Maintain compatible straight-edge kitchen knives between full sharpening sessions with the Yakushi Professional Honing Steel. The 12-inch rod helps realign an existing working edge that has begun to roll during everyday use. Product details: • 12-inch honing surface for controlled heel-to-tip passes• Listed 7Cr17 high-carbon stainless-steel rod• Shaped ebony-wood handle• Protective bolster between the handle and working surface• Designed for routine maintenance of compatible straight-edge, double-bevel kitchen knives• Manual operation with no electricity required This honing steel does not replace full sharpening. Use a suitable whetstone or professional service for severely dull, chipped, damaged, single-bevel, serrated, or unusually shaped blades. Follow the maintenance angle recommended by your knife’s manufacturer. Wipe the rod after use. When necessary, clean it carefully with mild soap and a soft cloth, dry it immediately, and store it securely.