F. Dick Dickoron Combi 12-inch Square Sapphire and Polished Steel

Specifications

• Rod length: 12 inches (30 cm)
• Shape: Square
• Surface: Two sapphire cut faces, two polished faces
• Series: Dickoron Combi
• Handle: Classic Dickoron design in high-quality plastic, with steel finger guard
• Made in: Germany
• Item number: 7598230

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.

Dickoron Steels Compared

The Dickoron family is F. Dick’s top range of steels; the sapphire cut is used only in this family.

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 after each use to clear metal particles from the cut, and dry it before storing. Keep it on a hook or in a knife roll so the surface is not scratched by other tools.