Sharpening Steels

The F. Dick EuroCut 12 in. Oval Fine Cut Sharpening Steel with Black Plastic Handle is the ideal honing tool for butchers, sushi chefs and meat processors alike. The Fine cut edge puts a slightly finer edge on your knife than the regular cut which is suited for cutting meat and fish without tearing. F. Dick ensures their honing tools are perfectly tapered, entirely hygienic and well balanced. Made in Germany. Learn More

The F. Dick 12 in. Oval Regular Cut Steel is the best grit for traditional German and American knives. With a wider surface area than the standard round cut and a comfortable Non-Slip Plastic Handle this is an excellent choice for working professionals. This knife is made to the highest standard in honing by a company that has been the world leader in honing steel production since the 1800's. The red non slip handle is great for industrial use as it is hygienically sealed for cleanliness and won't slip while honing. Made in Germany.  Learn More

The F. Dick Dark Nitro is a new innovation in German manufacturing using new state of the art techniques to develop harder steel knives with tighter grain structures and higher HRC. In doing so Friedrich Dick needed to Develop steels that can straighten and align the edge on harder steeel knives. This unique Dark Nitro Steel has a special surface for very high abrasion and is therefore particularly suitable for hard knives. The oval shape of the blade provides large contact for the knife and therefore more effective sharpening results. The pear-shaped handle design sits comfortably and safely in the hand. This is truly a one of a kind German masterpiece brought to you by the company that has been pioneering honing steels since the early 1800's. 

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The F. Dick Regular Cut Oval honing rod with black plastic handle is Friedrich Dick's entry line into their world of sharpening steels, the quality of the rod will be the same as other regular cut rods from F. Dick but the handle is basic and therefore cuts down on the cost of the product. The honing rod is a regular cut and will align a beveled edge on most knives, if your knife has a very high Rockwell Hardness (Above 60) we recommend a different cut like the Titan or Nitro honing rods. This is a honing product meaning that it will straighten and align edges and burnish your blades edge making it smooth for clean cutting. Learn More

The 10.2 inch Global Oval Diamond Steel is extremely and extremely well made sharpening rod designed to last much longer than your traditional diamond hone. This Rod has a solid core of chrome-vanadium stainless steel that is coated with up to 2 million synthetic diamond particles in a galvanic process. To enhance its resistance to abrasion the surface is additionally hard-chrome plated. This advanced process ensures the optimal recreation of a keen and long-lasting knife edge. No replacement rod needed. Learn More

The F. Dick 10 in. Oval Diamond Sharpening Steel is 600 grit oval and solid, excellent quality. The diamond is well adhered to the steel. Oval shape provides maximum contact with the knife edge, and very few manufacturers use solid steel construction. This is a premier diamond rod on the market today most diamond rods are vastly inferior as the put a light coat of diamond dust to coat the exterior of the steel which flakes off entirely with only a couple of uses. This German made diamond rod has the diamond material ingrained in the steel and will last years instead of months. If you buy cheap Chinese diamond steels you will get poor results, by real German made products and take your edge more seriously. Made in Germany. Learn More

Oval steels make better contact with knife edges than round. This diamond rod is designed to cut a new edge on your knife, as opposed to simply honing. For most users, this is a much simpler and more cost effective way to sharpen a knife than using sharpening stones. Learn More

The Ultimate Edge 10 in. Wide Diamond Steel (600 Grit) has a 3/4 inch oval surface that provides lots of surface contact, so fewer strokes are needed to sharpen your knife. Hollow tubing is light and saves money. There is no benefit to a solid steel with laminated with diamonds other than the heavier "feel." Made in the USA. Learn More

Professional-Grade Edge Restoration: The 12-Inch Diamond Standard Is your favorite chef's knife struggling to pass the 'tomato test'? Most traditional honing steels simply realign a folded edge; they don't actually sharpen the blade. The Ultimate Edge 12 in. Oval Diamond Sharpening Rod is the bridge between a basic hone and a full stone-grind. By utilizing high-quality monocrystalline diamonds, this rod actually removes a microscopic amount of steel to recreate a sharp, biting edge on even the hardest alloys. The Engineering of a Perfect Edge At 600 grit, this rod is specifically engineered for 'medium' maintenance. It is aggressive enough to sharpen a dull blade that has lost its utility, yet fine enough to leave a smooth, refined finish that excels in professional environments. The 12-inch length provides the necessary travel for large 8-inch to 10-inch chef knives, ensuring a single, fluid stroke from heel to tip. Why the Oval Profile Matters Unlike traditional round rods that offer a narrow point of contact, the Oval shape of the Ultimate Edge rod provides a wider surface area. This increases the contact between the blade and the diamond abrasive, giving you more control, reducing the time spent sharpening, and ensuring a more consistent angle across the entire length of your knife. Convenience Meets Durability Designed for the fast-paced professional kitchen, this tool requires no messy oils or water. It is incredibly lightweight, reducing wrist fatigue during long prep sessions. Proudly Made in the USA, the M12W is built to withstand the rigors of commercial use while being simple enough for the home enthusiast to master in minutes. Learn More