The dmt d8 diamond sharpening bench whetstone has non slip feet and will not break chip crack hollow or groove the d8 whetstone is made from the hardest material which is one of the most efficient sharpening abrasive available in unique interrupted surface and continuous surface light pressure produces a sharp edge with just a few strokes use water for lubrication no oil smell or mess and can hone all hard materials carbide steel etc and is supplied with non skid mat precision continuous monocry