The Togi Department sells a variety of whetstone sets, from the ``First Whetstone Set'' for beginners to the ``Kiwami Full Set'' for professional use.
There are various sets and prices, so we will briefly introduce which one you should buy!
First whetstone set
Recommended users: Those who have never used a whetstone, those who just want to sharpen easily
| Set contents (rough/medium) | #220, #1000, Resurfacing whetstone #60, Grindstone case stand |
| Set contents (medium/finish) | #1000, #3000, Resurfacing whetstone #220, Grindstone case stand |
As the name suggests, the ``First Whetstone Set'' is a whetstone set that anyone using a whetstone for the first time should definitely try.
Just soak it in water for about 5 minutes before use, and you can use it without having to add water while sharpening. The whetstone is small and lightweight, and comes with a storage case that can also be used as a whetstone stand, making it easy to store.
There are two types of sets: the ``Rough/Medium Set'', which can be used to correct chipped knife blades, and the ``Medium/Finish Set'', which improves the sharpness of the knife. Please use the set that matches the condition of the knives you have.
Coarse (Whetstone) Grain size: #120 to #600 . Has strong grinding power and is mainly used to repair chipped blades.
Medium (Whetstone) Particle size: #800 to #2000 . Good grinding power. Can be used on a daily basis, such as when you feel that your knife is not sharp.
Finishing (Whetstone) Grain Size: #3000 ~ Grinding power is weak and can be used to polish the cutting edge. Indispensable when a sharper cutting ability is required.
Sharpness restoration set
Recommended users: Those who have sharpening experience Those who want to sharpen knives frequently
| Set contents (rough/medium) | #400, #1000, Resurfacing whetstone #60, Grindstone case stand |
| Set contents (medium/finish) | #1000, #3000, Resurfacing whetstone #220, Grindstone case stand |
The "Sharpness Restoration Set" is created based on whetstones that are also used by professional craftsmen. This whetstone is characterized by its smooth sharpening feel and is made using a manufacturing method that is one of the most popular among our products. The grinding surface is wider than the first whetstone set, making it easier to sharpen larger knives. In addition, there is no need to soak the whetstone in water before use, so it can be used immediately by wetting the surface of the whetstone with water.
*Please soak the resurfacing whetstone in water for about 5 to 10 minutes before use.
A set that sharpens quickly
Recommended users: Those who have many knives to sharpen Those who are particular about the beauty of sharpened blades
| set content | #400, #1000, #3000, resurfacing whetstone #60, whetstone case stand |
| Set contents (full) | #400, #1000, #3000, #5000, #10000, resurfacing whetstone #220, whetstone case stand |
The "Quick sharpening set" is a whetstone with extremely strong grinding power, making it possible to quickly sharpen even highly quenched (hard) knives. It is made using the same manufacturing method as the highest quality whetstones, which are highly rated by professional users who are particular about sharpening, such as chefs and swordsmiths. The whetstones in the quick sharpening set are hard, so the surface wears less and the frequency of resurfacing can be reduced.
In addition, the full set includes #5000 and #10000 , which are even finer-grained finishing whetstones, allowing you to finish your cutlery more beautifully.
Craftsman Japanese knife set
Recommended users: People who want to sharpen not only knives but also chisels, planes, and other cutlery
| set content | #200, #1000, #4000, #8000, resurfacing whetstone #220, whetstone case stand |
This is a set of whetstone series developed based on the opinions of craftsmen. All of these whetstones are hard, have excellent grinding power, and are easy to handle. It is also thicker than other whetstones, so it is especially recommended for people who often sharpen.
Full set of blades
Recommended users: Those who want to use professional whetstones
| set content | #400, #600, #800, #1000, #3000, #6000, Dressing whetstone |
This is the highest quality whetstone using diamond particles. It's a completely professional product and I haven't had a chance to recommend it, but Togibu has decided to sell it as well. It is capable of grinding all types of blades, has almost no surface wear, and can be used stably for a very long period of time. There is no need to soak it in water, but please sprinkle it with plenty of water before use.
There is no need to resurface the grinding surface, but in rare cases the grinding surface may become clogged. In that case, please sharpen the surface with the included dressing whetstone to remove the clogging.
*Clogged: A condition in which the surface of the whetstone is clogged with abrasives or fine fragments of shaved blades, making it difficult to sharpen properly.
bonus. Knife sharpening support clip
This is a support clip that can be attached to a knife to fix the angle while sharpening. Recommended if you want to remember the angle of the knife, which is a difficult point for those who have just started sharpening.
Was there a whetstone you were interested in? Whetstones and sharpening have become completely unfamiliar these days, but it's a great feeling to be able to sharpen a knife that's no longer sharp and be able to cut food with ease again.
It is said that food cooked with a sharp knife tastes better because the flavor does not escape from the cut end, and it is less likely to deteriorate.
All whetstone sets sold at the Togi Department come with a "Whetstone Instruction Manual." There is also a video explaining how to sharpen, so please use it as a reference.
We will continue to post information about sharpening on this blog and Instagram, so please enjoy sharpening with us.