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SHARPAL 162N Diamond Sharpening Stone — keeps every chisel and plane iron sharp
SHARPAL 162N Dual-Grit Diamond Sharpening Stone (8 x 3 in)
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- Chisel & plane owners
- Hand-tool woodworkers
- Pairs with new chisels
- Workshop sharpening
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Why this gift works
The SHARPAL 162N is an 8 x 3 inch dual-grit diamond whetstone: 325 grit for reshaping and 1200 grit for a fine edge, flat to within 0.002 inch. It sits in a storage box with metal hinges and a non-slip rubber base, comes with an angle guide, and can be used dry or with water or oil. SHARPAL gives it a three-year warranty.
Sharp tools are safer and far more pleasant to use, and a diamond plate stays flat - unlike many water stones - so it keeps chisels and plane irons honed without the constant flattening. The large 8-inch size fits wide plane irons, which smaller stones do not.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A woodworker whose chisels have gone dull
- Someone who has just bought their first hand plane
Think twice if
- They already own a full set of sharpening stones
The catch
A new diamond plate feels rough for the first few uses until it breaks in, and 1200 grit is a fine edge rather than a mirror polish - some woodworkers add a finer stone or strop.
Skip for someone with a full sharpening system already, or who only uses power tools.
Key specs
| Brand | SHARPAL |
|---|---|
| Model | 162N dual-grit diamond whetstone |
| Size | 8 x 3 in (203 x 76 mm) |
| Grits | 325 coarse and 1200 extra fine |
| Flatness | +/- 0.002 in |
| Use | Dry, or with water or oil |
| In the box | Storage case with non-slip rubber base, angle guide |
| Warranty | 3 years (maker) |
Worth knowing before you buy
- It feels rough at first and smooths with use.
- Wipe it dry after use, per SHARPAL.
Why we like it
- Diamond stays flat, so no constant flattening
- Big enough for plane irons
- Case, base and angle guide included
What to look for in a sharpening stone
- Diamond or water stone. Diamond stays flat and cuts fast; water stones need flattening.
- Size. An 8-inch stone handles plane irons; smaller stones suit knives and chisels.
- Grit pair. A coarse and fine side covers repair and finishing.
Questions people ask
No - SHARPAL says it can be used dry; water or oil is optional, and the stone should be cleaned and dried after.
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