Shapton Glass #6000

A fine-grained sharpening stone with #6000 mesh (8500 grit)

The stone leaves a very shiny finish that provides an extremely sharp result. We recommend that you first create an edge with a coarser stone.

Facts:

Grit (most common way to measure coarseness): approx. #8500.

Mesh: 6000

Micron: 2.45

Size: Dimensions: 210 x 70 x 11 mm. The stone comes mounted on a 5 mm thick glass plate. The stone itself is approx. 6 mm.

Shapton glass stones are considered by many to be the absolute best stones on the market. They remove metal very efficiently and the stones are very hard. The hard ceramic wears down very slowly and therefore does not need to be particularly thick. The stone uses minimal water and is of the 'splash & Go' type, which means you don't soak the stone in water before use. Instead, you pour a palmful of water on it and start sharpening immediately.

We give our warmest recommendations to Shapton Glass Stones. It is a superb stone. Use it to your advantage with this sharpening stone holder:
http://www.cleancut.se/butik/knivslipning/slipstenshallare/slipstenshallare-detail

Care instructions:

1. Rinse the stone in cold water after use. Never use detergent or hot water.

2. Dry the stone with a lint-free cloth and then let the stone air dry at room temperature (Do not dry in direct sunlight or with a hairdryer)

3. Let the surface of the stone lie with the ceramic facing up when drying, and never store it so that it rests against another stone.

4. Store the stone at room temperature.

5. If the glass breaks, do not use the stone anymore. However, the glass is very hard and will only break under great stress.

What is the difference between Shapton Glass and Shapton Pro?
The stones are relatively similar in performance and both are very good choices, regardless of ambition level.
Both stones are of the 'Splash & Go' type and therefore do not require soaking in water. Just splash on some water and start sharpening.
Shapton Glass is slightly harder than Pro and therefore wears down a little slower. It is practical to have a hard stone as you don't need to flatten it as often. On the other hand, the Pro stone is thicker. We estimate that the lifespan of the Pro stone is slightly longer, but Shapton Glass holds its shape better.
One advantage of Shapton Pro is that it comes with a holder/case and that the stone is reversible. This means you can use both sides of the stone, which can be practical if you have a nick in the stone or if it has lost its shape.
To summarize, both stones are of the highest possible quality and are fully comparable. Which stone is best suited for your needs?