Hard Arkansas Replacement Stone fits Norton IM313 Professional Machine but leaves a smoother surface

but leaves a smoother surface than it's coarser cousin

The primary cutting action occurs on the edges of the raised

of silver/flux

This stone replaces Naniwa's previous traditional 8000 grit stone often called the Snow White

1700 grit / 10 micron

Hard Arkansas Replacement Stone fits Norton IM313 Professional Machine but leaves a smoother surfaceThis is a direct replacement for the Norton IM 313 sharpening system. It is a Hard Arkansas stone. Stone measures 11. 5" x 2. 5" x . 5" in size. Q. Is this Hard Arkansas stone made for the Norton IM 313 stone system? A. Yes, it is a direct replacement for the Norton system. Q. Is this made by Norton? A. No, it is not made by Norton. It is made in Arkansas, USA. Q. How do the grits of Arkansas Stones Compare to each other? A. Arkansas Stones are graded