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Description
Japanese Knife Sharpening: With Traditional Waterstones
The ultimate guide to sharpening with traditional waterstones for owners of Japanese knives. Step by step instructions cover proper knife sharpening technique, supported by over 120 colour photos plus black and white diagrams for clarity. The book details care for all major blade types, along with expert advice on abrasive materials and steel, and includes guidance on maintaining waterstones so they stay effective for years of use. A chapter on polishing Japanese swords, the pinnacle of the sharpening craft, rounds out this standard reference for anyone who owns or works with Japanese blades.
Written by Dr. Rudolf Dick, a leading expert in Japanese cutting tools. After numerous trips to Japan, this mechanical engineer developed a deep passion for forging and sharpening Japanese blades, eventually mastering the art of sharpening with waterstones himself.
Details:
- Author: Rudolf Dick
- Format: Spiralbound, 128 pages
- Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
- ISBN: 9780764346804
- Ideal for: Owners of Japanese knives, sharpening enthusiasts, bladesmiths, collectors of Japanese craft references