Keep the edge straight between sharpenings.
High Carbon Steel Honing Rod
High Carbon Steel Honing Rod
One rod, 36 cm of high carbon steel
- Sharp for longer
A few strokes straighten the edge so it cuts like new between sharpenings. - Steady in the hand
A full wood handle and metal guard keep your grip safe and secure. - Less sharpening
Regular honing means the blade needs a full sharpening far less often.
- Dispatched in
1–3 days - 14-day
returns - Free UK
shipping
Description
A knife rarely goes dull all at once: with every cut, the fine edge bends a little out of line, and the blade starts to slide instead of bite. A honing rod pushes that edge back into line in a few strokes, so you sharpen far less often.
The rod is high carbon steel, 36 cm long overall, with a brown wood handle and a metal guard that keeps your hand clear of the blade.
Wipe the rod with a dry cloth after use and dry it straight away, as carbon steel should not stay wet. Do not put it in the dishwasher.
What's in the box
- 1 × Honing rod
Care & Use
Hold the rod upright with the tip on a towel. Draw the knife down and across the rod at about 15–20°, alternating sides, five to ten strokes each. Wipe the rod dry after use; never leave it wet or put it in the dishwasher.
Dimensions & Specs
- Total length
- 36 cm
- Weight
- approx. 370 g
- Sold as
- 1 honing rod
Honing Rod
No rod vs. the rod
Why a sharp knife goes dull so quickly.
The edge folds over with use; without honing, it feels blunt long before it is.
No honing
- Edge bends out of line
- Knife slides on tomato skin
- Sharpening needed too often
- More pressure, less control
The rod
- Edge realigned — in a few strokes
- Sharpen less — the blade lasts longer
- Safe grip — wood handle and guard
- Easy to store — in a drawer or on a strip
In the box
One rod, ready to use.
- 1Honing rodHigh carbon steel, 36 cm with wood handle
Ready for the next meal
Keep the edge straight.
- Sharp for longer
- Steady in the hand
- Less sharpening
A carbon steel honing rod from £64.90 that keeps every knife cutting cleanly. Fourteen days at your own counter to be sure, with a prepaid label if you're not.
Goes well with
More for the knife drawer
The details
Material, length, care.
| Rod | High carbon steel |
|---|---|
| Handle | Brown wood with guard |
| Length | 36 cm overall |
| Weight | Approx. 370 g |
Care & use
Hold the rod upright with the tip on a towel. Draw the knife down and across the rod at about 15–20°, alternating sides, five to ten strokes each. Wipe the rod dry after use; never leave it wet or put it in the dishwasher.
Materials
The rod is high carbon steel with a fine finish. The handle is brown wood, fitted with a metal guard to protect the hand.
Shipping
Complimentary standard shipping across the United Kingdom, with no minimum spend.
Orders are prepared within 1–3 days. US delivery is typically 5–10 days after dispatch, UK 3–4 days.
The questions people ask right before they buy.
Is honing the same as sharpening?
No. Honing straightens the edge; sharpening removes metal to make a new one. Hone often and you will need to sharpen far less.
Which knives can I use it with?
Most steel kitchen knives. It is not intended for ceramic or serrated blades.
What angle should I use?
Around 15° for Japanese-style knives and around 20° for most Western knives.
How do I care for the rod?
Wipe it dry after each use and hang it up. Carbon steel should not be left wet or put in the dishwasher.
What if it arrives damaged?
Send a photo within 14 days of delivery and we replace it free. Anything later, write to us with a photo and we'll look at it case by case.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — standard shipping across the UK is free, taxes and import duties are included at checkout, and there's no minimum order.