Hiomakivi Pack V2 – 1000/3000

Note: A test video for this updated Hiomakivi Pack V2 will also be published during the weekend, where we go through the stone’s features and the practical use of the entire set.

The popular Hiomakivi Pack 1000/3000 has now been updated to version V2. In this update, the stone has been changed to a full-size standard sharpening stone, offering more working space and making sharpening more stable and easier.

The core of the package is a double-sided sharpening stone combining the practical grits #1000 and #3000. This combination makes sharpening efficient and logical – first restore the edge with the 1000 grit and then finish cleanly on the 3000 side. Many stones have too large a jump between grits (e.g. 1000 > 6000), which makes finishing difficult for beginners.

The sharpening stone comes with its own storage box, which also works as a stable holder during sharpening. The entire set is packed in a stylish box, making it suitable directly as a gift package.

The package includes the familiar and reliable Hiomakivi #180 flattening stone. Regular flattening extends the life of the sharpening stone and ensures consistent sharpening results.

The package still includes the angle guide, but a new addition is a practical angle gauge. This small tool helps visualize the correct sharpening angle: one side is 15° and the other 20°. Simply place it under the knife edge and you can immediately see what the correct angle should look like – no guessing or measuring required.

The stone is a so-called semi-soaker. About 5 minutes of soaking is sufficient before use. I also tested soaking it for two full days, but it had no effect on the stone’s surface or performance.

The stone has a relatively hard surface and does not produce heavy slurry, which makes it easy to control even for beginners.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

SHARPENING STONE (storage box also functions as holder)
Grit: #1000 / #3000
Length: 212 mm
Width: 70 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight: 676 g

FLATTENING STONE
Grit: #180
Length: 170 mm
Width: 60 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight: 450 g

ANGLE GUIDE

ANGLE GAUGE
15° / 20° angles

NOTE!

This whetstone is a so-called semi-soaking stone. It works best after 5-10 minutes of soaking. Do not store the stone in a basin of water. After sharpening, immediately wipe the stone clean with a towel. This will give the stone a clean look and start the drying process. Place the stone to dry in a position where it does not touch a solid surface. For example, place the stone on top of a pencil. Allow the stone to dry slowly, without additional heating. Do not place the stone in direct sunlight. Do not allow the stone to freeze when wet. It takes more than 24 hours to dry. Store the stone protected from dents, for example, in its box.