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Details
Specifications
- Rod length: 10 inches (25 cm)
- Overall length: 15.4 inches (39 cm)
- Weight: 0.51 pounds (0.23 kg)
- Shape: Oval
- Cut: Fine (S-pattern)
- Handle: Blue non-slip plastic
- Made in: Germany
- Item number: 7388325-66
When We Recommend the F. Dick FineCut 10-inch Oval Steel
Who it Fits Best
Professional butchers, high-volume line cooks and serious home cooks who use high-quality German or Japanese cutlery.
Where it Excels
It excels at daily maintenance. If a regular cut steel feels too aggressive and leaves the edge toothy, this fine cut gives the polished, razor-like feel you are looking for.
Professional Comparisons
It is more durable than most ceramic rods, which can break if dropped. Compared with a standard Wüsthof rod, this F. Dick steel gives a much smoother finish because of its S-pattern geometry.
Chef Feedback
“Pro butchers love the 10-inch length because it is portable enough for a scabbard but long enough to handle most kitchen knives. The handle seal is the best in the business for passing health inspections.”
Trade-offs & Considerations
Because it is a fine cut, it will not repair a damaged edge; it is strictly for maintenance. If you go too long between honing sessions, you will need a coarser rod to bring the edge back.
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.
| Steel | Length | Shape | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-inch Round Regular Cut Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 10 in. (25 cm) | Round | Regular cut |
| 12-inch Round Regular Cut Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 12 in. (30 cm) | Round | Regular cut |
| 14-inch Round Regular Cut Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 14 in. (35 cm) | Round | Regular cut |
| 12-inch Oval Regular Cut Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 12 in. (30 cm) | Oval | Regular cut |
| FineCut 10-inch Oval Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 10 in. (25 cm) | Oval | Fine cut |
| FineCut 12-inch Oval Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 12 in. (30 cm) | Oval | Fine cut |
| FineCut 12-inch Round Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 12 in. (30 cm) | Round | Fine cut |
| Poliron 10-inch Oval Polished Steel with Non-Slip Handle | 10 in. (25 cm) | Oval | Polished |
| 10-inch Square Polished and Fine Cut Combination Steel | 10 in. (25 cm) | Square | Polished and fine cut |
| 10-inch Square Regular and Fine Cut Combination Steel | 10 in. (25 cm) | Square | Regular and fine cut |
| F. Dick 10-inch Oval Diamond Sharpening Steel | 10 in. (25 cm) | Oval | Diamond coated |
Tips for Best Results
A fine or polished surface works best with light pressure and a few alternating strokes per side. Hone regularly, before the edge goes dull, and keep a steady angle between 15 and 25 degrees. Our honing steel guide shows the motion step by step.
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 3883 25-66 |
|---|---|
| Cut | Fine |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Material | Steel |
| Brand | Friedrich Dick |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | 7388325-66 |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $113.00 |
