Great tool for any normal home chef, but plan to invest 15 minutes or more to restore a dull knifeMI'm not a trained chef - never sharpened those one sided sushi knives. But I've always kept my pocket knife sharp enough to shave my forearm, and even have a $1000 Tormek wet sharpener. So I know basic sharpening.
And this is a precision tool and a wonderful value that anyone, with the right technique, can use to keep most kitchen knives plenty sharp.
I think bad reviews trace to wobbling the knife left and right in the v-shaped slot. That movement won't control the precise angle of the edge, and could split and break the stones. Another goof is to lift the knife and let it down not in the stones' groove but on the flat part to either side.
The force implied by the picture is too much; slow and easy does it. Stand directly over the tool looking down the back of the knife to see any wobble. I hold the tool lower as to use a finger on the knife back to steady any wobble. Consistent angle is key.
If a knife's edge shines from cutting on marble, etc. it will take time. Be patient!5
Surprisingly GoodPeterHave had wet stones, electric knife sharpeners, etc … this has been the easiest to use (almost fool proof) and has restored knives we thought were good for the rubbish heap.5
Easy to use.JuneEasy to use but too large.4
Very comfortableTetianaThree levels of sharpening are super5
The best knife sharpenerStephenI have had two of these sharpeners. I actually wore out the first. They are so easy to use and the sharp edge they create is perfect. 5
Super sharpenerKristenThis device works remarkably well. My knives are wildly sharp. I’ve taken it to friends’ houses to sharpen their knives. I’m passionate about sharp knives. 5
Knife sharpener PaulSharpens the knife but must hold the knife at a particular angle to get a good cut 4
easy to use and sharpens wellRashawnI really like the ease of use. The comfortable handle. The safety guard. It does not take up much space. Most importantly it works. We noticed the difference in our knives right away.5
my favorite knife sharpenerMerilynI have had this knife sharpener and finally bought a new one, easy to use and will buy again in another 10 years..they last5
Broke on First UsePOne of the three sharpening stones split in half during our first use.2
Bought on recommendation of aSteveBought on recommendation of a friend, works well.5
Product works great for smallVijayProduct works great for small knifes.5
Works as expectedGabriellaGlad I was able to find it again in store! Works very well.5
pretty goodSarapretty good4
Took a bit of trialAnonymous reviewerTook a bit of trial and error, before we figured out how to use it.5
Sharp knivesDeniseIt sharpened all my knives !5
Just exactly what I needed!AvaJust exactly what I needed!4
Good sharpenerVandithaGood sharpener4
Knife sharpenerSamanthaWorks great!5
Better than I thoughtSilviaEasy to use and effective.5
