{"product_id":"japanese-sabitoru-rust-eraser","title":"Japanese Sabitoru Rust Eraser","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOverview\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Sabitoru Rust Eraser\u003c\/strong\u003e is a simple and effective abrasive cleaning block designed for removing \u003cstrong\u003erust, oxidation, patina, and stubborn surface staining from knife blades and other metal surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the fiberglass pen, which excels at small spots and tight detail work, the Sabitoru provides a larger working surface that's better suited for cleaning and restoring broader areas of a blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts flexible abrasive material works much like an eraser—allowing you to work directly over affected areas with controlled pressure until the unwanted rust or discoloration is removed. Sabitoru rust erasers are made in Japan and are widely used for maintaining carbon-steel Japanese knives and tools. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCliff's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere our fiberglass pen is better for \u003cstrong\u003esmall rust spots and precision work\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Sabitoru is what I'd reach for when there's a larger area of surface rust or staining that needs to be cleaned up.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003emultiple grits\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Sabitoru allows you to choose the level of abrasive action appropriate for the job from more aggressive rust removal to finer cleanup and finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak the eraser in water for 5–10 minutes before use\u003c\/strong\u003e, then use light pressure and work in the same direction as the existing grain or scratch pattern of the blade. That helps keep the resulting finish as uniform as possible. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember that this is an \u003cstrong\u003eabrasive\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a chemical rust remover. It can change the appearance of polished, etched, coated, or other specialty finishes, so start gently and only work the area as much as necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Japanese Sabitoru rust eraser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbrasive rubber-style cleaning block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for rust, oxidation, patina, and stubborn surface stains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for carbon-steel knife maintenance and restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible block conforms better to the work surface than a rigid abrasive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate size: \u003cstrong\u003e65 × 40 × 8–10 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse wet for knife cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse and thoroughly dry the blade after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always use light pressure and follow the existing grain\/finish of the steel when possible. Because the Sabitoru removes material through abrasion, aggressive use may alter the blade's original finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curry Custom Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":71205025612029,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine","offer_id":71205025644797,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/6004\/1469\/files\/JapaneseRustEraser.jpg?v=1788034269","url":"https:\/\/currycustomcutlery.com\/products\/japanese-sabitoru-rust-eraser","provider":"Curry Custom Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}