Sharpening Steels

The F. Dick Micro 12 in. Oval Super Fine Cut Steel is our top selling Friedrich Dick Steel for industry professionals. If your life is dealing with processing whole cows or cutting portions of steak you want the finest edge you can put on your blade, this is what you will get with the Micro Oval Cut. The Oval shape makes honing more foolproof so that you ensure your knife's angle is between 15 and 20 degrees on the rod. F. Dick ensures the lines are cut to the right depth and are even, the hardness of steel means it will wear very slowly over time and the handle is hygienically sealed to meat industry cleanliness standards. Made in Germany. Learn More

The F. Dick 12 in. Fine Cut Oval Steel with non-slip handle is very unique. Rather than straight grooves, the patterning resembles a series of "S" shapes. This does and excellent job of removing a burr and smoothing an edge without leaving micro-serrations. Works well for German steels and highly recommended for Japanese as well. Also available in 10 in. length. F. Dick has been the world leader in producing and innovating honing steels since the 1800's if you are looking for a steel that actually straightens your edge and lasts with heavy use then by your steel from Germany. Learn More

The Precision Edge: Why the F. Dick 10-Inch Fine Cut Oval Steel is a Butcher’s Essential When you are working a high-volume line or an industrial processing shift, your knife’s edge is under constant assault. The F. Dick 10-inch Fine Cut Oval Steel is not a generic sharpening rod; it is a specialized maintenance tool designed to keep high-carbon German alloys and harder Japanese steels in peak condition throughout the day. What sets this steel apart is its unique surface geometry. Unlike standard steels that feature straight vertical grooves, the F. Dick Fine Cut utilizes a series of 'S' shaped patterns. This specialized texture excels at drawing a burr away from the edge and realigning the steel at a microscopic level. The result is a smooth, polished finish that lacks the aggressive micro-serrations caused by coarser steels. Because the profile is oval rather than round, you benefit from a wider contact surface, which translates to more efficient honing with fewer strokes and better control over the blade's angle. Built for the rigors of the meatpacking and professional culinary industries, the handle is hygienically sealed to the steel. There are no gaps for food particles or bacteria to hide, making it fully compliant with strict industrial sanitation standards. The blue non-slip handle ensures a secure grip even when hands are wet or greasy, providing the stability required for safe, repetitive honing during a 12-hour shift. Made in Germany, this tool represents the pinnacle of Friedrich Dick’s centuries-old expertise in metallurgy and tool manufacturing. Learn More