F. Dick 10-inch Square Regular and Fine Cut Combination Steel

Specifications

• Rod length: 10 inches (25 cm)
• Shape: Square
• Surface: Two regular cut faces, two fine cut faces
• Handle: Blue non-slip plastic
• Made in: Germany
• Item number: 7371225-66

Which Cut Do You Need?

• Regular cut: pronounced grooves remove a little metal and leave a slightly toothy edge; F. Dick calls it first aid for knives that are no longer very sharp.
• Fine cut: removes less metal and mainly straightens a rolled edge for a smoother result.
• Sapphire and ultra-fine cut: the Dickoron cuts, made for frequent, gentle honing of an edge that is already sharp.
• Polished: no abrasion; straightens and polishes, and can follow a coarser steel.

F. Dick Non-Slip Handle Steels Compared

Regular cut steels have red and black handles; fine cut and polished steels have blue handles.

Tips for Best Results

Start on the coarser faces to straighten the edge, then finish with a few light strokes on the finer faces. Keep the angle steady, anywhere from 15 to 25 degrees. Our honing steel guide covers the technique.

Care

Wipe the rod with a damp cloth after use to remove fine metal particles, then dry the rod and handle. Hang it by its ring or store it where the rod cannot knock against other tools, which can dent the cut.