--- product_id: 12329232 title: "K0705#12000 Finish Cream" brand: "shapton" price: "455 zΕ‚" currency: PLN in_stock: false reviews_count: 9 category: "Shapton" url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/12329232-k0705-12000-finish-cream store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # ceramic stone for lasting durability 12000 grit ultra-fine finish precision polishing & edge retention K0705#12000 Finish Cream **Brand:** shapton **Price:** 455 zΕ‚ **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > πŸ”ͺ Elevate your edge game with Shapton’s ultimate finishing touch! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** K0705#12000 Finish Cream by shapton - **How much does it cost?** 455 zΕ‚ with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/12329232-k0705-12000-finish-cream) ## Best For - shapton enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shapton brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Stable Sharpening Base:** Includes a non-slip case doubling as a sharpening platform for steady control. - β€’ **Splash & Go Convenience:** Ready to use out of the boxβ€”no lapping or prep needed. - β€’ **Durable Ceramic Composition:** Engineered for long-lasting performance without mud or clogging. - β€’ **Unrivaled Ultra-Fine Polish:** Achieve a mirror-like blade finish with #12000 grit precision. - β€’ **Trusted by Pros & Enthusiasts:** Join thousands who rely on Shapton for razor-sharp edges and flawless gloss. ## Overview The Shapton K0705#12000 Finish Cream is a premium ceramic whetstone designed for ultra-fine polishing and edge refinement. Measuring 8.3 x 2.8 x 0.6 inches, it delivers a superior mirror finish with minimal maintenance, featuring a splash-and-go design that requires no flattening. Its durable composition resists clogging and wear, making it a must-have for professionals and serious sharpening enthusiasts seeking precision and longevity. ## Description ● Shapton's biggest bestseller. Blade blackhead series. Review: Some of the best water stones on the market! - The kuromaku 220 and 320 are two must have stones for sharpeners. They are fast cutting and slow wearing stones that handle even steels like super blue at 65rc very well. Now they aren't for steels with high levels of tungsten and or Vanadium carbides but any of your lower alloy steels even if they are ran very hard these stones will do a fine job with. I sharpen zdp189 at 67rc on them all the time and they handle it very well, zdp189 is a high alloy steel with lots of carbides of course but it's chromium carbide mainly and these stones will cut chromium carbide efficiently and effectively. The kuromaku line of stones offers a lot of performance and quality for a very fair price. They are true splash and go stones and that's a huge plus and they aren't messy when sharpening as they don't create any mud, just swarf and they don't load up with steel so that's another huge plus. They come perfectly flat out the box and no lapping needed out the box and that's very nice! I really love these stones and have the full line of them except for the 30k as I don't have a need for it beings I have the 30k shapton glass stone and rarely if ever use the 30k except on straight razors maybe once or twice a year and the 30k stones are very expensive for something that isn't hardly ever used. The 120, 220 and 320 are the cherries of the kuromaku line, they are amazing stones and the extremely fast cutting they are capable of makes them a real gem and 3 that every sharpener should have in their arsenal. Out of the 3 coarse stones if you are only gonna get one I would suggest the 220 as the 320 isn't aggressive enough for heavy reprofiling or larger chip damage repair and the 220 is yet it's not as fast wearing at the 120 is and still cuts steel plenty fast. Personally I only use the 120 for thinning knives and the 220 is for reprofiling and damage correction. The 320 is my start stone to set a fresh bevel and remove fatigued steel on well used and dulled edges and that's what the 320 is perfect for, the 320 is also great if your looking for a fast cutting stone that's a one and done type stone for nice super toothy edges, you can finish on the 320 and have a very aggressive toothy edge if that's what your looking for. The 1k is the best all around stone for most people, it's the perfect one and done stone for home cooks and for general sharpening so long as there is little to no damage to the edge and your not trying to reprofile. The 1k leaves a very sharp edge with high level of keenness and good bite/tooth and is personally the stone I finish most of my cooking knives on as it's the perfect finish for general kitchen knives where you want high keenness but also with good bite. Knives that I use for cutting delicate pieces of fish they will be finished at 8 or 16k but those are knives that are for a specific purpose and require very high levels of keenness with very little bite. Every stone in the kuromaku lineup is very good and each grit has a purpose but for most people the 220, 1000, 5000 will be a pretty well complete set of stones that will cover all their needs. A lot of people will tell you go 320, 1k, 5k but trust me and go 220 instead of the 320 and you will thank me as soon as you have a big chip you need to sharpen out or you are wanting to reprofile a knife that's in a hard and wear resistant steel that's not to say the 320 isn't a great stone because it most definitely is but the 220 will serve most people better just for the fact that it will significantly speed up reprofiling and or damage correction over the 320 and most people aren't going to finish on the 320 anyhow they will go to at least the 1k. These are great quality stones and if you buy them you will be happy and you will have a quality sharpening set that will last you many years and provide you with high performance. The case they come with has great grip on the bottom so when you place the stone in the top of the holder and use it as a sharpening base everything will stay nice and stable for you so a stone vice isn't needed if you don't already have one, the case doubles as a storage case and a sharpening base. Get you some kuromakus and you will be happy! Review: Nothing to complain of - Let me say that these are not the best stones on the market, but they are certainly up there in quality and dependability. For me, I just don't feel like spending hundreds of dollars to get those stones. For the price and quality, these stones are, by far, the best out there. They are pure Japanese stones and if you know anything about Japanese swords and sharpening them, these are the stones to have. Issue? Once you get one in your inventory, you will quickly realize that the other stones Shapton offers need to be in your collection as well. The grit size is pretty darn close, and you may have to use some caution (also known as technique) to use the "right" stone for what you are attempting to achieve. This particular stone is ceramic and quit forgiving if you are just starting with knife sharpening. As you progress, get better, you will find that these stone will grow with you. The stone comes with a plastic base, and although descent, you may wish to invest in a stone holder, (or if you have more stones a couple of holders) to assist you in getting that desired edge. Generally, if you are not interested in getting hundreds of dollars of sharpening stones, and just want to get into the entry level, then these are the go-to stones. Well made, durable, and with the right stone, can give you that perfect edge. The directions for how to use the stone are in Japanese and it is advisable to get the English translation to make sure you use the instructions correctly. They are, by nature, delicate and fragile (at least the ceramic ones) and are intended to be used by someone familiar with the techniques, processes involved, and knowledge of sharpening. Hand-sharpening knives is an art-form and not for the faint of heart. As quickly as you can put an edge on a knife you can ruin it. But with good technique and practice you can hardly do worse than having high quality stones in your work force. These are those stones. ## Features - Features: This is a #12000 finish whetstone with a polishing force that cannot be found in this kind and produces a long cutting edge and gloss - Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 2.8 x 0.6 inches (210 x 70 - Item Number: K0705 - Grit size: #12000 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002LVZG1E | | Best Sellers Rank | #8,885 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #15 in Sharpening Stones | | Brand | Shapton | | Color | Cream | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (8,738) | | Date First Available | August 7, 2012 | | Department | All Ages/Unisex | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04944509307054 | | Grit Type | Finishing Whetstone | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1.1 pounds | | Item model number | 3-0222-0109 | | Manufacturer | γ‚·γƒ£γƒ—γƒˆγƒ³(Shapton) | | Material | Whetstone | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 8.27"L x 2.76"W x 0.59"H | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Shapton - **Color:** Cream - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 04944509307054 - **Grit Type:** Finishing Whetstone - **Item Weight:** 500 Grams - **Manufacturer:** γ‚·γƒ£γƒ—γƒˆγƒ³(Shapton) - **Material:** Whetstone - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Product Dimensions:** 8.27"L x 2.76"W x 0.59"H ## Images ![K0705#12000 Finish Cream - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Ug0poRP1L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the best flattening stone for this whetstone?** A: Trend has a super flat (+/- .0005 inch) diamond lapping stone for about $110 USD. It's double sided with 300 grit on once side and 1000 grit on another. It's an awesome option when paired with a 8000 shapton stone and some chromium oxide strop compound. Also don't bother with the leather strop, just use a piece of scrap wood. **Q: How should the stone be flatten and how often? Does it need to be a diamond lapping plate? Also can this stone be used to sharpen ceramic knifes?** A: These stones don't require flattening/leveling as fast as a combo stone. They do still require maintenance. I use my Ha No 1k to flatten a combo stone I use to upkeep house knives. I then use my Ha No 1k and 5k to flatten each other for my personal knives. The combo gets a quip lap after every knife. The Ha No stones last about 6-8 sessions before I notice any dip. I'll post a video on how to my YouTube very soon. As far as ceramic, no. Only true diamond plates or specialty stones can sharpen those. But if you have a real ceramic knife, it shouldn't need sharpening. **Q: 2 days late . Where is my stone** A: These questions aren't designed for this section, that is what messaging the seller or contacting Amazon help is for. This section is CLEARLY for asking questions ABOUT the item so someone, like myself, or a seller can answer, and others can see this question and if they have a similar question, then here is the answer.... Please utilize the system properly. **Q: Can you use both sides of the stone or is it glued to a base?** A: You can use both sides of the stone, not glued. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Some of the best water stones on the market! *by S***E on July 28, 2025* The kuromaku 220 and 320 are two must have stones for sharpeners. They are fast cutting and slow wearing stones that handle even steels like super blue at 65rc very well. Now they aren't for steels with high levels of tungsten and or Vanadium carbides but any of your lower alloy steels even if they are ran very hard these stones will do a fine job with. I sharpen zdp189 at 67rc on them all the time and they handle it very well, zdp189 is a high alloy steel with lots of carbides of course but it's chromium carbide mainly and these stones will cut chromium carbide efficiently and effectively. The kuromaku line of stones offers a lot of performance and quality for a very fair price. They are true splash and go stones and that's a huge plus and they aren't messy when sharpening as they don't create any mud, just swarf and they don't load up with steel so that's another huge plus. They come perfectly flat out the box and no lapping needed out the box and that's very nice! I really love these stones and have the full line of them except for the 30k as I don't have a need for it beings I have the 30k shapton glass stone and rarely if ever use the 30k except on straight razors maybe once or twice a year and the 30k stones are very expensive for something that isn't hardly ever used. The 120, 220 and 320 are the cherries of the kuromaku line, they are amazing stones and the extremely fast cutting they are capable of makes them a real gem and 3 that every sharpener should have in their arsenal. Out of the 3 coarse stones if you are only gonna get one I would suggest the 220 as the 320 isn't aggressive enough for heavy reprofiling or larger chip damage repair and the 220 is yet it's not as fast wearing at the 120 is and still cuts steel plenty fast. Personally I only use the 120 for thinning knives and the 220 is for reprofiling and damage correction. The 320 is my start stone to set a fresh bevel and remove fatigued steel on well used and dulled edges and that's what the 320 is perfect for, the 320 is also great if your looking for a fast cutting stone that's a one and done type stone for nice super toothy edges, you can finish on the 320 and have a very aggressive toothy edge if that's what your looking for. The 1k is the best all around stone for most people, it's the perfect one and done stone for home cooks and for general sharpening so long as there is little to no damage to the edge and your not trying to reprofile. The 1k leaves a very sharp edge with high level of keenness and good bite/tooth and is personally the stone I finish most of my cooking knives on as it's the perfect finish for general kitchen knives where you want high keenness but also with good bite. Knives that I use for cutting delicate pieces of fish they will be finished at 8 or 16k but those are knives that are for a specific purpose and require very high levels of keenness with very little bite. Every stone in the kuromaku lineup is very good and each grit has a purpose but for most people the 220, 1000, 5000 will be a pretty well complete set of stones that will cover all their needs. A lot of people will tell you go 320, 1k, 5k but trust me and go 220 instead of the 320 and you will thank me as soon as you have a big chip you need to sharpen out or you are wanting to reprofile a knife that's in a hard and wear resistant steel that's not to say the 320 isn't a great stone because it most definitely is but the 220 will serve most people better just for the fact that it will significantly speed up reprofiling and or damage correction over the 320 and most people aren't going to finish on the 320 anyhow they will go to at least the 1k. These are great quality stones and if you buy them you will be happy and you will have a quality sharpening set that will last you many years and provide you with high performance. The case they come with has great grip on the bottom so when you place the stone in the top of the holder and use it as a sharpening base everything will stay nice and stable for you so a stone vice isn't needed if you don't already have one, the case doubles as a storage case and a sharpening base. Get you some kuromakus and you will be happy! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nothing to complain of *by A***R on October 17, 2024* Let me say that these are not the best stones on the market, but they are certainly up there in quality and dependability. For me, I just don't feel like spending hundreds of dollars to get those stones. For the price and quality, these stones are, by far, the best out there. They are pure Japanese stones and if you know anything about Japanese swords and sharpening them, these are the stones to have. Issue? Once you get one in your inventory, you will quickly realize that the other stones Shapton offers need to be in your collection as well. The grit size is pretty darn close, and you may have to use some caution (also known as technique) to use the "right" stone for what you are attempting to achieve. This particular stone is ceramic and quit forgiving if you are just starting with knife sharpening. As you progress, get better, you will find that these stone will grow with you. The stone comes with a plastic base, and although descent, you may wish to invest in a stone holder, (or if you have more stones a couple of holders) to assist you in getting that desired edge. Generally, if you are not interested in getting hundreds of dollars of sharpening stones, and just want to get into the entry level, then these are the go-to stones. Well made, durable, and with the right stone, can give you that perfect edge. The directions for how to use the stone are in Japanese and it is advisable to get the English translation to make sure you use the instructions correctly. They are, by nature, delicate and fragile (at least the ceramic ones) and are intended to be used by someone familiar with the techniques, processes involved, and knowledge of sharpening. Hand-sharpening knives is an art-form and not for the faint of heart. As quickly as you can put an edge on a knife you can ruin it. But with good technique and practice you can hardly do worse than having high quality stones in your work force. These are those stones. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ good stone for sharpening purposes *by S***N on December 27, 2025* I have received this order on Oahu, Hawaii, 96825. I only have a few whetstone for sharpening some of my Japanese knives but this whetstone sharpen very well, it does not cut too fast or too much, which is perfect for touch up and regular sharpening upkeep of your knife. Can get your Japanese knife sharpen in a few minutes, feedback is good and relatively smooth. ## Frequently Bought Together - Shapton K0705#12000 Finish Cream - Shapton K0710 Melon 8000 Blade Finishing - SHAPTON Ha No Kuromaku Ceramic Whetstone (A-set) Medium Grit (#1000) + Fine Grit (#5000) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/12329232-k0705-12000-finish-cream](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/12329232-k0705-12000-finish-cream) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-04-27*