Nubatama Bamboo #3000 (Upper Grade)

$217.80

1 in stock

Why You Need This Stone: The Bamboo #3000 Upper Grade is a premium fine waterstone engineered to produce razor-sharp edges with micro-sani tooth for effortless push and slice cutting. The Upper Grade formulation provides heightened abrasive purity and smooth polishing action.

Buy This Stone If:

You sharpen high-end Japanese cutlery requiring refined slicing edges.
You want a splash-and-go fine finishing stone.
You seek premium estate waterstones from Ken Schwartz.

Specifications

Brand: Nubatama
Grit: #3000 (Fine)
Series: Bamboo (Upper Grade)
Type: Splash & Go / Hard Bond
Dimensions / Profile: 210 x 75 x 25mm Flat
Binder Hardness: Hard
Provenance: Ken Schwartz Estate

Notes & Usage

Common Tasks:
- Fine edge polishing and micro-burr removal.
- Tuning razor-sharp slicing edges on kitchen cutlery.
- Pre-polishing bevels on fine woodworking tools.
Cutting Action & Speed: Silky, rapid polishing action with high surface retention.
Surface Feedback: Highly detailed tactile feedback across the bevel.
Steel Compatibility: Ideal for White Paper, Blue Paper carbon steels, and fine stainless alloys.

Progression Ideas

Preceding Step (Lower Grit): Nubatama Bamboo #1000 or #1200
Following Step (Higher Grit): Nubatama Bamboo #8000 or #10000

Also Consider

For Standard Fine Polishing: Consider the Nubatama Bamboo #4000 Yellow.
Essential Maintenance: Pair with a diamond flattening plate or dressing stone to keep the working face true and active.

Condition

Condition as selected per variant (Estate used stone).

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.

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.

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.