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F. Dick Balkan 10-inch Flat Fine Cut Butcher Steel

A flat steel makes cleaner contact between edge and rod than a round one, and this Balkan butcher steel puts that to work for meat cutters. Laying the edge against a flat face makes the angle easier to repeat, which makes honing more foolproof.

The rod is fully forged with a one-piece, all-metal handle, and its rings act as a bolster to protect the hand. With no seam to trap residue, it suits industrial processing where hygiene is checked closely. The fine cut straightens and smooths the edge with little metal removed, so it can be used throughout a shift.

It also sits comfortably in a scabbard worn on the belt.

For a longer flat rod, the F. Dick 2000 11-inch flat steel has a plastic handle. The F. Dick MultiCut 11-inch flat steel adds a regular cut for heavier correction. Our honing steel guide explains flat and round rods.

SKU: D7 1434 25

Availability: In stock

$87.10

    • Details

    Specifications

    • Rod length: 10 inches (25 cm)
    • Overall length: 15.8 inches (40.2 cm)
    • Weight: 0.97 pounds (0.44 kg)
    • Shape: Flat
    • Cut: Fine
    • Made in: Germany
    • Item number: 7143425

    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 Specialty Steels Compared

    For everyday kitchen honing, our best-selling steel overall is the EuroCut 12-inch Round Regular Cut Steel.

    SteelLengthShapeSurface
    2.75-inch Pocket Steel2.75 in. (7 cm)RoundRegular cut
    8-inch Coarse Cut Kitchen Steel8 in. (20 cm)RoundCoarse cut
    1905 10-inch Round Regular Cut Steel10 in. (25 cm)RoundRegular cut
    Red Spirit 10-inch Round Regular Cut Steel10 in. (25 cm)RoundRegular cut
    Balkan 10-inch Flat Fine Cut Butcher Steel10 in. (25 cm)FlatFine cut
    F. Dick 10-inch Non-Chromium Polishing Steel10 in. (25 cm)RoundPolished
    2000 11-inch Flat Fine Cut Steel11 in. (28 cm)FlatFine cut
    MultiCut 11-inch Flat Fine and Regular Cut Steel11 in. (28 cm)FlatFine and regular cut
    DarkNitro 12-inch Oval Sharpening Steel12 in. (30 cm)OvalSpecial high-abrasion surface
    Honorary 12-inch Oval Sapphire Cut Steel12 in. (30 cm)OvalSapphire cut

    Tips for Best Results

    Lay the edge against the flat face at a steady angle, between 15 and 25 degrees, and draw it from heel to tip. Use light pressure for routine honing and a little more to bring back a rolled edge. The honing steel guide explains 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.

    Additional Info

    SKU D7 1434 25
    Cut Fine
    Handle Material Steel
    Material Steel
    Brand Friedrich Dick
    Country of Manufacture Germany
    Manufacturer's Part Number 7143425
    Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price $134.00

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