Why is it called a "wet-stone"? Should it be wetted with water for use?

As some of the other answers have alluded to by correctly spelling it "whet stone". "Whet" means to sharpen or hone, hence it is a "sharpening stone". It will whet without water or oil (it is simply an abrasive stone), wetting it simply prevents heat build up due to friction.

Is this whetstone worth buying? How does it work for Kitchen knife

My kitchen knives are the sharpest they have ever been. You need to use both sides of the stone for a perfect finish (20-30 mins a knife) but it's very therapeutic. I'm very happy with my purchase.

Don't whetstones need to be soaked for at least 12 hours?

Perhaps no idea. I did it for 20mins and I can cut through silk (probably). But if you want to soak it for 12 hours you can. I may have when I first got it, but can not remember. I just followed the insctructions. Either way its calming sharpening.

Do instructions come with this?

There is a little leaflet in the box, but that won’t teach you how to sharpen with a stone like this. If you’ve never used a stone like this, I suggest you look it up on YouTube. There are hundreds of videos on how to do it... once you’ve tried it a few times, you’ll get the hang of it. It’s not that difficult :-)

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SHAN ZU Japanese Whetstone 1000/6000 Grit Sharpening Stone Bamboo Base

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Brand
SHAN ZU
Colour
Whetstone
Grit type
Coarse Grit
Item weight
998 Grams
Manufacturer
SHAN ZU
Material
Corundum

🌿Non-slip bamboo & silicone base

💧Water-based easy sharpening

🔪1000/6000 dual grit precision

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🔪 Sharpen like a pro, slice like a boss!

DUAL GRIT MASTERY - Coarse 1000 grit for fast edge restoration, fine 6000 grit for razor-sharp polish
PRECISION ANGLE GUIDE - Maintain the ideal 15-20° sharpening angle for professional results and safety
ECO FRIENDLY SHARPENING - Water lubrication replaces oil—clean, simple, and mess-free
STABLE SHARPENING SETUP - Non-slip bamboo and silicone bases keep your stone rock-solid during use
VERSATILE EDGE ENHANCER - Perfect for kitchen knives, sushi blades, scissors, axes, and more

The SHAN ZU Japanese Whetstone is a premium 2-in-1 sharpening stone featuring 1000 grit for coarse sharpening and 6000 grit for fine honing. Crafted from durable white corundum, it includes a non-slip bamboo base, silicone holder, and angle guide for precise, safe sharpening. Water-based use ensures easy maintenance, while its versatility covers a wide range of blades from kitchen knives to hunting tools. Trusted by thousands with a 4.6-star rating and backed by a 12-month warranty.

Specifications

ASIN	B077K36682
Best Sellers Rank	14,329 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 6 in Sharpening Stones
Brand	SHAN ZU
Brand Name	SHAN ZU
Colour	Whetstone
Country Of Origin	China
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 15,756 Reviews
Grit Type	Coarse Grit,Fine Grit
Grit type	Coarse Grit , Fine Grit
Item Dimensions L x W x H	33L x 10W x 5H centimetres
Item Highlight	White Corundum Material, 2-in-1 Wetstone Kit with Non-Slip Rubber Holder and Angle Guide for Professional Sharpening
Item Type Name	whetstone
Item Weight	998 Grams
Item weight	998 Grams
Manufacturer	SHAN ZU
Manufacturer Part Number	SZ-2017-001
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Manufacturer warranty for 12 months from date of purchase.
Material	Corundum
Material Type	Corundum
Model Number	SZ-2017-001
Number of Items	1
Product dimensions	33L x 10W x 5H centimetres
UPC	714757571255
Unit Count	1.0 count

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