Zwilling J.A. Henckels Sharpening Stone, Twin Stone Pro

This combination stone comprises two different layers: the dark side for coarse sharpening and the light side for fine sharpening. The dark side is used on a blunt knife or to remove small dents from the blade. Here are a few instructions on how you can use and take care of your sharpening stone and knives.

Use

• Remove the stone from the box
• Wet the surface of the dark side with a few drops of water. You need not soak the stone
• Put the stone back into the lower part of the box and place it on an even anti-slip surface
• Move the knife across the stone in steady movements with the tip touching it first
• Ensure that the stone always stays wet. Do not remove the grinding paste that accumulates while sharpening as it helps sliding the knife across
• Repeat the process with the smooth side of the stone
• Check the result by cutting a sheet of paper
• When the knife has reached the desired degree of sharpness, remove the grinding paste by rinsing the knife under running water. Post rinsing, dry the knife carefully with a towel
• Clean the stone under running water and let it dry completely before you put it back into its box

Care

• Do not let the stone drop as it might get damaged
• If the surface of the stone becomes uneven, use fine sandpaper and water to smoothen it

Protecting your knives from premature loss of sharpness

• Never use your knives on hard cutting surfaces such as china, metal, marble or granite
• Though knives with plastic handles can be washed in a dishwasher, it is recommended that you clean them by hand for long lasting and durable use. Other appliances in the dishwasher may damage the blades of your knives
• Do not use your knives as screwdrivers or can-openers as that can permanently damage their cutting edge