W?sthof 10-Inch Sharpening Steel
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: WusthofBrand: W?sthof
Model: 4473
Product features:
- 10-Inch sharpening steel
- Magnetic steel that attracts metal fibers
- Slip-resistant plastic handle fits comfortably in the hand
- Loop on the handle for hanging
- Wipe clean with a damp cloth after each sharpening session
- W?sthof Classic 3-1/2-Inch Paring Knife
- W?sthof Classic 5-Inch Serrated Utility Knife
- Wusthof 4582-7/14 Classic Cook's Knife 5-in.
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of W?sthof 10-Inch Sharpening Steel
Customer Review: Not all steels are the same!
Summary: 4 Stars
A lot of people assume that all sharpening steels are the same. That is not true.
I've owned this sharpening steel for about 6 years. It replaced a steel I had been using for about 20 years. I usually hone my knives between every use. With my previous steel, it typically took 4-10 swipes to restore a razor edge, with occasional resharpening using an alumina (carborundum) stone; with this steel, I can get the same razor edge in 1-2 swipes, and never need to use the stone.
This is consistent with some hardness measurements I've seen on the web, which indicated that Wusthof sharpening steels were significantly harder than those from other major manufacturers, including their closest competitor, Henckels.
There is one downside to this steel: the steel itself only extends about half an inch into the plastic handle. If you just plop it into its slot in the knife block after each use, the steel will eventually fall out of the handle. It's not terribly difficult to force the steel back into the handle, though, and I can put up with having to do that every few years in exchange for the pleasure of using this steel on my knives.
Description of W?sthof 10-Inch Sharpening Steel
A good cook is nothing without sharpened knives. Use this 10-in. Sharpening steel before cutting, chopping and slicing and your knives will perform at their best. The high-carbon construction and sturdy handle make it easy to use. Simply hold knives at a 45-degree angle and pull across in a swift motion a dozen or so times, alternating sides, and in seconds you'll be ready for action. Features a loop on the handle for hanging. Has it's own slot in most Wusthof knife blocks.A sharpening steel is an indispensable tool for keeping your knife collection in its best cutting shape. This 10-inch W?sthof model is made for the job, with a sturdy non-slip handle and a magnetic steel that attracts metal fibers while you sharpen. The tool's square handle provides a good grip and allows easy revolution of the steel to spread the work around its surface. Fitted with a loop for hanging storage, the steel also stashes tidily in most knife blocks. --Emily Bedard
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