Nubatama Ume #120 (Black)
$50.00
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Nubatama Ume #120 (Black)
$50.00
4 in stock
Why You Need This Stone: The #120 grit serves as a primary coarse repair stone, engineered to bridge the gap between heavy stock removal and initial bevel shaping. Built in a 50mm brick profile for extended shop longevity, this stone cuts aggressively to resolve chips, fix rolled apexes, and thin thick geometry while leaving a manageable scratch pattern.
Buy This Stone If:
- You regularly repair chipped edges, fix damaged tips, or thin thick bevels.
- You want a fast-cutting coarse stone with the extra volume of a 50mm brick profile.
- You need an aggressive coarse waterstone sourced from the Ken Schwartz Estate collection.
Specifications
- Brand: Nubatama
- Grit: #120 (Coarse)
- Series: Ume (Black)
- Type: Soaking / Semi-Soaking
- Dimensions / Profile: 210 x 75 x 50mm Brick
- Binder Hardness: Medium-Hard
- Provenance: Ken Schwartz Estate
Notes & Usage
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Common Tasks:
- Removing small-to-medium edge chips and correcting tip damage.
- Thinning primary bevel geometry behind the edge.
- Reshaping dull, neglected kitchen knives and outdoor tools.
- Cutting Action & Speed: Features a dense coarse abrasive formulation that cuts fast while maintaining good dish resistance under hand pressure.
- Surface Feedback: Provides firm, crisp feedback, allowing you to track bevel angle alignment accurately.
- Steel Compatibility: Performs well on carbon steels, stainless kitchen cutlery alloys, and standard tool steels.
Progression Ideas
- Preceding Step (Lower Grit): Nubatama Ume #25 or #60 (for heavy chip repairs or heavy grinding prior to bevel shaping).
- Following Step (Higher Grit): Nubatama Ume #180 or Bamboo #320 (to clean up the #120 scratch pattern before edge setting).
Also Consider
- For a Zero-Soak Alternative: Consider the Nubatama Bamboo #150 if you prefer a splash-and-go coarse option.
- Essential Maintenance: Pair with a coarse diamond flattening plate to keep the working face true and dressed.
Condition
New in original factory box and packaging. Due to long-term storage (5+ years), outer boxes and paper wrapping may show minor shelf wear or scuffing.
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.