Steel Knife Sharpeners

Looking to restore your dull knives to their former sharpness? Look no further than our selection of steel knife sharpeners. Whether you're a professional chef or a home cook, keeping your knives sharp is essential for effortless slicing and dicing in the kitchen. Our steel knife sharpeners are designed to give you precision sharpening results, helping you maintain the longevity of your blades. With a variety of options available, you'll find the perfect tool to keep your knives in top-notch condition. Say goodbye to struggling with dull knives and hello to effortless cutting with our steel knife sharpeners.

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  • Wüsthof Knife Steel, 10"
    $65
    (6)

    The best way to regularly maintain your kitchen knives is with a knife steel. This tool will keep your knife’s edge wear and tear to a minimum. 10".

    Pros: effective, easy to use, nice feel

  • Work Sharp E2 Knife Sharpener
    $74.95
    (39)

    Works great. Love it....Best Ever!

    Pros: ease of use, effectiveness, easy to use

  • Shun Kanso Combination Honing Steel, 9"
    $59.95
    (1)

    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. The Kanso honing steel features two surfaces: smooth for day-to-day honing and micro-ribbed for weekly...

    Pros: excellent for daily use, light weight

  • Bob Kramer Double-Cut Sharpening Steel
    $74.95
    (51)

    Best honing rod...I absolutely love this honing rod. I like the fact that it has two textures....the best knife sharpener i have ever used

    Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, comfortable handle

  • Miyabi Sharpening Steel, 10"
    $89.95
    (8)

    Maintain the razor-sharp edges of your Miyabi knives between sharpenings with this easy-to-use honing rod. Made of tungsten carbide, this sharpening steel ensures the correct hardness to sharpen almost any knife. Plus, it offers superior wear resistance,...

    Pros: effectiveness, ease of use, great honing tool

  • Kyocera Ceramic Sharpening Steel, 9"
    $27.95
    (11)

    Lightweight and easy-to-use steel features a highly efficient ribbed surface for re-sharpening and a smooth surface for honing. Kyocera’s ceramic sharpening rods are made of advanced ceramic, a material close in hardness to diamond.

    When your steel...

    Pros: effectiveness, effective sharpening, ease of use

  • Zwilling V-Edge Sharpener
    $99.95
    (358)

    Great Knife Sharpener!...I love my Zwilling knives and needed a sharpener that would be best for my knives....Best little sharpener around. I give them as gifts all the time and people just love them.

    Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, ease of use

  • Zwilling Pro 7-Piece Self-Sharpening Knife Block Set
    $399.96
    (136)

    Great knife set. The block is heavy and well made but the knives are the best....Love them!...So far this is the best knife set we have ever owned!

    Pros: sharpness, quality, durability

  • Miyabi 2-Stage Knife Sharpener
    $54.95
    (36)

    Best little knife sharpener...Whet stoning will give you the best possible blade but this is a good alternative

    Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, works well

  • Wüsthof Tri-Stone
    $80
    (19)

    Great customer service...Works great!

    Pros: effective sharpening, effectiveness, easy to use

  • Messermeister 1000/3000 Sharpening Stone
    $59.95
    (13)

    Great for the money...Large, heavy, works great, after the hone My 8" Mercer chef's is Sharp enough to shave with, easily.

    Pros: effectiveness, quality, sharpness

  • Zwilling J.A. Henckels Four Star Eco 7-Piece Self-Sharpening Knife Block Set
    $499.95
    (677)

    Best knives...These are the best knives I have owned. Love em....Great balance, holds edges very well, and the sharpening block is a plus....These knives have a great feel and they?re the best knives we?ve ever had.

    Pros: sharpness, quality, durable

  • Zwilling J.A. Henckels 7-Piece Gourmet Knife Block
    $199.96
    (375)

    The Zwilling Gourmet knife collection boasts lightweight blades that are precision-stamped from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel, allowing for maximum maneuverability. This seven-piece set includes the essential blades and tools for any...

    Pros: sharpness, quality, versatility

  • Zwilling Professional 7-Piece Knife Block Set
    $349.96
    (45)

    An ideal addition to any kitchen, this versatile set of knives from Zwilling contains everything you need to slice and dice your way through kitchen prep. Each knife in the set is crafted from a single piece of durable high-carbon stainless steel designed...

    Pros: sharpness, durability, edge retention

  • Shun Classic Paring Knife, 4"
    $69.95
    (44)

    Shuns the best...Love this paring knife. Nice balance in the hand and SOOOOOO sharp....Best purchase!...Love the knife! This is my second Shun knife and I couldn’t be happier with the choice.

    Pros: sharpness, balance, sharp blade

  • Miyabi Birchwood Kiritsuke, 9.5"
    $374.95
    (37)

    Great handling, good feel and amazingly well made knife. One of the best knives I've used....Best knife...Best knife that I have purchased. Nicely balanced, love the style beauty on the blade....But let not forget what important I love how sharp it is...

    Pros: sharpness, balance, beautiful

  • Global Universal Knife Sharpener
    $59.96
    (31)

    One of the best sharpeners I’ve ever used...Did a great job

    Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, effective sharpening

  • Shun Premier Nakiri, 5.5"
    $204.95
    (16)

    Well balanced and, of course, the best in cutting vegetables....Love this knife...I love Shun and this knife doesn't disappoint. It's crazy sharp and light.

    Pros: sharpness, balance, precision

  • Bob Kramer Carbon Steel 7-Piece Block Set by Zwilling J.A. Henckels
    $1749.95
    (13)

    Set includes five essential knives and a sharpening steel, all displayed on an elegant magnetic easel block to help prevent moisture from causing rust or patina on the blades.

    Pros: sharpness, edge retention, design

  • Shun Dual-Core Kiritsuke, 8"
    $349.95
    (5)

    By Far, Best Shun Knife I Own...This Shun dual core kiritsuke is easily the best Shun I own....Best price was right here at Sur La Table. Love this knife....Great Shun Dual-core

    Pros: sharpness, balance, edge retention

  • Wüsthof Amici Double-Serrated Bread Knife, 9"
    $325
    (1)

    Manufactured in "the City of Blades" Solingen, Germany, Wüsthof knives embody the experience gained from generations of expert craftsmanship. Each full-tang blade is forged from a single blank of high-carbon steel and then ground and polished...

    Pros: enhances experience, nice design, design

  • Shun Kazahana 5-Piece Knife Block Set
    $369.95

    This striking set includes everything you need to elevate your cooking to the next level. The Shun Kazahana Chef's knife— the one knife no cook can be without. Next is the Shun Kazahana Paring Knife, ideal for a complete range of trimming and peeling...

  • French Home 7 Piece Connoisseur Black Pakkawood Kitchen Knife Set with Knife Sharpener
    $219.95

    Julienne vegetables, chop fresh herbs or debone Kobe Wagyu beef with this French Home 7-piece Laguiole Kitchen Knife Set, perfect for all your food preparation needs. This seven-piece set includes a 14" Filet Knife, 12" Chef's Knife, 13" Bread Knife,...

Steel Knife Sharpeners

A steel knife sharpener is a kitchen essential for anyone who values the feel of a sharp, reliable blade in their hand—whether you’re prepping a quick weeknight meal or planning a leisurely autumn dinner with friends. As the air cools and cooking moves indoors, maintaining your knives becomes even more important for effortless slicing, dicing, and carving. Steel knife sharpeners, sometimes called honing steels, are designed to realign the blade’s edge between uses, keeping it in peak condition for longer stretches between full sharpenings. They’re a staple in both home and professional kitchens, trusted by seasoned chefs and enthusiastic home cooks alike. For those who want a foolproof solution, the best electric knife sharpener can take the guesswork out of sharpening, using guided slots and preset angles to restore a razor-sharp edge with just a few passes. If you’re looking for a gift for a culinary enthusiast—perhaps someone who’s just moved into their first apartment, started a new hobby, or simply loves to cook—a quality steel knife sharpener or an all-in-one system is a thoughtful and practical choice.

When choosing among knife sharpeners & steels, consider your knife collection and how you like to maintain your tools. Classic steels are perfect for regular honing and can help extend the life of your knives, especially if you use them daily. They’re easy to store, quick to use, and give you a satisfying sense of control as you run the blade along the steel, restoring its edge in seconds. If you prefer a low-maintenance approach, an electric model—like those often recommended as the best electric knife sharpener—delivers consistent results with minimal effort. These sharpeners are great for busy cooks or anyone who wants professional-level sharpness at home. For those with a particular brand of knives, such as Wusthof, a dedicated Wusthof knife sharpener or Wusthof sharpener ensures you’re caring for your blades with the right angles and materials. The variety of steel knife sharpeners available today means there’s an option for every kitchen, from sleek modern designs to classic silhouettes that feel at home in any setting. As you browse, you might also discover specialty finishes and colors, such as the Black Knife Sharpener, to complement your kitchen’s style.

A well-chosen steel knife sharpener is more than a maintenance tool—it’s a way to invest in the longevity and performance of your favorite knives. Imagine the ease of slicing through crisp apples for a homemade pie or carving a roast for a fall gathering, all made possible by blades that glide effortlessly thanks to regular honing. Whether you’re sharpening before a big holiday meal or just keeping your go-to chef’s knife in top shape for everyday use, the right sharpener makes all the difference. With so many options to suit every skill level and kitchen aesthetic, adding a reliable steel knife sharpener to your toolkit is a simple step that pays off with every meal you prepare.

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