Diamond Knife Sharpening Rod – 25 cm (10 in), #500 Grit, G10 Handle
Diamond Knife Sharpening Rod – 25 cm (10 in), #500 Grit, G10 Handle
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25 cm (10 in) rod · #500 diamond grit · G10 handle
Keep Every Knife in the Kitchen Razor Sharp
Even the best knife loses its edge with use. This diamond sharpening rod brings it back in a few strokes: the long rod is coated with diamond chips at #500 grit, so honing is quick and easy. A must-have for dedicated chefs and home cooks alike, and it works on chef knives and many other blades.
Why sharpen?
A dull knife is the dangerous one
The rod
Diamond chips for fast, effortless sharpening
The long rod (also called a sharpening steel) is covered with diamond chips at #500 grit. It sharpens quickly and keeps your knives at their best from tip to heel.
The rod is 25 cm (10 in) long, so even long chef knives and slicers have room to move along it in one smooth stroke.
The handle
A secure grip with a G10 handle
The handle is made of cast iron and G10, shaped for a secure and comfortable grip, with a guard between handle and rod. You can hone with confidence, knowing your hand stays safely away from the edge.
Well-made from quality materials, the rod is built to stay in your kitchen for years.
How to use it
Sharp again in four simple steps
1. Hold the rod
Grab the handle of the rod and stand its tip on a solid, stable surface.
2. Set the angle
Put the edge of your knife against the rod at an angle of about 20–25 degrees.
3. Sharpen
Slide the blade along the rod from heel to tip. Repeat 3–5 times on each side of the blade until the edge is sharp again.
4. Clean the knife
Wipe the blade with a cloth to remove the fine metal particles.
How it works
Aligns the edge and clears away particles
Sliding the blade up and down the rod at the right angle creates friction that realigns the edge. It also removes small particles that can cause rust and make the blade dull.
You can use the rod on other cutting tools too, such as kitchen shears and scissors.
Why this one
Diamond rod vs the usual options
| This diamond rod | Plain honing steel | Pull-through sharpener | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond-coated surface for quick sharpening | ✓ | ✗ | some |
| Long 25 cm (10 in) rod for long blades | ✓ | some | ✗ |
| You control the angle | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Works on shears and scissors | ✓ | some | ✗ |
| Secure G10 handle with guard | ✓ | some | - |
Questions people ask
What grit is the rod?
It is a #500 grit diamond rod.
How long is it?
The rod is 25 cm (10 in) long.
Which knives can I sharpen?
Chef knives and many other kitchen blades, and also kitchen shears and scissors.
How often should I use it?
Honing regularly keeps the edge in shape. A few strokes on each side whenever the knife starts to feel less sharp is enough.
At what angle should I hold the knife?
About 20–25 degrees against the rod.
Specifications
- Rod length: 25 cm (10 in)
- Surface: diamond chips, #500 grit
- Handle: cast iron and G10
- Use: chef knives, kitchen knives, shears and scissors
What's in the box
- 1 × diamond sharpening rod