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A straightforward and easy-to-use sharpener that brings back bite to the blade of my Global knife. It didn't sharpen non--Global knives as well, but it still improved their sharpness. ...I bought this to sharpen my Global knives that I love. It is very...
Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, effective sharpening
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My knives are in very good shape so I haven't used the coarse sharpening slot yet. ...sharpen your knife well
Pros: effectiveness, easy to use, quality
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Now I Can Sharpen at Home...It's made for my Miyabi knives so I don't have to worry about if the knives are being sharpened at the correct angle. ...Sharpening steel and Miyabi Kaizen ceramic sharpen...Very quick and inexpensive way to keep Miyabi Kaisen...
Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, works well
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I've had some of my knives for 15 years and they're in fine condition but periodically need sharpening. ...I am very pleased with this. I don't need to sharpen knives often, and this did a very nice job....Great Knife Sharpener...Sharp knives
Pros: effectiveness, ease of use, easy to use
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Fantastic Sharpening Set...If you need to sharpen a knife, this Glass Water Stone has everything you need to get a professional result....Must-have for your Kramer knives...If you have Kramer knives at home, this sharpening set is so necessary to maintain...
Pros: effectiveness, quality, ease of use
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For both straight-edge and serrated blades, this durable two-stage sharpener provides precision angle control. It imparts fast, foolproof and highly durable edges. The first stage incorporates 100-percent-diamond abrasives, while the second uses a unique...
Pros: love it, excellent product, informative
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Sharp knives like I didn?t know was possible...Until we used this device to sharpen our knives, I didn?t know what a sharp knife felt like. ...Excellent sharpening at home!...Works great on our older Shun knives. Follow the instructions closely and...
Pros: effectiveness, ease of use, sharpness
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This product is so easy to use! And it sharpens the knife very well! I just bought mine and brought it home to sharpen my kitchen knives. ...Easy to use knife sharpener...ve always have been intimated to sharpen knives but this product is very easy to...
Pros: easy to use, ease of use, effectiveness
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After recently becoming a Global knife user, I quickly looked into my sharpening options as these knives are different from European knives. ...It seems to sharpen some knives but not all; so a little disappointing.
Pros: effectiveness, ease of use, sharpens knives well
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I use this rod between sharpenings. The ceramic cleans up my blade and gives it a little edge. ...Zwilling Bob Kramer ceramic sharpening rod...Just recent received my Zwilling Bob Kramer ceramic sharpening rod and have used it every day on various fine...
Pros: sharpens knives effectively, complements older sharpening rod, effective sharpening
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I am somewhat obsessive regarding our vintage Messermeister kitchen knives and have difficulty finding someone to sharpen them in our current area, so I decided to try it myself. ...Practicing on some older knives before I attempt to sharpen my Messermeisters!...
Pros: effectiveness, sharpness, sharpens knives
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This easy-to-use honing rod gently realigns the cutting edges of your Shun cutlery, enabling you to maintain the razor-sharp blades between sharpenings. While fine European knives can require honing after each use, Shun’s harder steel means you...
Pros: easy to use, sharpens knives, game changer
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The Kyocera company offers yearly sharpening for a small fee. But, you will need to send them the knives and patiently wait for the return....Convenient but doesn't get as sharp as when I used to mail it in to sharpen
Pros: effectiveness, works fairly well, sharpens well
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Wanted something to keep my knives sharp. It does a great job. You won't be sorry....This knife steel thankfully resurrected my knives back to the sharp state they were in beforehand.
Pros: effective, easy to use, nice feel
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Maintain the razor-sharp edges of your knives between sharpenings with this easy-to-use ceramic honing rod. Lightweight design features ergonomic handle with Global’s signature dimple pattern, which provides a stronger grip. Oversized hand guard...
Pros: versatility, length, honing ability
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Super sharp, beautiful knives...I love the sharpening feature and these knives are razor sharp! ...Beautiful knife set. The self sharpening feature is what sold us. mu husband can no longer sharpen the knives by hand so this will keep our knives sharp!!...
Pros: sharpness, quality, durable
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Best Home use knife set ever!...The self sharpening block makes life easier, sharp knives simply work better....We also love the self sharpening features that the knives are sharpen each time we use them.
Pros: sharpness, quality, self-sharpening feature
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Best Knife...I LOVE this knife. I took your Knife Shills class and tried out a number of knives. ...The best knife!...Tips, make sure bring it to a professional cutler and sharpen it with a sharpening steel at home once in a while.
Pros: lightweight, sharpness, quality
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Top tier quality knife set. The block does leave additional slots for knives outside of the set. ...Got the knives home and washed them up. They are very lightweight, easy to grip and control, and SHARP!
Pros: sharpness, lightweight, quality
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Love this knife...I goit this knife as a gift and as a home cook I absolutely love it. ...Exceptional paring knife...I found the knife block had a few paring knives but none seemed to be that great.
Pros: sharpness, quality, recommendation
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Ideal for peeling, coring, trimming and other detail work, this paring knife offers complete control due to its small size. Shun’s Sora collection utilizes a proprietary composite blade technology to fuse a VG10 cutting edge to a Japanese 420J...
Pros: versatility, affordable, perfect size
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Ideal for slicing through crusty bread and juicy tomatoes, this serrated blade offers impeccable Japanese craftsmanship at an amazing value. Shun’s Sora collection utilizes a proprietary composite blade technology to fuse a VG10 cutting edge to...
Pros: smooth cutting, less crumbs, effortless cutting
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Keep your favorite knives perfectly sharp and performing their best with Viking’s sharpening steel. For long cutlery life, hone the cutting edge on your blades before or after each use. This sharpening steel is magnetized, so it captures the small...
Home Knife Sharpening
Experience the joy of effortlessly slicing through ingredients with our home knife sharpening collection. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an enthusiastic home cook, keeping your knives sharp is essential for achieving precision and efficiency in the kitchen. Our carefully curated selection of knife-sharpening tools and accessories ensures that you can maintain the razor-sharp edge of your favorite blades right at home. From easy-to-use sharpening stones to convenient electric sharpeners, we have everything you need to bring new life to your dull knives. Discover the secret to achieving professional-level sharpness and elevate your culinary skills with our home knife sharpening collection.
Home Knife Sharpening
FAQ List
The frequency of knife sharpening depends on how often you use your knives and the type of blades you have. As a general rule, it's recommended to sharpen your knives every 2-3 months for regular home use. However, if you frequently use your knives for heavy-duty tasks or notice a decrease in performance, it may be necessary to sharpen them more often.
Most of our home knife sharpening products are designed to sharpen straight-edged knives. While some tools may have a serrated blade sharpening option, it's important to check the product specifications or instructions to ensure compatibility. For serrated knives, it's often best to seek professional sharpening services or use specialized sharpeners specifically designed for serrated blades.
Not all home knife sharpening products are suitable for ceramic knives. Ceramic blades are extremely hard and require specialized sharpening tools that are specifically designed for ceramic materials. It's important to read the product descriptions or consult with our customer service team to find the right sharpener for your ceramic knives.
While some home knife sharpening products may offer additional functionality for sharpening scissors or other tools, it's important to check the product specifications or instructions to ensure compatibility. Keep in mind that different tools may require different sharpening techniques and accessories, so it's always best to use the appropriate sharpening tools for each specific item.
Determining the sharpness of a knife can be subjective, but there are a few indicators to look out for. A sharp knife should easily slice through food with minimal effort, and the blade should glide smoothly without tearing or crushing the ingredients. You can also perform a simple paper test by gently slicing through a piece of paper. If the knife cuts through the paper smoothly and cleanly, it's likely sharp enough for most tasks.
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"Just love this sharpener!!! I was having problems keeping a good edge on my knives while using another name brand sharpener; not any longer with this sharpener"
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"Nicely weighted, sharp edge. Knife was a gift, I don't typically buy knives with this style of handle, as I have small hands, but I think I will get used to it"
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"A few properly done strokes and the knives become very sharp. I rinse the steel after each use to rinse off the filing from the knife"
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"My new knife sharpener from Kyocera works great and has put a very sharp edge back on my two Kyocera knives"
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"Just love this sharpener!!! I was having problems keeping a good edge on my knives while using another name brand sharpener; not any longer with this sharpener"