This is a professional honing steel from Dick, a German manufacturer with a long-standing reputation in commercial kitchen cutlery and knife care. The 30.5cm steel features an oval cross-section blade in German steel with a regular cut, designed to realign and maintain the edge of kitchen knives between sharpenings. It is not a sharpener in the grinding sense — it hones, which means it restores the edge alignment that drifts with regular use rather than removing significant material from the blade.In a busy kitchen environment, knife edges lose their bite quickly. A quality honing steel used consistently throughout service keeps blades performing at their best without the need for frequent re-grinding. The oval profile of this steel provides a more controlled contact angle than a round steel, which suits chefs who want consistency across different knife types. The handle is designed for a secure grip, which matters when the steel is being used at pace during a busy service.Practical advantages of this steel include: Oval blade profile for controlled honing angle on varied knife types Regular cut suited to most commercial kitchen knives German steel construction for wear resistance and longevity Safe-grip handle for confident use under kitchen conditions Compact enough for daily bench use without taking up significant space This steel is well suited to professional kitchens where knives are in constant use and edge maintenance is part of the daily routine. It is a sound choice for chefs who prefer to maintain their own knives rather than relying solely on periodic sharpening. For very heavy-duty use across a large brigade, a longer or coarser-cut steel may be worth considering.If you are unsure which cut or length of steel best fits your knife set and working style, the team is happy to talk it through with you.
