Honing steels

Sharp knives are essential for fast, safe food preparation. A SCANPAN honing steel is therefore a valuable kitchen tool and a thoughtful gift for anyone with a good collection of kitchen knives but no suitable tool for maintaining their edges. The SCANPAN honing steel is 25 cm long and well balanced. Regular use helps your knives stay sharp for longer. Do your old kitchen knives need replacing? Explore our wide selection of kitchen knives here.

Many people are unsure when to use a honing steel and when a knife sharpener is needed. A honing steel does not grind the knife; it realigns the cutting edge. Over time, use creates tiny bends and irregularities along the edge that are usually too small to see. You may nevertheless notice that the knife feels less sharp. The honing steel realigns the edge, but it does not remove material or make the knife sharper than it was originally.

If the blade has become blunt and the cutting edge has lost its sharp bevel, the knife must be sharpened to create a new edge. Buy a SCANPAN knife sharpener here.

Classic offers a wide selection of kitchen knives made from high-quality German steel. Forged from steel bar to finished knife, they combine an excellent edge with robust construction. Durable materials and the manufacturing method help Classic knives last for years when stored and maintained correctly. This includes regular honing with a honing steel and sharpening when needed. Kitchen knives from the Classic range suit both traditional and modern kitchens and offer excellent value.