Lee Valley Japanese Water Stone

user-210490 | Posted in General Discussion on March 16, 2023 11:24am

I bought their 1000/4000 water stone awhile ago . Anyone have this same stone it’s stamped made in japan. One side is brown the other tan, I couldn’t tell just by feel but am I right that the brown side is 1000 and the tan 4000? Also, for those using waterstones, do you always keep them submerged in water or just soak them for a few minutes before use? I didn’t like the idea of keeping a water filled container in the shop that I know will inevitably get knocked over. Thanks for you help.

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cl810 | Mar 16, 2023 01:01pm | #1
Use the link below and scroll down and click on the 'Care and Use' tab directly below the picture of the stone. All your questions will be answered.

https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/sharpening/stones/33009-king-1000x-4000x-combination-water-stones?item=60M5004
eddo234 | Mar 16, 2023 05:07pm | #2
And you don't even have to go to the Care and Use section, the description has the answer: "They are economically priced, require only a quick soaking before use, ....."
user-7627473 | Mar 16, 2023 08:28pm | #3
My 1000 and 4000 I just soak for 15-20 minutes prior to use. Pretty much standard.
mikeinohio | Mar 16, 2023 09:06pm | #4
Attached is a screen grab from Lee Valley. The color of the King 4000-only stone is light tan and the King 1000-only stone is brown.

I'm guessing those colors hold true for the combo stone as well.

Mike