MMMM no it is wrhite on the cartbox 2 min soak . When the air bubles stop , it is ready , and has to be moisten a litle bit in the time of the honing. It cluch with metal a little bit but i rubb him gently with my palm and is ready again .
I suspect it is King Deluxe 1200 grit made for Makitta corp. and relabeled .Pretty good and fast stone . Consistent results with every razor i put on it .