These stones measure .537″ thick x 1.975″ wide x 6″ long. The backs are .475″ thick with a .062″ thick diamond/resin matrix. Save 10% when buying a full set.
All of the resin bond stones that we make use the same high quality, tightly sized diamonds, resin, and are mixed in the same ratios. The only difference is their sizes.
Be aware that you will need loose abrasive and a flat plate to dress them with, both for maintenance and initially, as they generally ship without being dressed.
I do not suggest using these in a guided sharpener, they are too thick, too wide, and too heavy. The 1″x 4″ or 1″x 6″ stones are far better for that application.
While I do everything possible to ensure these stones are free of voids, I can not guarantee they will be for their entire life. While they are unsightly, I have never seen them affect how the stones cut or polish.
blkvenom04 (verified owner) –
I am thoroughly impressed with Columbia Gorge Stoneworks. As a professional diamond setter, I work under high magnification daily and am highly meticulous about surface geometry. The diamond distribution on these resin-bonded stones is exceptionally dense and perfectly graded. Even the coarse 80-micron stone leaves an incredibly uniform, misty satin scratch pattern that easily outclasses competitors with finer micron ratings. These stones provide a velvety feedback on the bench and leave a beautiful scratch pattern that brings genuine joy to the sharpening process. The matrix behaves flawlessly under a light touch, cleaning up the bevel efficiently while leaving a highly structured, aggressive apex that provides the perfect balance of refined smoothness and real-world slicing bite. David provides outstanding customer service and has engineered a premier, world-class product for serious sharpeners.
blkvenom04 (verified owner) –
David at Columbia Gorge Stoneworks has created something truly special with his resin-bonded diamond line. The scratch pattern these stones leave behind is incredibly consistent across the entire bevel, providing a velvety feedback that makes sharpening a pure pleasure. The manufacturing quality control is flawless, offering a level of precision that you simply cannot find with standard mass-produced plates. Working with David is a fantastic experience, and his dedication to craftsmanship shines through in the performance of every stone. Highly recommended.
blkvenom04 (verified owner) –
I am thoroughly impressed with this 5-micron resin-bonded stone and how beautifully it takes a nice shine to the edge. If you are looking for the ultimate balance of a refined bevel and an aggressive, biting apex, CGSW resin-bonded stones are the benchmark. The dense diamond matrix behaves beautifully under a light touch, cleaning up previous scratch patterns efficiently without stripping away the edge’s slicing aggression. David runs a phenomenal company with top-tier quality control and excellent customer care. These are premium, world-class tools that bring genuine joy to the sharpening process