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title: "Whetstone Sharpening Stone Shapton Ceramic KUROMAKU #1500 by Shapton"
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price: "€ 142.04"
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# 8.3 x 2.8 x 0.6 in #1500 grit Includes plastic case Whetstone Sharpening Stone Shapton Ceramic KUROMAKU #1500 by Shapton

**Brand:** shapton
**Price:** € 142.04
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Whetstone Sharpening Stone Shapton Ceramic KUROMAKU #1500 by Shapton by shapton
- **How much does it cost?** € 142.04 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- shapton enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shapton brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Use:** Functions as both a whetstone and oil stone for all your sharpening needs.
- • **Compact Design:** Lightweight and portable, perfect for on-the-go sharpening.
- • **Durable Material:** Crafted from high-quality ceramic for long-lasting performance.
- • **Convenient Storage:** Comes with a plastic case that doubles as a sharpening base.
- • **Precision Sharpening:** Achieve razor-sharp edges with #1500 grit for professional results.

## Overview

The Shapton Ceramic KUROMAKU #1500 Whetstone is a high-performance sharpening tool designed for both professionals and enthusiasts. Measuring 8.3 x 2.8 x 0.6 inches and weighing 500g, this versatile stone features a medium grit of #1500, ideal for achieving a fine edge. It comes with a convenient plastic case that serves as a sharpening base, making it easy to use and store. Crafted from durable ceramic, this whetstone is perfect for maintaining the sharpness of your knives and tools.

## Description

Product Description ● Shapton's biggest bestseller. Blade blackhead series. Legal Disclaimer May be subject to VAT/GST/Duty.

Review: Good, even excellent - This is a good, even excellent, whetstone. For, it does the job, gives reasonable feedback (i.e. one can feel what one is doing), does not have any problem with slurry, and it does not seem to wear especially fast. I have used it with success on low-carbon knives and medium-carbon knives. I have not tested it on any very high carbon knife, though I imagine that it would work on such a knife. Other reviews here say that it does. The price is pretty good. I add the following (and in so doing I echo somewhat one of the other reviews). This remark of mine will concern medium or high-carbon knives, i.e. hard knives. If one is changing the angle of such a knife, and/or perhaps is the knife is really blunt, then one needs a coarse stone, like this one. For, under those conditions, using a less coarse stone makes it hard to get the knife sharp. (Still, what counts as less coarse? Perhaps 400 grit and above. Certainly 800 grit and above. But I'm talking about standard synthetic stones here. Matters might be different with diamond stones. As to natural stones, some of them are very hard, but at least most such stones will have a grit north of two thousand, which, for the sort of work at issue, will take forever.) I would not try to use the whetstone atop its box - as shown in one of the photographs provided by the seller. I imagine that that would work badly. One needs a proper whetstone holder. For _storing_ the stone, the box is fine, though I prefer the Naniwa boxes. (Incidentally: to my knowledge, Naniwa does not do a stone in the 300-400 grit range, at least not within its more serious lines of stones.)
Review: Recommend - Great stone!!!

## Features

- Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 2.8 x 0.6 inches (210 x 70
- Item Number: K0707
- Grit size: #1500
- #1500 medium whetstone that is convenient when it has a little bit of sharpness
- Comes with a plastic case that can be used as a sharpening base.Can also be used as an oil stone

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Shapton |
| Model Number | ATIA905 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Product Dimensions | 22.91 x 8.99 x 4.09 cm; 500 g |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Item Weight | 500 g |

## Product Details

- **Material:** Ceramic
- **Brand:** Shapton
- **Colour:** Blue
- **Product dimensions:** 21L x 7W x 1.5H centimetres
- **Item weight:** 0.5 Kilograms
- **Grit type:** Medium
- **Number of items:** 1
- **Manufacturer:** Shapton
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 04944509307078

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good, even excellent
*by S***T on 11 May 2025*

This is a good, even excellent, whetstone. For, it does the job, gives reasonable feedback (i.e. one can feel what one is doing), does not have any problem with slurry, and it does not seem to wear especially fast. I have used it with success on low-carbon knives and medium-carbon knives. I have not tested it on any very high carbon knife, though I imagine that it would work on such a knife. Other reviews here say that it does. The price is pretty good. I add the following (and in so doing I echo somewhat one of the other reviews). This remark of mine will concern medium or high-carbon knives, i.e. hard knives. If one is changing the angle of such a knife, and/or perhaps is the knife is really blunt, then one needs a coarse stone, like this one. For, under those conditions, using a less coarse stone makes it hard to get the knife sharp. (Still, what counts as less coarse? Perhaps 400 grit and above. Certainly 800 grit and above. But I'm talking about standard synthetic stones here. Matters might be different with diamond stones. As to natural stones, some of them are very hard, but at least most such stones will have a grit north of two thousand, which, for the sort of work at issue, will take forever.) I would not try to use the whetstone atop its box - as shown in one of the photographs provided by the seller. I imagine that that would work badly. One needs a proper whetstone holder. For _storing_ the stone, the box is fine, though I prefer the Naniwa boxes. (Incidentally: to my knowledge, Naniwa does not do a stone in the 300-400 grit range, at least not within its more serious lines of stones.)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommend
*by A***I on 15 November 2025*

Great stone!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the extra money for this quality whetstone...
*by J***D on 10 July 2020*

I have a few whetstones, ranging in grit from 250 to 8,000 and I have been previously using my 8,000 grit stone to finish off my Global Knives - none of them in the price range of Shapton, to be fair. I've become reasonable adept at sharpening them freehand and they were pretty sharp, I wouldn't say razor sharp but very sharp nevertheless. This Shapton stone, at 12,000 grit, is a different level. I used a 3,000 then an 8,000 grit stone to get a really nice sharp edge and then went to work with my new Shapton 12,000. The stone I ordered came directly from Japan and the instructions were in Japanese. However, I did a bit of research and it was recommended that you soak the stone in water for about 5 or 6 minuted prior to first use. On further uses, it's not recommended to soak the stone as it can soften the stone. For future uses, the stone should be sprayed with water on the surface prior to use. Following use, once clean of any residual dirt, it should be allowed to dry prior to being placed back in the box. The finish you get using this stone is at another level to the stones I've used before. I found the blade edge was genuinely polished and is was unbelievably sharp. This stone is quite a bit more expensive than stones I've used before but I can see why. It is far superior in quality. I would highly recommend this stone for anyone who is serious about sharpening their knives. Genuine top quality product.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Shapton K0707 Blade Blade, #1500, Medium, Blue
- S SATC Diamond Sharpening Stone 2 Side Grit 400/1000 Diamond Plate Honing Stone 8-inch Hone Sharpener White

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*Last updated: 2026-03-23*