Honing Steel
Dull knife blades are a source of frustration and danger, so many cooks use honing steels to maintain and refine the sharp edges of their blades. This selection includes models as long as 14 inches to maintain and extend the lifespan of your largest knives.
Because proper care and maintenance is required to maximize the effectiveness of your knives, the honing steel is an essential tool for many cooks and chefs who rely heavily on knives. While this tool is not intended as a primary sharpening method, it helps maintain a sharp knife blade between regular sharpenings. The sharpening steel works by straightening the edge of the blade on a microscopic level, correcting the tiny folds that form in the metal throughout regular use. This selection includes a range of sizes, so you can find the appropriate size of honing rod to fit your knife sets.
Honing steels are available in numerous styles, with handles made of plastic, wood, stainless steel, and other materials. Some models include features such as hanging loops or magnetic steel. Lengths range from just 5 inches long up to 14-inch honing steels.