Steel Sharpening Rods

Ensure that your knives are incredibly sharp with the Wusthof Classic Ikon Honing Steel, this is trurly a premium product that should be used regularly. Your knives will deteriorate and lose their edge and honing realigns the microscopic teeth in the blade that can't be seen with the naked eye. The handle design is made of a highly durable synthetic material known as Polyoxymethylene (POM), which features a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration. Often, a knife's edge will bend or roll slightly from normal use, after running it across this honing steel it will help to straighten the edge and the knife will be sharp again. By regularly honing your knives, you will maximize the time in between sharpening. The riveted handle ensures it stays on securely, and it’s made of resilient and corrosion-resistant polypropylene. Maintaining a clean appearance over time, the sharpening steel is made of stain-resistant high-carbon steel. Great for consistent honing through high-volume use, this material also provides durability.  Learn More

Wusthof 10 in. Deluxe Honing Rod is fine cut with a metal plated bolster and durable plastic handle. German and American steel knives require regular honing to perform their best. This steel is designed to be paired with Wusthof knives, but can certainly be used on knives of any brand. We recommend using a steel that is at least 1 inch longer than your longest knife, but you may be limited by the length of your knife block. At 10 inches this steel is suitable for knives up to 9 inches in length. It will fit into most any block, certainly any Wusthof block.  Ridged surface brings up the burr on the blade Magnetic steel rod attracts loose metal fibers during sharpening Slip-resistant, textured poly handle with protective metal guard Designed to keep your knives honed back to their original sharpness Made in Solingen, Germany with a lifetime warranty Learn More

Often referred to as a butcher's steel or packing house steel, the Granton® 10-Inch Magnetized Polishing Steel is the industry standard for professionals who rely on a perfect edge, shift after shift. Forged in Sheffield, England, this is not a simple honing rod; it is a precision finishing tool designed for the high-demand environments of meat processing, where safety, hygiene, and efficiency are paramount.  The Professional's Choice: The Packing House Standard Meat packers and professional butchers choose this specific type of steel for several critical reasons:  Essential Food Safety: In a commercial facility, hygiene is non-negotiable. As a knife is steeled, it sheds microscopic metal particles. The powerful magnetization of the Granton® steel instantly captures these filings, preventing them from contaminating meat or becoming airborne. Peak Efficiency and Reduced Fatigue: A polished edge glides through meat with significantly less friction than a merely honed edge. For a worker making thousands of cuts per day, this reduction in effort leads to faster work, cleaner cuts, and less physical fatigue. Superior, Longer-Lasting Edge: The super-fine polishing surface removes the microscopic "burr" left after sharpening, burnishing the steel to a flawlessly smooth, razor-keen edge that stays sharp longer under continuous use. Learn More

The Granton® 10-Inch Multi-Cut Combination Steel is a highly efficient tool for complete blade maintenance, designed for the professional or serious home cook who desires versatility and precision. Forged in Sheffield, England, this single steel effectively combines two distinct surfaces, providing the right tool for any situation—from daily edge alignment to final polishing. Fine-Cut Surfaces: These sides are the workhorse of the steel. They are designed for regular, daily honing to quickly realign a blade's edge that has begun to feel dull or has slightly rolled from use. They effectively restore a sharp cutting feel for continued work. Super-Fine (Polishing) Surfaces: After using the fine-cut side, or for blades that are already in good condition, a few strokes on the super-fine surfaces provide the ultimate refinement. These sides polish the edge, removing the most microscopic imperfections and creating an exceptionally keen, smooth finish that glides through food with minimal resistance. Learn More

A professional chef knows that a dull knife is more than a nuisance—it is a safety hazard and an efficiency killer. The Victorinox 10-inch Honing Steel (7.8991.22) is designed specifically for the high-volume environment where blades lose their 'bite' through constant contact with cutting boards. Unlike a sharpening stone which removes metal to create a new edge, this regular cut steel rod works by realigning the existing microscopic teeth of your knife’s edge that have rolled over during use. The 10-inch length provides ample surface area for long strokes, making it suitable for everything from a 4-inch paring knife to a 10-inch chef’s knife or slicer. The 'Regular Cut' surface is aggressive enough to provide a quick reset of the edge, providing the necessary friction to straighten the steel without the abrasive loss associated with diamond rods. Crafted with a focus on utility and durability, the dark wood handle is not merely an aesthetic choice. It provides a substantial, non-slip grip that remains comfortable during repetitive maintenance tasks. The integrated hand guard ensures safety during rapid honing strokes. By incorporating this steel into your workflow every 15-20 minutes of active cutting, you significantly extend the time between required stone sharpenings, preserving the lifespan of your high-carbon stainless steel investments. Learn More