Yaginoshima Asagi・Natural Finishing Stone・Awasedo・Kyoto, Japan #50Hard Yaginoshima Asagi from the Yagi area of Kyoto. Approximately 60008000 grit. Highly regarded for fast, controlled finishing and the efficient creation of precise kobas (micro bevels). Favored by professional sharpeners for its speed, density, and accuracy. Square, long, and heavy stone, supplied in a cardboard box with a golden paper lid. You will receive the exact stone shown, including the original box.

Engraved on the lid is an Ukiyo-e woodblock print of Kitagawa Utamaro`s "正直者" - "Honest Person"

It comes with a few extra vintage blades which should not be used because of the age

The blade comes wrapped in red linnen in a handmade Hinoki box

shake well before each use

Vintage Travel Safety Razor from Japanese manufacturer Feather

on the Ura side

The Kamisoris before were covered in thick resinous fat

花正 ・ Hanamasa

After Bluing we have attached a brand new silk thread handle wrapping for a better grip

A meticulously restored Kamisori

and the people who live by its rhythms

High carbon steel is not stainless