10" Diamond Coated Sharpening Steel

diamond-coated stainless steel, beechwood handle, leather lanyard

• total length: 15.25"
• steel rod: 10" x 0.5" ⌀

Diamond-coated steel is designed for reshaping and resetting damaged or worn blades. For regular knife maintenance, a honing steel is recommended.

• Clean and dry your knife to remove any residue that could interfere with sharpening.
• Securely hold the rod in a stable position on a non-slip surface. 
• Sharpen with consistent, steady strokes. Place the base of the blade against the rod near the top (close to your hand) and sweep toward the tip, moving downward along the rod.
• Apply moderate pressure—firm, not heavy—and repeat the stroke on the opposite side of the blade, alternating sides. For a dull blade, perform 5-8 passes per side.
• Check the edge by testing lightly on paper or a soft vegetable to see if the cut is clean.
• Wipe the rod with a soft cloth to remove metal filings. Do not apply grease, as it may reduce effectiveness.

Opinel has manufactured knives and quality tools in the heart of the French Alps since 1890. Their simple, functional, and smart pocket knife, with its characteristic design, has become a globally recognized design icon over the years.

Today, the brand provides its knife know-how in other areas such as the garden, the kitchen and table, the outdoors, and products specifically designed for children. The family-owned company is based in Chambery (Savoie-France). 

We invite you to shop our entire selection of Opinel Knives and Tools.