Nubatama Ume #2000 (Platinum)
$123.97
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Nubatama Ume #2000 (Platinum)
$123.97
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The faster of the two Ume 2000s. Ken Schwartz introduced it as a premium stone that generates some mud, which makes it a more aggressive cutter than the mud-free Shaptons.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nubatama |
| Type | Synthetic |
| Grit | #2000 (Fine) |
| Series | Ume (Platinum) |
| Binder Hardness | Standard |
| Profile | 205 × 75 × 25mm Flat |
Buy This Stone If You're
- Wanting the fastest cutter available at 2000 grit in the Nubatama range.
- Working difficult steels where a conventional finisher loses speed.
- Preferring a stone that raises some mud rather than running dry and slick.
Water
Nubatama range stones should not be permasoaked. Let dry fully before storage.
Progression Ideas
- Preceding Step (Lower Grit): Nubatama Ume #1500 Platinum, or a 1000-grit stone.
- Following Step (Higher Grit): A 3000-grit Platinum, or into naturals.
Notes
- Faster than the 2000 Speckled, which Ken rated very good but less quick.
- Launched alongside the 3000 Platinum as a more affordable route into the premium Ume grits.
- Priced between the speckled Ume 2000 and the far dearer 2000 Bamboo.
- No dedicated demo was filmed for this stone.
Read More
- Two New Nubatama Stones — Ume 2k And 3k Platinum – The launch post placing both Platinums against the other 2000-grit stones in the range.
- Nubatama Platinum Series — 320, 600 & 1500 – A detailed owner review across three Platinum grits after sampling ten stones in the range.
- Nubatama 6k Platinum Announcement – A summary of the whole Platinum group and the steels it was built to handle.
- Quick Overview Of Nubatama Stones – A tour of the whole line and how the grits were designed to fit together.
- Learn From My Mistakes… Stones Cracking – Permasoaking and drying guidance for the full Nubatama range, and why it matters.
Condition
- Stone: New and unused.
- Packaging: While our inventory is new, the original packaging may show minor shelf wear, scuffing, or external softening due to warehouse storage and handling over the last five years. Internal protective wrapping (plastic or paper) may show signs of handling, minor tears, or may occasionally be absent—this never affects the condition of the stone itself.
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.
Provenance
Everything we carry comes from the personal collection of Ken Schwartz — the sharpener behind Precise Sharpening, who built the Nubatama line and gathered the naturals that sat beside it on his bench. The synthetics are new and unused. The naturals were his.