12-Inch Diamond-Coated Honing Steel

This 12-inch honing steel is coated in a fine diamond abrasive bonded to a steel rod core, giving it enough bite to straighten a rolled edge without stripping excess metal the way a coarse sharpening stone would. A few passes at a 20-degree angle before each use realigns the microscopic teeth of a blade's edge, extending the time between full sharpenings significantly. The oval cross-section rod reduces wrist strain compared to round steels and gives better contact with wide chef's knife blades. A textured rubber handle with a hand guard keeps grip secure even with wet or oily hands, and a hanging loop lets it live near the cutting board for quick access. This is a maintenance tool, not a sharpener, so it works best paired with regular use of a whetstone every few months.

• Fine diamond abrasive coating for quick edge realignment
• Oval rod cross-section reduces wrist strain during honing
• 12-inch length accommodates wide chef's knife blades
• Textured rubber handle stays secure when wet
• Integrated hand guard protects fingers
• Hanging loop for storage near the cutting board
• Extends time between full blade sharpenings