Care for your water-stone:
-Soak this stone for 20-30 minutes, in water, before use.-Keep stone flat with truing stone.
-Keep stone clean with nagura stone.
-Dry at room temerature.
-Store in cool area.
-Keep away from heat sources.
1000 grit is a must have in any knife sharpeners kit.
Always keep stone lubricated with plenty of water, NEVER put oil on this stone.