I am dealing with the knife grinding for a long time, and I wanted to have a cheap stone in order once again to grind my kitchen knives all. I therefore do not "wear out" my dear stones wanted. But after I had surprisingly good results in the first few meters, I took one of my better knife on hand to try out the stone to it, and I have to say that the 3000 side allows a great touch. Deducted with the leather strap and a polishing paste, the result has become surprisingly good. Can really recommend the stone. The delivery was by the way very, very quickly there. My compliments to the dealer!