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Hapstone introduces the Japanese water stone King Hyper Standard measuring 152x25x6 mm, manufactured by Matsunaga in Osaka, Japan. Matsunaga, one of the oldest producers of sharpening stones in Japan, is known for its brands King and Sun Tiger. These stones were among the first Japanese sharpening stones to be exported worldwide, thanks to Matsunaga's extensive experience in the Western market.
King sharpening stones are crafted using traditional techniques and occupy the position of the most affordable in Japan. Despite their affordability, they widely meet the needs of Japanese chefs. The appealing combination of price and quality makes these stones particularly attractive. The King Hyper series from Matsunaga not only offers affordability but also represents the top tier of sharpening stones, serving as Matsunaga's response to competition from manufacturers like Naniwa, Shapton, and Suehiro.
Furthermore, compared to prestigious brands, the King Hyper series is an innovation in the sharpening stone market, which traditionally evolves slowly. The release of the King Hyper series caused a sensation, allowing the King brand to step out of the shadow of elite manufacturers and strengthen its position in the high-end sharpening stone segment.
The sharpening stones in the King Hyper series, like their accessible predecessors, feature a relatively soft bond and provide pleasant tactile sensations during use. Their cutting properties become evident upon contact with the surface, and this type of soft stone requires regular truing, which can be done using special platforms or on glass with the application of silicon carbide.
King Hyper 1000 grit stone is part of the main sharpening stage and does most of the work of shaping the geometry and cutting edge after the deburring stage. Before each use (whether it is sharpening or leveling), the stone should be immersed in water for 2-3 minutes to allow it to saturate with moisture.
King Hyper Japanese water stone, 152x25x6 mm, created by Matsunaga of Osaka, Japan.
King Hyper 2000grit stone is good for finishing kitchen knives, in which case the knife becomes aggressive, it will easily graze the surface of "uncomfortable" foods, such as tomato or meat veins. The knife after finishing with this stone has a very pleasant tactile response and a high aggressiveness of the cut. Before any use (sharpening or leveling), the stone should be soaked for 2-3 minutes.
