--- product_id: 7260418 title: "SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102" brand: "shapton" price: "457 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Shapton" url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7260418-shapton-glassstone-500-25micro-class-type-wa-50102 store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # Ultra-fast sharpening No soak, splash & go Precision Japanese craftsmanship SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102 **Brand:** shapton **Price:** 457 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Sharpen smarter, not harder—join the elite edge club! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102 by shapton - **How much does it cost?** 457 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7260418-shapton-glassstone-500-25micro-class-type-wa-50102) ## 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 - • **Instant Use, Zero Wait Time:** Just splash water and sharpen—no soaking needed, saving you precious minutes. - • **Optimal 500 Grit Coarseness:** Perfect balance for efficient edge refinement without over-abrading your blades. - • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Portable 210x70x10mm stone weighing only 360g—sharpen anywhere, anytime. - • **Authentic Made in Japan Quality:** Trusted craftsmanship ensuring precision and reliability for discerning professionals. - • **Durable Corundum Ceramic Surface:** Engineered for long-lasting performance and consistent sharpening results. ## Overview The Shapton 500 Grit GlassStone Waterstone is a premium Japanese sharpening stone featuring a 29.4-micron abrasive layer made from durable corundum ceramic. Measuring 210 x 70 x 10mm and weighing just 360g, it requires no soaking—just a splash of water to start sharpening instantly. Designed for professionals seeking fast, precise edge refinement with authentic craftsmanship. ## Description The Shapton 500 is a medium grit that quickly sharpens dull knives, tools and razors. You do not have to soak this stone in water before using it, just splash on a little water and start sharpening. There are three reasons Shapton Stones work so well. First, Shapton carefully grades the particle size of each grit. Second, Shapton stones have a very high density of those particles. Third, the key aspect of Shapton Glass Stones is the high degree of uniformity in the distribution of the particles. The even particle distribution results in fast honing at every grit level. This combination of uniform particle size and the dense, even distribution of those particles results in fast honing and durability. Review: The Sharpening Expert's Stones - I've been using Shapton Glass Stones since about 2009, I think. They are excellent. They make sharpening very enjoyable. I do it as one of my favorite hobbies and I'm good enough at it now that other people can't even understand the heights of expertise I've reached. But people do often notice the unique appearance of my edges and when I can accomplish tasks that they can't, like cutting through thick zip-ties. I have 10 Shapton Glass Stones, the lapping plate and stone holder. I intend to complete the set, sooner or later. I do use all of the stones I have. For touch-ups I just use the higher grits, but I often find use for the coarse stones too. Being able to progress through all of the grits makes getting a fantastic edge faster and preserves all of the stones, because you aren't stuck making a big jump in coarseness and overworking a stone that is more fine than is ideal. The Shapton diamond lapping plate is necessary to get the full advantage of using these stones. You might get by with a cheaper diamond lapping plate though. If you want to master sharpening, Shapton Glass Stones are a great choice to get you there. Review: High quality, good price - Haven't used a ton but cuts pretty quick and wears pretty slow. It does release particles, much faster than the finer grits but slow for a 500 IMO. It does seem too leave a nice finish for 500 also. It's a good all-around coarse stone. Should last a while, even though it's only 5mm. ## Features - 500 Product Number: 50102 class: 25 micro TYPE: WA Dimensions: 210 x 70 x 10mm (Abrasive Layer 5mm) Weight: approx. 360g No need to soak in water before using. Just splash on a little water and start sharpening. Instruction included Made in Japan ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0034YXW5Y | | Best Sellers Rank | #142,884 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #246 in Sharpening Stones | | Brand | Shapton | | Brand Name | Shapton | | Color | Gray | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 227 Reviews | | Grit Type | Coarse | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 8.27"L x 2.76"W x 0.39"H | | Item Weight | 400 Grams | | Manufacture Year | 2019 | | Manufacturer | SHAPTON | | Manufacturer Part Number | 4944509501025 | | Material | Corundum, Ceramic | | Material Type | Corundum, Ceramic | | Model Number | 4944509501025 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 8.27"L x 2.76"W x 0.39"H | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Material:** Corundum, Ceramic - **Brand:** Shapton - **Product Dimensions:** 8.5"L x 3"W x 0.75"H - **Item Weight:** 400 Grams - **Grit Type:** Coarse - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Manufacturer:** Enterprises - **Manufacture Year:** 2019 ## Images ![SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zPYj3eG3L.jpg) ![SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51FJUcERNRL.jpg) ![SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ClbXdActL.jpg) ![SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41NqETJ6UiL.jpg) ![SHAPTON GlassStone 500 25micro class TYPE WA 50102 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61S+jtXnT7L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what brand of flattening stone will work well with these stones?** A: I use the Shapton diamond truing stone. **Q: Is this the 10mm version or the 5? (Abrasive layer)** A: This is 5mm **Q: What does HR mean?** A: It means high resist . **Q: What is the lap stone used for?** A: The lapping stone is used for flattening the stone. And the reason we flatten the stone is in pursuit of the perfect edge. So it is not 100% needed. You can use sandpaper and a piece of flat granit tile but it is more of a pain and the cost of sand paper does add up. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Sharpening Expert's Stones *by R***R on March 13, 2025* I've been using Shapton Glass Stones since about 2009, I think. They are excellent. They make sharpening very enjoyable. I do it as one of my favorite hobbies and I'm good enough at it now that other people can't even understand the heights of expertise I've reached. But people do often notice the unique appearance of my edges and when I can accomplish tasks that they can't, like cutting through thick zip-ties. I have 10 Shapton Glass Stones, the lapping plate and stone holder. I intend to complete the set, sooner or later. I do use all of the stones I have. For touch-ups I just use the higher grits, but I often find use for the coarse stones too. Being able to progress through all of the grits makes getting a fantastic edge faster and preserves all of the stones, because you aren't stuck making a big jump in coarseness and overworking a stone that is more fine than is ideal. The Shapton diamond lapping plate is necessary to get the full advantage of using these stones. You might get by with a cheaper diamond lapping plate though. If you want to master sharpening, Shapton Glass Stones are a great choice to get you there. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High quality, good price *by C***Y on September 24, 2023* Haven't used a ton but cuts pretty quick and wears pretty slow. It does release particles, much faster than the finer grits but slow for a 500 IMO. It does seem too leave a nice finish for 500 also. It's a good all-around coarse stone. Should last a while, even though it's only 5mm. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great stone but be aware of what you're getting. *by J***. on March 8, 2019* The entire Shapton Glass series is great. This is a great grit for rebuilding an edge and I use it as part of a progression: 500 -> 1000 -> 4000. This stone is "splash and go" which means not having to deal with the hassle of soaking stones. This stone doesn't feel like traditional stones. This stone is very, very hard and doesn't give a lot of feedback. It's thin relative to other brands but it'll last as long if not longer. It's so hard it doesn't dish very much, you'll want a diamond stone to flatten it when you eventually need to. ## Frequently Bought Together - Shapton 500 grit (29.4 Micron) (HR) GlassStone Waterstone - Shapton Glass Stone 1000 Grit - Shapton Glass stone 2000 HR --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7260418-shapton-glassstone-500-25micro-class-type-wa-50102](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/7260418-shapton-glassstone-500-25micro-class-type-wa-50102) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*