King (Matsunaga)
King KDS 1000/6000 Combination Whetstone
キングデラックス KDS 砥石 #1000/#6000
Whetstone Under $50 ✓ Authentic Japanese
Maker Matsunaga
About This Knife
The most recommended combination whetstone for beginners. #1000 grit for sharpening and #6000 for polishing in one stone. Clay binder, requires 10 to 15 minutes of soaking. Size: 207 x 66 x 36mm.
Community Notes
"Reddit's r/sharpening community no longer recommends the King KDS 1000/6000 as a first stone, preferring Shapton Pro 1000 instead. Users report the 6000 grit side has a creamy feel and the combination format leads to uneven wear. Still considered acceptable for budget use and better than King's cheaper KW65 model."