Sharpening Steels

Sharpening Rods, also called Sharpening Steels and Honing Rods, are handheld tools used to hone or sharpen cutlery. They come in a variety of materials (mainly Steel, Ceramic and Diamond), a range of shapes (Round, Square, Oval and Flat), and varying degrees of courseness (smooth, polish, course, etc). We carry a very large selection of honing and sharpening steels and offer a breadth of information regarding the appropriate application of each tool. Please let us know if you need help selecting the proper honing steel for your cutlery or intended purpose; we are happy to offer our expertise.

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  • F. Dick Balkan 9 1/2 in. Flat Fine Cut Steel

    The F. Dick Balkan 9 1/2 in. Flat Fine Cut Steel is a fully forged steel with a seamless all metal handle the rings act as a bolster for protection. This steel is Friedrich Dick's premier butcher steel the flat edge makes for cleaner contact between edge and steel for a more foolproof honing process. This steel is ideal for industrial processing as it is made to be perfectly hygienic and is crafted by F. Dick a world leader and supplier of professional grade butcher tools. Made in Germany. Learn More
  • F. Dick 3 in. Pocket Steel

    The F. Dick 3 in. Pocket Steel is perfect for anglers, hunters, campers on the go. Easily accessible for quick touch ups. Made of durable high quality German materials the steel is corrosion resistant so it can be stored for periods of time. This is a great tool to ensure that your blades pocket or kitchen are honed wherever you are. The Handle and steel are screwed on together to store the blade simple unscrew the steel from the handle and insert the steel into the handle and tighten. Made in Germany Learn More
  • F. Dick 8 in. Coarse Cut Sharpening Steel

    This smaller length sharpening steel is marketed by the manufacturer as a "household" steel. It is a hard chromed rod that works extremely well for renewing the edge on standard German and American steel blades. It is also used extensively by our poultry processors who use 5 and 6 inch boning knives. This is also a good choice for a hunter's field kit as they are small, lightweight and easier to pack than a standard 10 or 12 inch rod. Learn More

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