--- product_id: 564766218 title: "Professional Honing Steel, 10 inch Honing Rod, Carbon Steel Knife Sharpener, Magnetized Steel, Ergonomic & Balanced Polypropylene Handle, Ideal for All Chef Knives, Japanese Gift Box" brand: "kimura" price: "VT17023" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Kimura" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/564766218-professional-honing-steel-10-inch-honing-rod-carbon-steel-knife store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Ergonomic non-slip polypropylene handle Magnetized for safety & precision 10-inch premium carbon steel rod Professional Honing Steel, 10 inch Honing Rod, Carbon Steel Knife Sharpener, Magnetized Steel, Ergonomic & Balanced Polypropylene Handle, Ideal for All Chef Knives, Japanese Gift Box **Brand:** kimura **Price:** VT17023 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔪 Sharpen Like a Pro, Impress Like a Chef ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Professional Honing Steel, 10 inch Honing Rod, Carbon Steel Knife Sharpener, Magnetized Steel, Ergonomic & Balanced Polypropylene Handle, Ideal for All Chef Knives, Japanese Gift Box by kimura - **How much does it cost?** VT17023 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/564766218-professional-honing-steel-10-inch-honing-rod-carbon-steel-knife) ## Best For - kimura enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kimura brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Endure:** Single-piece full tang carbon steel construction guarantees unmatched durability and longevity. - • **Safety Meets Style:** Magnetized steel secures your blade during honing, reducing slips and accidents. - • **Gift-Ready Elegance:** Presented in a sleek Japanese Kanji gift box—perfect for the discerning culinary professional. - • **Comfort-Driven Design:** Ergonomic, non-slip handle offers superior grip for steady, accurate sharpening. - • **Precision Honing, Every Time:** Kimura’s proprietary chromium plating ensures razor-sharp edges with minimal effort. ## Overview The Kimura Professional Honing Steel is a 10-inch carbon steel honing rod enhanced with a proprietary chromium plating and magnetized surface for superior knife maintenance. Featuring an ergonomic polypropylene handle and full tang construction, it offers durability, safety, and comfort. Versatile for all chef knives and elegantly packaged in a Japanese Kanji gift box, it comes backed by a lifetime warranty—making it the ultimate sharpening tool for culinary enthusiasts and professionals alike. ## Description Elevate your culinary experience with the Kimura Professional Honing Steel, a 10-inch honing rod expertly crafted from premium carbon steel. Engineered with precision, this honing rod undergoes Kimura's exclusive chromium plating process, ensuring exceptional performance. Its magnetized design adds an extra layer of safety, securing your knives during the honing process. The ergonomic polypropylene handle offers a non-slip, comfortable grip for steady and accurate honing, and its versatile nature accommodates kitchen knives of various sizes and shapes. Convenient storage is a breeze, thanks to the integrated hanging loop. Crafted from a single piece of carbon steel with a full tang that's bolstered to the handle, this honing rod is built to withstand the test of time. Presented in an exquisite gift box featuring traditional Japanese Kanji design, it makes for a thoughtful and stylish gift for any culinary enthusiast. Upgrade your honing experience with Kimura's Professional Honing Steel. Review: Brilliant product - thanks! - bought this honing steel to replace my very worn one. It arrived quickly and is well packaged and works brilliantly. I must say I didn't realise there would be all this palaver ordering a knife sharpener as if paying by debit card there are all these age verification tings to do. I cold understand that were I buying a knife rather than a sharpener but hey-ho, this is how life is I guess. Brilliant product though! Definitely recommend. Review: It works - Having had several steels over the last years each wearing out relatively quickly it was time to replace the last one. Having received our new steel I commenced sharpening our kitchen knives the intention being to use a knife sharpener to start then finish sharpening the knives with the new steel. NO NEED! I initially used the new steel on one of our knives and it sharpened a dull blade remarkably well considering the level of bluntness of the knife. The remaining knives were all sharpened this way with a good result from all the knives. (Both general use and good quality steel knives) With the lesser quality knives the steel could be felt gripping the knife as it sharpened it to a very sharp level. Overall I am impressed with the steel and it appears that it will have longevity of effective use unlike its predecessors. A good product!! ## Features - [ PREMIUM STEEL ] - The honing rod is made from a premium carbon steel that is grooved and enhanced with Kimura’s proprietary chromium plating process. The honing steel is also magnetized for additional safety. - [ ERGONOMIC HANDLE ] - The polypropylene handle is non-slip and easy to grip offering superior comfort, with an ergonomic shape that allows for steady and accurate honing. - [ VERSATILE ] - The Kimura honing rod is highly versatile allowing you to sharpen kitchen knives of various sizes and shapes. The sharpener also comes equipped with a hanging loop for easy and convenient storage. - [ MADE TO LAST ] - The honing steel is made from a single piece of carbon steel with a full tang that is bolstered to the handle, which provides exceptional strength and durability - Kimura’s honing rod is sure to stand the test of time. - [ HOW TO USE ] - Slide one side of the knife from base to tip at a 15 - 20 degree angle along the rod surface (depending on the angle of the blade). Repeat 2-3 times on both sides of the kitchen knife. - [ GREAT GIFT ] - Our sharpener is packaged in a stylish gift box with a traditional Japanese Kanji design. - [ LIFETIME WARRANTY ] - We are so confident in the quality of our honing rod that a lifetime warranty is included in your purchase. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your purchase, simply contact us and we will make it right. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BYKQ589S | | Best Sellers Rank | 12,103 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 1 in Sharpening Steels | | Brand Name | Kimura | | Colour | Sharpening Steel | | Country Of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (414) | | Grit Type | Fine | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 25.4L x 25.4W x 25.4H centimetres | | Item Length | 43 Centimetres | | Item Type Name | Honing Rod | | Item Weight | 0.4 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Kimura | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty. | | Material Type | Carbon Steel | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Kimura - **Colour:** Sharpening Steel - **Grit type:** Fine - **Item weight:** 0.4 Kilograms - **Manufacturer:** Kimura - **Material:** Carbon Steel - **Number of items:** 1 - **Product dimensions:** 25.4L x 25.4W x 25.4H centimetres ## Images ![Professional Honing Steel, 10 inch Honing Rod, Carbon Steel Knife Sharpener, Magnetized Steel, Ergonomic & Balanced Polypropylene Handle, Ideal for All Chef Knives, Japanese Gift Box - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71IiPZkjJqL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this good for left handers?** A: I didn't know that you could buy left or right-handed knives. **Q: Is this suited for left handers?** A: Since the knife edge has a double bevel (double edge), with a 15 degree angle on each side, it can be used by both right and left handed users. **Q: How easy is this knife to sharpen? And how often should it be sharpened if used daily?** A: Hi there, We advise the following maintenance guidelines: 1. Hone the blade with a honing rode once every 3-4 days (honing should take no longer than 10-20 seconds) 2. Sharpen the knife with a 1000 grit whetstone once every 3-6 months. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant product - thanks! *by J***K on 24 January 2026* bought this honing steel to replace my very worn one. It arrived quickly and is well packaged and works brilliantly. I must say I didn't realise there would be all this palaver ordering a knife sharpener as if paying by debit card there are all these age verification tings to do. I cold understand that were I buying a knife rather than a sharpener but hey-ho, this is how life is I guess. Brilliant product though! Definitely recommend. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works *by C***L on 28 December 2024* Having had several steels over the last years each wearing out relatively quickly it was time to replace the last one. Having received our new steel I commenced sharpening our kitchen knives the intention being to use a knife sharpener to start then finish sharpening the knives with the new steel. NO NEED! I initially used the new steel on one of our knives and it sharpened a dull blade remarkably well considering the level of bluntness of the knife. The remaining knives were all sharpened this way with a good result from all the knives. (Both general use and good quality steel knives) With the lesser quality knives the steel could be felt gripping the knife as it sharpened it to a very sharp level. Overall I am impressed with the steel and it appears that it will have longevity of effective use unlike its predecessors. A good product!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Knives really respond to this *by K***. on 16 December 2025* Splendid thing, works atreat. ## Frequently Bought Together - Kimura® Professional Honing Steel, 12 inch Honing Rod, Carbon Steel Knife Sharpener, Magnetized Steel, Ergonomic & Balanced Polypropylene Handle, Ideal for All Chef Knives, Japanese Gift Box - Hasegawa 10 x 6.5 Inch Plastic Green Makisu/Sushi Rolling Mat - Hasegawa Plastic Sushi Rolling mat, Sushi Cooking mat, Blue Medium Size, 10" x 9.5" --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/564766218-professional-honing-steel-10-inch-honing-rod-carbon-steel-knife](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/564766218-professional-honing-steel-10-inch-honing-rod-carbon-steel-knife) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*