Shun Fuji Ceramic Honing Steel

Summary

Inspired by the high-performance knives used by Japanese chefs, our exclusive Shun Fuji collection represents the very best in cutlery craftsmanship and technology. This honing rod is made in Japan of ceramic with a wood handle designed for a comfortable grip. Regular use will keep the blades of your finest cutlery in prime condition

• Handle is dark tagayasan wood, an extremely dense wood traditionally used in Japan to make samurai sword handles.
• End cap made of polished Damascus steel.
• Shun Fuji collection won the “Kitchen Knife of the Year Award” at the U.S. 2011 Blade Show for the best in new product quality and design.
• 160 handcrafted steps to produce each Fuji knife.
• Handcrafted in Japan.
• A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

Dimensions & More Info

• 10" long rod.
• 5 1/2" long handle.
• 10.75 oz.
• Handcrafted in Japan.

Use & Care

Use

• Use with straight-edged knives only; not for use with serrated blades.
• Rod length should measure at least as long as the knife being honed.
• To properly hone the knife, hold it up at the appropriate angle and draw the blade across the steel. Never stroke the same side of blade more than once in succession.
• Depending on how often you use your knives, you may wish to hone once a week.

Care

• Should metal filings accumulate on the rod, remove them with a damp cloth.