Vtg Norton India Oilstone Combination Bench Sharpener Box Behr-Manning FLAT
Genuine Vintage Norton Abrasives India Oilstone - Made in U.S.A.
This is an authentic, mid-century professional-grade bench sharpening whetstone manufactured by Behr-Manning in Troy, New York. This high-quality tool is highly sought after by woodworkers, knife collectors, and traditional craftsmen for restoring fine cutting edges.
Product Highlights:
Model: No. 1 COMB (Combination Coarse & Fine grits).
Material: Premium factory-pre-oiled Norton Alundum Abrasive (Aluminum Oxide).
Dual-Sided: Features a dark coarse grit layer on one side for setting a fresh edge, and a lighter orange/brown fine grit layer on the reverse side for final honing.
Dimensions: Approximately 6 inches long by 2 inches wide by 1 inch thick.
Original Packaging: Includes the highly collectible vintage cardboard display box featuring the iconic Norton geometric triangle pattern and clear "Behr-Manning, Troy, N.Y." branding. The inner lid still features its original paper factory instruction insert intact.
Condition Notes:
The stone is in excellent, structurally sound condition with clean, sharp edges and minimal vintage wear. It shows light evidence of historic oiling and honing use as pictured. The original decorative cardboard box shows light storage scuffs and minor corner wear consistent with its age but remains sturdy and intact. Please review the high-resolution photos for close-up surface texture details and exact ruler measurements. Selling as picturedÂ
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