Arato-kun #220 Extra Coarse Grit Whetstone

Repair Chips and Reprofile Edges with the Arato-kun #220

The Arato-kun #220 is a heavy-duty extra coarse whetstone built for serious edge work. Whether you're repairing a chipped blade, thinning a thick edge, or reprofiling a knife from scratch, this stone removes material fast and sets you up for the finer grits to follow.

The Specs

• Grit: #220 (Extra Coarse)
• Application: Chip repair, reprofiling, thinning - all knife types
• Dimensions: 207mm x 76mm x 52mm
• Weight: 1600g
• Origin: Japan

Built for Heavy Stock Removal

At #220, the Arato-kun is one of the most aggressive synthetic whetstones available - ideal as the first stone in a sharpening progression when a blade needs significant work. The extra coarse grit cuts quickly and efficiently, reducing the time spent on heavy stock removal before moving to mid-grit and finishing stones. A must-have for any serious sharpener's kit.

Care and Maintenance

• Soak in water for 5-10 minutes before use
• Use with water throughout the sharpening session
• Keep the stone flat - lap regularly on a flattening stone (such as the Suihei-Kun) if needed
• Rinse and dry after use - store in a dry location