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Learn About Knife Sharpeners & Honing Steels
Maintain your professional knives with knife sharpeners and honing steels. We have a wide selection- from top brands like F. Dick, Mercer, Zwilling, Waring and Browne - and have options that range from high-quality to budget-friendly.
Our selection of knife sharpeners includes pull-through knife sharpeners, duo knife sharpeners, three-station knife sharpeners, compact knife sharpeners and even belt grinder sharpeners. Each type of sharpener is made differently, but all are designed to properly maintain your knife's blade.
We have a large selection of honing steels. Designed to smooth/sharpen blades, it keeps your edge sharp. Our options include round honing steels, oval honing steels and tapered honing steels. We have multiple handle styles and colours.
Learn more with our How to Maintain Your Professional Knives Guide.
Knife Sharpeners & Honing Steels FAQ
What is the best way to sharpen a knife at home?
Sharpening a knife at home can be done with a knife sharpener - a sharpening steel, pull-through sharpener, sharpening stone or even an electric knife sharpener.
What grit should you use to sharpen a knife?
The grit required depends on your knife blade - the duller your knife, the coarser the grit you should start with. 250 grit is a coarse grit and work up to a finer grit (1000 grit). Grit can range from 240 to 10,000 or more.
How do you sharpen a knife properly?
That depends on what type of knife sharpener you are using. Always refer to the knife sharpener's directions, whether it is a sharpening steel or electric knife sharpener.
Do you wet a stone before sharpening a knife?
It depends on the type of stone - there are oil stones, water stones, ceramic stones, and diamond stones. Always refer to the manufacturer's recommendations for the proper use of the stone.