12" Double Cut Steel Hone with Plastic Handle
Best edge maintenance for discerning home cooks.
This 12″ double cut honing steel with a plastic handle is an excellent maintenance tool to be used on a regular basis between sharpenings. Its purpose is to align the blade’s edge and increase cutting efficiency. We recommend purchasing the superaser to clean any metal residue buildup.
$79.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
266
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#266 in Knife Sharpeners
Price vs Category Average
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Below average
Length
12
/ inches
Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting to keep knives sharp daily
- Busy individuals seeking a long-lasting, low-maintenance tool
- Consumers trusting established brands for kitchen essentials
Who should skip it
- Users expecting to restore very dull knife edges
- Beginners unfamiliar with correct knife honing methods
- Enthusiasts needing more aggressive edge refinement options
Key Specs
Length
12 inches
Handle Material
Plastic
Type
Double Cut Steel Hone
Features
- Aligns blade edge for optimal cutting
- Regular maintenance between sharpenings
- Increases cutting efficiency
- Durable steel construction
- Comfortable plastic handle
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this honing steel for its robust build and exceptional ability to maintain a keen edge on knives. Many users highlight its solid feel and the comfortable, secure grip provided by the plastic handle, making it easy to use effectively. The double cut design is frequently noted for its efficiency in realigning blade edges, contributing to a reliable performance that meets professional standards. This product is widely regarded as a durable and essential tool for any kitchen.
Know before you buy
No, this is a maintenance tool, not a sharpener. It is designed to realign the microscopic edge of your blade that bends during use, which restores cutting efficiency between professional sharpenings.
You should use it regularly—ideally before or after every time you use your knife. Frequent, light honing keeps the edge straight and extends the time needed between actual sharpening sessions.
A double cut surface features a cross-hatch pattern that provides more aggressive contact with the blade. This makes it highly effective at realigning edges quickly compared to smoother, polished honing steels.
A 12-inch steel is versatile and recommended for most standard kitchen knives, including chef's knives up to 10 inches. The extra length provides a safer, more controlled surface area for drawing the blade down the steel.
Over time, tiny metal particles will accumulate on the surface. We recommend using a specialized product like a superaser to gently scrub away this buildup and keep the steel performing at its best.
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