Lansky® takes the classic Butcher's Rod style sharpener to a new dimension with a medium diamond grit permanently bonded to a heavy-duty steel rod. The Diamond 400 grit Sharp Stick® features a hand guard and an overmolded rubber, non-slip, comfort-grip handle. The diamond grit makes proper maintenance of your finest kitchen and carving knives faster and more efficient than ever before. Just a few strokes are all you need to put a factory-like edge back on your knives. Details SKU: LSS9DBase/Handle Material: RubberFeatures: Hand Guard, KeyringGrit: Medium (400)Sharpener Length: 9 in (22.9 cm)Sharpener Material: DiamondUses: Kitchen Blade Instructions USING YOUR SHARP STICK® Step 1 - Place the tip of the sharpener on a stable surface. Grip the handle firmly. Step 2 - Try to match the bevel angle of the knife to the sharpener and then draw the knife edge down the rod as if you were attempting to slice a thin layer off the rod –repeat this motion 3 – 4 times using light to moderate pressure. Repeat on the other side of the blade. Maintain a consistent angle for the best results. Note: Do not apply oil to Lansky® Diamond surface: clean diamond hones with water and wipe shavings away with a lint-free rag. Diamond hones should be completely dry before next use. Be Smart, Be Safe and Stay... An Edge Above the Rest®! CAUTION: Knife sharpening is an inherently dangerous activity. Used properly this sharpener cannot hurt you but a carelessly handled blade or pointed object can. LSS9D