--- product_id: 272976293 title: "Glass stone 500 HR" brand: "shapton" price: "£69.19" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Shapton" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/272976293-glass-stone-500-hr store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Long-lasting durability beats traditional waterstones 500 HR grit for ultra-fast sharpening Splash & go water activation, no soaking needed Glass stone 500 HR **Brand:** shapton **Price:** £69.19 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Sharpen smarter, not harder — join the elite edge masters! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Glass stone 500 HR by shapton - **How much does it cost?** £69.19 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/272976293-glass-stone-500-hr) ## Best For - shapton enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shapton brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Engineered for longevity, outlasting conventional waterstones and reducing replacement costs - • **Effortless Use:** No soaking required—just splash water and sharpen instantly, saving you prep time - • **Complete Guidance:** Includes detailed instructions so you master the art of sharpening like a pro - • **Compact & Portable:** Sleek 8.5 x 3 x 0.75 inch design fits perfectly in any workspace or travel kit - • **Precision Edge, Fast:** 500 HR grit (29.4 microns) delivers razor-sharp results in record time ## Overview The Shapton Glass Stone 500 HR is a premium ceramic sharpening stone featuring a 500 HR grit (29.4 microns) that enables ultra-fast, precise blade refinement. Its innovative splash-and-go water activation eliminates soaking time, making it perfect for busy professionals who demand efficiency. Compact and durable, this stone outperforms traditional waterstones in longevity, backed by comprehensive instructions to elevate your sharpening skills. ## Description Shapton Glass Stones have been designed for fast sharpening and low maintenance. Shapton stones do not need to be soaked in water, you simply splash on a little water and go. Review: Best Glass Stone Out There - I bought this to address a couple of badly blunted blades and has brought them right back to life. Review: I've been using Shapton Glass Stones since about 2009, I think. They are excellent. They make sharpening very enjoyable. I do it as one of my favorite hobbies and I'm good enough at it now that other people can't even understand the heights of expertise I've reached. But people do often notice the unique appearance of my edges and when I can accomplish tasks that they can't, like cutting through thick zip-ties. I have 10 Shapton Glass Stones, the lapping plate and stone holder. I intend to complete the set, sooner or later. I do use all of the stones I have. For touch-ups I just use the higher grits, but I often find use for the coarse stones too. Being able to progress through all of the grits makes getting a fantastic edge faster and preserves all of the stones, because you aren't stuck making a big jump in coarseness and overworking a stone that is more fine than is ideal. The Shapton diamond lapping plate is necessary to get the full advantage of using these stones. You might get by with a cheaper diamond lapping plate though. If you want to master sharpening, Shapton Glass Stones are a great choice to get you there. ## Features - 500 HR grit/29.4 micron - 8.5 x 3 x 0.75 inches - Lasts longer than other waterstones - No need to soak before using the original splash and go stone - Complete instructions included ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0034YXW5Y | | Best Sellers Rank | #128,648 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #244 in Sharpening Stones | | Brand | Shapton | | Color | Gray | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (212) | | Date First Available | 16 September 2012 | | Item Weight | 400 g | | Material | Ceramic, Glass, Stone | | Model Number | 4944509501025 | | Product Dimensions | 21 x 7 x 1 cm; 400 g | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Shapton - **Colour:** Gray - **Item weight:** 400 Grams - **Material:** Ceramic, Glass, Stone - **Product dimensions:** 21L x 7W x 1H centimeters ## Images ![Glass stone 500 HR - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zPYj3eG3L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what brand of flattening stone will work well with these stones?** A: I use the Shapton diamond truing stone. **Q: Is this the 10mm version or the 5? (Abrasive layer)** A: This is 5mm **Q: What does HR mean?** A: It means high resist . **Q: What is the lap stone used for?** A: The lapping stone is used for flattening the stone. And the reason we flatten the stone is in pursuit of the perfect edge. So it is not 100% needed. You can use sandpaper and a piece of flat granit tile but it is more of a pain and the cost of sand paper does add up. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Glass Stone Out There *by M***K on 11 August 2025* I bought this to address a couple of badly blunted blades and has brought them right back to life. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***R on 13 March 2025* I've been using Shapton Glass Stones since about 2009, I think. They are excellent. They make sharpening very enjoyable. I do it as one of my favorite hobbies and I'm good enough at it now that other people can't even understand the heights of expertise I've reached. But people do often notice the unique appearance of my edges and when I can accomplish tasks that they can't, like cutting through thick zip-ties. I have 10 Shapton Glass Stones, the lapping plate and stone holder. I intend to complete the set, sooner or later. I do use all of the stones I have. For touch-ups I just use the higher grits, but I often find use for the coarse stones too. Being able to progress through all of the grits makes getting a fantastic edge faster and preserves all of the stones, because you aren't stuck making a big jump in coarseness and overworking a stone that is more fine than is ideal. The Shapton diamond lapping plate is necessary to get the full advantage of using these stones. You might get by with a cheaper diamond lapping plate though. If you want to master sharpening, Shapton Glass Stones are a great choice to get you there. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***I on 7 October 2023* TOP Schleifstein für den Grundschliff.Bin total begeister.Hält ewig im Homegebrauch .Bleibt sehr lange plan.Danach 2000 oder max 5000 Shapton Kuromaku oder glass und Küchenmesser sind schärfer als bei Neukauf. ## Frequently Bought Together - Shapton 500 grit (29.4 Micron) (HR) GlassStone Waterstone - Shapton Glass Stone 1000 Grit - Shapton Glass stone 2000 HR --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/272976293-glass-stone-500-hr](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/272976293-glass-stone-500-hr) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*