ZWILLING Edge Maintenance Sharpening Steel

The flat design increases the surface area contact between the steel and your knife blade. This allows you to hone the edge more efficiently, requiring fewer strokes to achieve the desired result compared to a standard round rod.

This is primarily a maintenance tool. It is designed to realign and touch up the edge of your knives to keep them performing well between professional sharpenings, rather than to repair significantly dull or damaged blades.

It is suitable for most standard kitchen knives, but you should avoid using it on serrated blades, as the diamond coating can damage the specific geometry of the serrations.

To keep it effective, simply wipe the steel down with a damp cloth after each use to remove metal filings. Avoid using harsh scouring pads, as they can wear down the abrasive diamond surface over time.

The steel features a 10-inch sharpening surface, which provides ample length to accommodate most standard chef's knives and slicing blades comfortably.