Brød & Taylor Professional VG2

Yes, the VG2 is designed to handle Japanese blades. Because it features an adjustable angle mechanism ranging from 11 to 21 degrees, you can set it to the specific, shallower angle required for Japanese cutlery.

It does. The sharpening bars are designed to accommodate the unique geometry of serrated edges, allowing you to maintain their sharpness without damaging the teeth.

The spring-action tungsten carbide bars automatically adjust to the pressure you apply. This ensures consistent contact with the blade edge throughout the sharpening stroke, which helps prevent uneven grinding and makes the process more forgiving for beginners.

The three stages—coarse, honing, and polishing—allow you to customize your maintenance. You use the coarse stage for repairing dull or damaged edges, the honing stage for regular maintenance, and the polishing stage to refine the edge for a razor-sharp finish.

Yes, the unit is built with a non-slip base and weighs 1.8 pounds. This provides enough heft and grip to keep the sharpener securely in place on your countertop while you pull the knife through the stages.

Not at all. The design is intended to remove the guesswork from sharpening. By providing a stable platform and adjustable angles, it guides your hand to maintain the correct position, making it accessible even if you have no prior sharpening experience.