Q: Can I use this steel on laminated-steel knives?
No, laminated-steel knives should be sharpened with a water stone instead, since the diamond surface isn't recommended for that construction.
70M1201 - Diamond Sharpening Steel
The manufacturer of our diamond bench stones makes a diamond steel that is excellent for sharpening carbon or stainless-steel kitchen knives (not recommended for laminated-steel knives; use a water stone instead).
The 600x monocrystalline diamonds are bonded to a 3/8" diameter by 11 3/4" long solid-steel core. The plastic handle features an extra-wide hand guard and a hanging hook.
A fine tool for use on your kitchen knives.
Made in USA.
No, laminated-steel knives should be sharpened with a water stone instead, since the diamond surface isn't recommended for that construction.
Yes, this diamond sharpening steel handles both carbon and stainless-steel kitchen knives equally well.
It's an 11 3/4" long solid-steel core, 3/8" in diameter, with 600x monocrystalline diamonds bonded directly to the steel.
| Materials | Solid steel core; 600x monocrystalline diamond coating; plastic handle |
| Dimensions | 11 3/4" long; 3/8" dia. |
| Includes | Diamond sharpening steel |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Diamond Sharpening Steel
The manufacturer of our diamond bench stones makes a diamond steel that is excellent for sharpening carbon or stainless-steel kitchen knives (not recommended for laminated-steel knives; use a water stone instead).
The 600x monocrystalline diamonds are bonded to a 3/8" diameter by 11 3/4" long solid-steel core. The plastic handle features an extra-wide hand guard and a hanging hook.
A fine tool for use on your kitchen knives.
Made in USA.
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