Starrett 12" Straight Edge, One Beveled Edge Made in the USA The leather we use is

The leather we use is selected for its flesh side properties

are much softer than many bench grinder wheels which burn blades easily

The coarse 30 Micron Diamond Lapping Film reprofiles bevels to a smooth and sturdy convex shape

75" Stainless Steel Guide Rods

the tradition bond absorbs water and thus requires soaking before use

Starrett 12" Straight Edge, One Beveled Edge Made in the USA The leather we use isA Quality Straight Edge A quality straight edge is invaluable for determining the flatness of your stones. Ordinary rulers are not effective to measure the true flatness of sharpening stones. Rulers are not really designed for the job and are often flexible, which makes it almost impossible to determine flatness. The Starrett 385 Series Steel Straight Edit with Bevel Edge is precision ground and nicely finished to rigid Starrett standards. It is