{"product_id":"so-issou-8000-altstone","title":"So-Issou #8000 ALTSTONE","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"280\"\u003eSO- ISSOU\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium \u003cstrong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eresinoid-bonded finishing stone\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to deliver a creamy, smooth sharpening experience.\u003cbr data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eWith its mild softness and cushioning feel, it gently follows the blade’s curve, allowing for a refined cloudy finish that beautifully brings out the contrast between the edge and the jigane (core and cladding).\u003cbr data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eThis stone requires only \u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"657\"\u003e1–2 minutes of soaking\u003c\/strong\u003e before use, providing stable surface performance throughout sharpening.\u003cbr data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"732\"\u003ePerfect for the final touch, the SOU ISSO offers a delicate balance between softness, control, and aesthetic refinement —creating a finish that feels as elegant as it looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"970\"\u003e“SO- ISSOU” — for those who seek the art in sharpening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"130\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"417\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eGrit:\u003c\/strong\u003e #8000 (Ultra Fine)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eAbrasive:\u003c\/strong\u003e WA (White Alumina)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"237\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"213\"\u003eBond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resinoid (resin bond)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"249\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 200 × 70 × 20 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 520 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Final mirror-polish and edge refinement for razor-sharp finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e※The knife (21cm Gyuto) shown is for size comparison only. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e※This listing is for the whetstone only. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTEN Knife Brisbane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44842662461648,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/4165\/2176\/files\/8E6A81BF-1C72-4B6C-A1C8-89F7227D3187.jpg?v=1762615725","url":"https:\/\/soutenknives.com\/products\/so-issou-8000-altstone","provider":"SOUTEN Knife Brisbane ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}