mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 58 - 59\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nTotal Length: 310mm \/ 340mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 180mm \/ 210mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 87g \/ 101g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki Kanetsugu","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":41368500437150,"sku":"MIYABI180","price":49.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"210mm","offer_id":41368500469918,"sku":"MIYABI210","price":55.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/8ec474a3acb96cff3933de16039d363c.jpg?v=1765614844"},{"product_id":"xinzuo-440c-gyuto-210mm","title":"Xinzuo 440C Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe one thing you need to know about this \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekitchen \u003c\/span\u003eknife: Convex Profile Taper (Pic 5)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nFrom what I've found, this is one of the ONLY knife brands from China that grinds a convex taper into their blade. The convex taper is super common on Japanese blades but rare on Chinese blades. This means Chinese manufacturers are catching up!!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWhy is the convex taper important?\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nIt helps tremendously with food release from the blade. If the blade is ground completely flat, food sticks to the blade very tenaciously and does not release easily. Think of a suction cup, it clings easily to flat piece of glass, but on a curved surface like a wine glass, it will never stick to it.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHere are some other key features:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n- 3-Layer 440C Steel hardened to HRC59 for a solid edge retention\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n- G10 Handle is completely resistant to water and highly durable\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n- Mosaic pin add a decorative flair to the knife\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Gyuto\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: 440C Steel (Stainless)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: G10 with mosaic pin\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 2.2mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 59\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 240g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 211 mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nOverall Length: 348 mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nFAQs:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHow does the edge retention of 440C compare with VG10?\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBefore VG10, ATS34 and 154CM, there was 440C. Composition of all these steels are actually pretty similar and they all perform similarly. 440C tends to be the most basic of these steels with the least amount of additives (e.g. Cobalt and Vanadium). As a result edge retention of 440C would be about 10% less compared to VG10. 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If your country doesn't show up at checkout, please contact us via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/semiblack.sg\/\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e, we will add it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCreated to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Seki Kanetsugu, the “Zuiun” series kitchen knives are made with R2\/SG2 high-speed powder core steel, heat-treated and cold-treated to 62-63 HRC, enabling superb edge retention. This is the highest level of fit and finishes by Kanetsugu, with a beautiful Damascus cladding that is almost mirror-like.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWith a beautiful tapering, the knife has an excellent edge geometry. Supported by the harder SG2 steel, the knife maker was able to achieve excellent thinness behind the edge, facilitating great cutting performance. This \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekitchen \u003c\/span\u003eknife features a special Shichikaku (Heptagon) handle made of brown pakkawood, with a beautiful mosaic pin for decoration. The \"Zuiun\" offers one of the best overall fit and finishes at this price range. All knives in this series come in a lovely Paulownia wood box.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSeki Kanetsugu was founded more than a century ago in 1918 by Matsujiro Kawamura, the descendant of Kanetsugu the swordsmith, who first started making swords in the year 1345. For three generations, the Kawamuras have worked hard to build a knife workshop that is worthy of the Kanetsugu name. Combining Seki's knife making tradition and newer approaches such as \"sub-zero process\", Seki Kanatsugu has become a major kitchen knife maker in Japan. In 2018, Kanetsugu celebrated their centenary by launching the brand new “Zuiun” (瑞雲) series, with the finest Damascus steel that recreates the good omen Buddhism symbol of clouds.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Bunka\u003cbr\u003e\nCore: SG2 \/ R2\u003cbr\u003e\nCladding: 64 Layer Damascus\u003cbr\u003e\nHandle: Pakkawood Heptagonal Handle\u003cbr\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 2.2mm\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Height at Heel: 45mm\u003cbr\u003e\nHRC: 63\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 130g\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Length:180mm\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Length: 330mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki Kanetsugu","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":41437342105758,"sku":"ZUIUN180","price":280.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":41437342138526,"sku":"ZUIUN180SAYA","price":320.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/f98feaf803cc3a35de999e6847b471df.jpg?v=1744787427"},{"product_id":"kanetsugu-saiun-vg10-gyuto-200mm","title":"Seki Kanetsugu Saiun VG10 Damascus Gyuto 200mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe grind on the Saiun series of kitchen knives are impeccable! 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The core steel is the ever reliable VG10 Cobalt Alloyed Steel and with Kanetsugu's sub-zero heat treatment process takes the steel to HRC60 without being brittle and \"chippy\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nThe black micarta scales used for the handles are completely water resistant and is highly durable, combined with the seamless design (no gaps!) of the handle and bolster, this makes this kitchen knife very easy to clean and hygienic at the same time.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Gyuto\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: VG10\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: 33 Layer Damascus Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Micarta\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 1.9mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 60\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 225g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 201mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nOverall Length: 331mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki Kanetsugu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41500447047838,"sku":"SAIUN200","price":165.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Kanetsugu-Saiun-Gyuto-200mm.png?v=1743496397"},{"product_id":"kanetsugu-zuiun-kiritsuke-210mm","title":"Seki Kanetsugu Zuiun SG2 Damascus Kiritsuke 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis item qualifies for \u003cstrong\u003eFree International Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The burr sets (S2C) are the same.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe C3S PRO comes with a patented spring-assisted handle, which can be folded down against the body for portability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Features among all C3 models:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBoth the C3S PRO and C3S have the same patented S2C burr sets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSharp, CNC Processed, HRC58 Hardness Burr Sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDual bearing fixed central shaft to ensure consistent and smooth grinding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eComfortable grip experience with checkered grid pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSleek, compact minimal design with ease of setup and fast grinding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBody: 147mm x 52mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAble to hold up to 25g of coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Timemore","offers":[{"title":"C3S Black","offer_id":42190638121118,"sku":"TMC3BLK","price":62.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"C3S White","offer_id":42190638153886,"sku":"TMC3WHT","price":66.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/db66968113f59056d6f689794d29e38e.jpg?v=1744361902"},{"product_id":"kanetsugu-saiun-vg10-petty-120mm","title":"Seki Kanetsugu Saiun VG10 Damascus Petty 120mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe grind on the Saiun series of kitchen knives are impeccable! 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The core steel is the ever reliable VG10 Cobalt Alloyed Steel and with Kanetsugu's sub-zero heat treatment process takes the steel to HRC60 without being brittle and \"chippy\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nThe black micarta scales used for the handles are completely water resistant and is highly durable, combined with the seamless design (no gaps!) of the handle and bolster, this makes the kitchen knife very easy to clean and hygienic at the same time.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Type: Petty\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCore: VG10\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCladding: 33 Layer Damascus Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHandle: Micarta\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 2mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nHRC: 60\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nWeight: 89g\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nBlade Length: 120mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nOverall Length: 230mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki Kanetsugu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41702341345438,"sku":"SAIUN120","price":100.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Kanetsugu-Saiun-Petty-120mm.png?v=1743496608"},{"product_id":"kanetsugu-hocho-yanagiba-270mm","title":"Seki Kanetsugu Hocho Yanagiba 270mm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe perfect kitchen knife for processing large volumes of seafood. 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If you are upgrading from a western knife (like Zwilling, Wushtof) you will not be disappointed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Type : Santoku\u003cbr\u003e\nCore: AUS8 Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\nCladding: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\nHandle: Brazilian Rosewood\u003cbr\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 1.5mm\u003cbr\u003e\nHRC: 58 - 59\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003eTotal Length: 300mm\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Length: 170mm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 86g\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Seki Kanetsugu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42027036606622,"sku":"MIYABI170","price":49.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/29f1dd755953e7d1f6eca4f03e8a3c8b.jpg?v=1754031593"},{"product_id":"kanetsugu-pro-220mm-chuka-bocho-chinese-cleaver","title":"Seki Kanetsugu Pro AUS-8 Chuka Bocho (Chinese Cleaver) 220mm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo clear up any confusion - Chinese cleaver is a style of kitchen knife originating from Chinese Cooking - However! This particular Chinese cleaver is Made in Japan - \"Chinese\" only refers to the style of knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe knifemaker Kanetsugu produces high quality kitchen knives at an extremely reasonable price. We hope that you will find their value-for-money to be as impressive as we have!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Kanetsugu Pro Chuka Bocho is made of AUS8 Molybdenum stainless steel, which makes this Chinese Cleaver ultra-premium. Heat-treated to 58 HRC, the grind is extremely thin for this hardness, and the cutting performance is laser like. Compared with other kitchen knives in this price range, Kanatsugu Pro has an excellent level of fit and finish. This cleaver can handle small bones on a chicken or fish without breaking a sweat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Type: Chinese Cleaver\u003cbr\u003e\nCore: AUS8\u003cbr\u003e\nHandle: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 2.4mm\u003cbr\u003e\nHRC: 58\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 395g\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Length: 220mm\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Length: 333mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seki Kanetsugu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42027078877342,"sku":"KANECLEAVER","price":90.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/976e11a4438bae8affe3b22c4b9f19e2.jpg?v=1758278157"},{"product_id":"miyabi-isshin-aus8-nakiri-165mm-tojiro-alternative","title":"Miyabi Isshin AUS-8 Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knifemaker Kanetsugu produces high quality kitchen knives at an extremely reasonable price. 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Just like the Superstone this kasumi finish stone just gets the job done with no fuss. After using this stone, your knife should be able to shave hair with little difficulty. You may follow this up with 1 micron or lower strop for even more screaming sharp results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSplash the whetstone with water, do not soak it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd water if the stone starts to feel dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBegin sharpening your knife in sections, do not stay in 1 section for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePolishing stones do not raise a burr that is easily felt, check progress by observing how polished the edge is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRepeat the same process on the other side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComplete the sharpening process using an edge trailing stoke on the whetstone (stropping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eResults to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour edge should achieve a hazy kasumi finish that can easily push cut a piece of paper. For 100% of kitchen tasks this is sufficient!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou may proceed to a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/vegetable-tanned-leather-strop\" title=\"Vegetable Tanned Leather Strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eafter sharpening to achieve a razorsharp edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. 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You may use a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/collections\/sharpening\/products\/semiblack-400\" title=\"Semiblack 400 Whetstone Sharpening Stone\"\u003e400 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto remove these microchips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: 200 x 70 x 30mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 894g approx\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42170458407070,"sku":"SB3000","price":42.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/Semiblack3000.jpg?v=1694826599"},{"product_id":"timemore-fish-smart-gooseneck-coffee-kettle","title":"Timemore Fish Smart Gooseneck Coffee Kettle","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWe provide a 1-year warranty on all our Timemore products.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eFor precision coffee making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The 800ml model is discontinued in 2024. Currently, the \"Fish Smart Kettles\" only come in 600ml (1000W) capacity. For precise temperature setting, the \u003cstrong\u003enew\u003c\/strong\u003e 600ml model comes with \"-\" and \"+\" buttons in addition to the original slider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePrecise temperature setting - Simply tap the \"-\" or \"+\" buttons on the temp. slider to adjust target temp. by 1℃ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e3-Pin Singapore Plug with Safety Mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFast: 2 minutes to boil 300ml (1000W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eConsistent: Patented goose neck spout make steady vertical water flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAccurate: STRIX TECHNOLOGY temperature controller accurate up to 1℃\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- 220V \/ 1000w \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- Temperature control 40℃-100℃\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- High accuracy – shows actual and target temperature\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- Keep warm function 1 hour\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- Boil dry protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- No switches, just slide your finger to set the temperature\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- Press left button for 1.5 seconds to boil\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- Anti-scald, dual walled lid\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e- 304 grade stainless steel\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Timemore","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":42170651476126,"sku":"TMEKTL600BLK","price":100.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":42170651508894,"sku":"TMEKTL600WHT","price":108.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Timemore-Fish-Smart-Kettle-Black.png?v=1752574139"},{"product_id":"coffee-server-carafe-600ml-kinto-style","title":"Coffee Server \/ Carafe 600ml","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSharp no-drip spout to prevent spills when transferring liquids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHardened borosilicate tempered glass, suitable for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/aeropress-original-2021-edition\" title=\"AeroPress Orginal\"\u003eAeroPress\u003c\/a\u003e and drip coffee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePacked in a plain white box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e700ml brim full capacity, we recommend filling it up to 600ml max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e 8.1cm diameter opening at the top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e11.5cm diameter at the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e10.6cm height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42175812501662,"sku":"COFFCARAFE","price":14.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Glass-Jug-Server_81c1f790-44d0-4998-b2ae-a933f9c85c14.png?v=1746172033"},{"product_id":"hasegawa-wood-core-rubber-cutting-board-frk-fsr","title":"Hasegawa FRK\/FSR Wood-Core Soft Rubber Cutting Board","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"sell_mds\"\u003eHASEGAWA is a Japanese company based in Chiba prefecture, Japan.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"sell_mds\"\u003eIt started its business in 1955 and produced products using its professional knowledge about chemical industries. Their policy, \"seeking the safety with science\" describes their business well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHasegawa's soft cutting board cushions and absorbs the blows of your knife, thus preserving your blade’s sharpness. Also its grippy surface prevents ingredients from moving when cutting, and allow more delicate cuts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe wood core provides 2 main benefits - firstly it prevents warping and bending over long term use with high temperature washing, a problem that plastic cutting boards are notorious for. Secondly, the wood core reduces the weight of the cutting board by 30% vs conventional plastic boards which reduces the burden of washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nThis board is SIAA certified, which is one of the highest sanitation standards awarded in Japan. Antibacterial surfaces in compliance with SIAA standards have been tested to exhibit 1% of the bacterial growth versus untreated surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHASEGAWA FRK\/FSR SERIES VS FPEL SERIES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eFRK\/FSR series is yellow, FPEL series is black\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eFRK series is 20mm thick, FSR series is 20 to 25mm thick (depending on the size), FPEL series is 18mm thick\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eFRK\/FSR (yellow) boards are made of a softer synthetic rubber material compared to the FPEL (black) boards which are made from food grade PE. This means that the FRK\/FSR boards are gentler on your knife blades and help with edge retention. However, this also means that they are relatively less durable than their FPEL counterparts. With that said, both these boards are still more durable and gentle on your blades than your typical plastic\/wooden boards.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\nCARE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBecause of the soft surface technology, be sure to rinse the board often to avoid stains from setting in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDishwasher and bleach safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDo not use or store at temperatures over 194°F (90°C) or below -22°F (-30°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eWarping and deformation may occur when weight is applied over a long period at high temperature. If that happens, heat the board to about 176°F (80°C), place it on a flat surface, place something heavy on top and let it cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePlease do not place recently deep fried food directly onto the board after frying. At scalding hot temperatures the material will absorb oil and grease causing the board to discolor or stain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"FRK-34 x 23 x 2cm","offer_id":42298297090206,"sku":"FRK3423","price":88.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"FRK-39 x 26 x 2cm","offer_id":42298297122974,"sku":"FRK3926","price":100.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"FRK-44 x 29 x 2cm","offer_id":42298297155742,"sku":"FRK4429","price":115.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FSR-60 x 30 x 2cm","offer_id":42298297221278,"sku":"FSR6030","price":160.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FSR-60 x 35 x 2cm","offer_id":45969510203550,"sku":"FSR6035","price":190.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FSR-90 x 40 x 2.5cm","offer_id":42298297254046,"sku":"FSR9040","price":300.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/products\/Hasegawa-Rubber-Cutting-Board.jpg?v=1670930986"},{"product_id":"end-grain-acacia-cutting-board","title":"End Grain Acacia Cutting Board","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe wanted to find a cutting board that was solid and sturdy while not being too heavy to be easily washed and stored. With this end grained acacia cutting board, we found a nice balance between the two. The product is sturdy enough not to move or rock about when in use, yet compact and light enough to be comfortably washed in most home kitchen sinks. The end-grain construction of this board reduces the wear to the edge of the knife, helping your knives and cutlery stay sharp for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: Acacia Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: 40 x 28.5 x 2.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 1.7kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eWash with soapy water after use and allow the board to dry fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDo not store in a wet environment for excessive periods of time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eIf the wood appears dry, please use a food grade mineral oil on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWood is a natural material with natural variations, we cannot guarantee the wood pattern of the board will appear like the one in the product photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Semiblack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42298311901342,"sku":"ACABRD","price":40.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/Xinzuo-Acacia-End-Grain-Cutting-Board-New.jpg?v=1737780432"},{"product_id":"shizu-hamono-gen-gyuto","title":"Shizu Hamono Gen VG10 Kurouchi Damascus Gyuto","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis item qualifies for \u003cstrong\u003eFree International Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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He grew up in Seki city, the city of blacksmiths, and naturally became a craftsman\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGen (玄) means BLACK and EXPERT in Japanese.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe distinctive black kurouchi finish and Damascus pattern gives you a sense of the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e beauty and depth of Japanese craftsmanship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe traditional chestnut wa-handle naturally grips the hand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eand the hammering on the blade prevents food from sticking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Gen series of kitchen knives are unique in that it has a real kurouchi finish typically only found in carbon steel knives. 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(High-gloss = you can see your reflection in them).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- On painted surfaces, DO NOT use the mounting tape for installation as the tape will eventually rip the paint off the wall along with the knife block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Always clean surfaces with rubbing alcohol before applying the tape, this will ensure the best adhesion. Bonding time of 48 hours is recommended for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf unsure, please consult your preferred handyman or contractor for best installation practices. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis product uses neodymium magnets (silver color) which are much stronger than ferrite magnets (black color) despite having a lighter weight. If you're looking for strong magnets, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis magnetic knife block is made from Australian Acacia. 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The main difference comes down to the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNaniwa stones are also known to run finer than their grit rating suggests, to ensure a fair comparison with stones from other brands, do take note to round up the grit numbers to compensate for this difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProfessional 400 ~ 500 grit \u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProfessional 600 ~ 800 grit \u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProfessional 800 ~ 1200 grit \u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProfessional 1000 ~ 1500 grit \u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProfessional 2000 ~ 3000 grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProfessional 3000 ~ 4000 grit \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Whetstone is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNon Soaking - Splash and Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFast Cutting - Great for hard, high-alloy steels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHard Wearing - This stone dishes slowly over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStrong Tactile Feedback - You can feel the angle of sharpening easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your edge is sharp in some areas but not in others, check that you have deburred consistently throughout the edge. 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