Sharpening Steel for ZWILLING Knives, 10-inch, Black/Stainless Steel

The honing steel plays a crucial role in the kitchen by realigning a knife's edge, preventing it from becoming dull and extending the time between professional sharpenings. It doesn't actually sharpen the knife but rather resets the edge, which can bend when in contact with a cutting surface. This steel, often referred to as a sharpening steel or butcher steel, consists of a hard steel-alloy rod with a durable synthetic handle. It is designed for frequent use, ideally after each knife use, to maintain sharpness.

The steel should be at least as long as the knife blade being drawn across it, and this particular steel features a 10-inch rod suitable for most household knives. It comes with a lifetime warranty against defects. Introduced in 1976, the Four Star® Series is a popular line of knives developed in collaboration with professional chefs. These fully forged knives feature a unique molded handle and are precision forged from high-carbon, no-stain steel under the Sigmaforge standard for improved quality consistency and lasting sharpness.

The Four Star® line includes various knife types for different tasks such as paring, bread, utility, carving, chef's knives, and more. The knives are also available in block sets and gift sets. The high impact polypropylene handles are permanently bonded to the blades without gaps, providing comfort, durability, and balance. The knives undergo Friodur ice hardening for corrosion resistance and improved cutting-edge retention.

Key features of the Four Star® knives include: - Precision forged construction for perfect geometry and stability - Laser-controlled edge for sharpness and consistency - Friodur ice hardening for no-stain properties and blade strength - Super bolster for weight, safety, and balance - Full rat-tail tang for balance and strength - High-carbon no-stain steel for durability - Bonded polypropylene handles for comfort and safety - Dishwasher safe for easy care - Full warranty from J.A. Henckels

The honing steel mentioned earlier features a hard steel alloy rod for realigning knife edges, an oval shape for efficient results, an ergonomic plastic handle with a hanging hole, and a steel ring for convenient storage.

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