Nubatama Bamboo #120 (Green)
Why You Need This Stone: The Bamboo #120 Green is a heavy-duty splash-and-go coarse waterstone built in a 50mm brick profile. Engineered with a firm, hard binder, it allows rapid metal removal, heavy chip repair, and primary bevel reshaping without requiring pre-soaking.
Buy This Stone If:
- You need an aggressive coarse repair stone with zero soaking setup time.
- You are grinding out major edge chips or resetting damaged tips.
- You want a long-lasting 50mm brick profile from the Ken Schwartz Estate.
Specifications
- Brand: Nubatama
- Grit: #120 (Coarse)
- Series: Bamboo (Green)
- Type: Splash & Go / Hard Bond
- Dimensions / Profile: 210 x 75 x 50mm Brick
- Binder Hardness: Hard
- Provenance: Ken Schwartz Estate
Notes & Usage
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Common Tasks:
- Grinding out major edge chips and broken tips.
- Heavy thinning behind the edge on thick shop or kitchen tools.
- Rapidly setting primary bevel angles.
- Cutting Action & Speed: Aggressive silicon carbide abrasive cuts rapidly with minimal surface wear.
- Surface Feedback: Firm, direct feedback with an audible bite that indicates high spots along the edge.
- Steel Compatibility: Compatible with carbon steels, stainless cutlery alloys, and hard tool steels.
Progression Ideas
- Preceding Step (Lower Grit): None (coarsest splash-and-go repair step available).
- Following Step (Higher Grit): Nubatama Bamboo #320 or Bamboo #1000
Also Consider
- For a Soaking Waterstone Alternative: Consider the Nubatama Ume #120 Black.
- Essential Maintenance: Pair with a diamond flattening plate or dressing stone to keep the working face true and active.
Condition
New in original factory packaging. Outer box may show minor shelf scuffs from storage.
Note: Photos represent our stock inventory for this stone; individual box wear or color tone may vary slightly from the unit pictured. Reference objects (rulers, coins) are for scale only and are not included.
Shipping
Orders are typically processed and shipped same day from Santa Maria, CA.
Every stone ships in a new, high-quality box, individually wrapped in bubble wrap and packing paper for maximum protection in transit.
Please reach out with any questions before or after purchase — happy to help.
Return policy
At Pacific Waterstone, we stand behind the authenticity and quality of every stone we sell.
Incorrect or Mislabeled Items
If you receive an item that is mislabeled, damaged, or significantly mischaracterized in its listing, we will make it right. You may return the item for a full refund or exchange with no restocking fees, and we will cover all return shipping costs.
Standard Returns
If you change your mind or wish to return an item for any other reason:
- Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original, unused condition with all original packaging.
- A 10% restocking fee applies to cover processing costs.
- Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
To initiate a return, please contact us with your order number and the reason for your request.