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Utopia Kitchen 12 Inch Honing Steel Knife Sharpening Steel Sharpening Rod
Last Updated: August 19, 2019 (Refresh Now)
9.4
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Build Quality
106steel, sharpener, sharpening, knives, rod
+95%
-5%
" ... handle is good and thick felling. ... "
" ... For the money I have never owned a better steel. ... "
" ... Solid quality so far. ... "
" ... sturdy, heavy, works like a charm. ... "
" ... The sharpening steel itself is much thicker in diameter which gives it a much sturdier look and feel. ... "
" ... This sharpener is sturdy and works well. ... It’s got a good heft to it, a perfect striking surface, and a solid guard on the handle. ... It worked perfectly in sharpening and honing our kitchen knife set. ... "
" ... Already used it several times and it seems to do just what it is supposed to which is hone a sharp edge. ... "
" ... made well and much better than the ones that come with knife sets. ... "
Price
37money, steel, great product, worth, value
+100%
" ... This is a good sharpening rod at a good price. ... "
" ... This was the best quality sharpener at the best price. ... "
" ... for the price. ... "
" ... I think these are all pretty similar so this is great for the money, good length and balance ... "
" ... Exceeded my expectations given the low price. ... "
" ... I was surprised at the quality for the price. ... "
" ... Not sure how long it will last but dont really care because of the low price. ... "
" ... Very good value. ... "
Ease of Use
26easy, use, instructions, stone, sharpening
+96%
-4%
" ... Instructions clear and easy to follow. ... "
" ... I purchased this one and the sharpening process is so easy! ... "
" ... The knife whetstone is round and easy to use. ... "
" ... Great feel in the hands, easy to control when in use. ... Hones the edge well and comes with easy to understand instructions on various type of honing techniques. ... "
" ... This sharpener is easy to use and store. ... "
" ... Works well and it’s easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use too! ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
Size
22weight, heavy, smaller, length, knives
+100%
" ... I love the large size. ... "
" ... It is heavy duty. ... "
" ... Works well, sharpens quickly and came with a handy instruction paper with at least 4 ways to sharpen your knives. ... "
" ... It’s a great size and very sturdy. ... "
" ... It’s well made, fits perfectly in my hand. ... "
" ... You can tell from the weight of the product that its good. ... "
" ... Has a good weight to it also ... "
" ... Only time will tell if the metal will hold up over the long haul. ... "
Usage
18drawer, knife, kitchen, cook, kitchen knives
+83%
-17%
" ... Bought this for my husband, as he is a meat cutter, and it works perfect for him ... "
" ... Performed well on my favorite kitchen knives thus far. ... "
" ... (Pocket, Carry & Kitchen) with this Steel ! ... "
" ... I eat a lot of tomatoes and now my knives just glide through the tomatoes with no effort at all. ... She does a lot of cooking and chipping from scratch, and this has made cooking more pleasant for her. ... "
" ... Works like a charm, though I am an amateur cook. ... "
" ... I use it every time I cook before and after. ... "
" ... My meat carving is now on the level of solidly respectable. ... "
" ... Been a meat cutter for 12 years. ... "
Marketplace
14works, yesterday, thank, received, fast shipping
+93%
-7%
" ... A++++++++.Thank you ... "
" ... So far this works well as described. ... "
" ... All as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
" ... Was as in the picture. ... "
" ... Great product, price, and fast shipping thank you very much. ... "
" ... Fast shipping, east to use ... "
" ... Is everything as described ... "
Delivery
12delivered, arrived, yesterday, timely, delivery
+100%
" ... Received in a timely period. ... "
" ... Arrived on time and in good order. ... "
" ... It arrived in a very timely matter . ... "
" ... Arrived right on time, and we love it. ... "
" ... Received this a couple days ago. ... "
" ... Top notch and delivered quickly. ... "
" ... I received it sooner than the estimated delivery date and it was exactly what I wanted. ... "
" ... No defects, arrived undamaged. ... "
Weight
12good, heavy, length, duty, size
+100%
" ... Has a good weight to it also ... "
" ... It is heavy duty. ... "
" ... Its heavy its stable and the feel is real. ... "
" ... The handle has some weight to it giving the user total stability when using it. ... "
" ... Heavier and “better” than the other two I own. ... "
" ... You can tell from the weight of the product that its good. ... "
" ... Heavy duty, sharpens like a champ! ... "
" ... Good weight to it and the length is just about right as well. ... "
Product Reliability
8years, months, last, ago, working
+88%
-13%
" ... Received this a couple days ago. ... "
" ... So far it's been working really well and it doesn't look cheap to me. ... "
" ... It appears to work great, and I think it will last a long time. ... "
" ... I can see this item lasting a long time. ... "
" ... Remember regular use of a steel will keep an edge for months . ... "
" ... I have been using it for months and I love it. ... "
Cleaning
7sharpening, knives, knife, edges, edge
+71%
-29%
" ... Idk the difference between a good one and a bad one really, but it feels good in my hand and cleaned up the edge of my kitchen knife well. ... "
" ... Feels good in the hand, cleans the edges nicely. ... "
" ... It does just that giving me clean, sharp cuts every time ... "
" ... Nice size and it cleans up the edges better than the sharpener. ... "
Design
7looks, feel, look, like, edge
+100%
" ... The directions were clear. ... "
" ... It looks like this is a keeper. ... "
" ... Went to Amazon and liked the looks and thought we would try this. ... "
" ... Quality feel and look of steel. ... Hones to a sharp edge. ... "
" ... The sharpening steel itself is much thicker in diameter which gives it a much sturdier look and feel. ... "
" ... The plastic handle has a grippy matte finish that makes it feel premium. ... "
" ... By comparison (which may not be a fair one), this steel is beautiful! ... "
Product As Described
6works, far, advertised
+100%
" ... Works as described ... "
" ... No complaints so far, works as described ... "
" ... Was as in the picture. ... "
" ... Is everything as described ... "
" ... So far this works well as described. ... "
" ... All as advertised. ... "
Family
4son, one, family, every
+100%
" ... Great to have in the kitchen ... "
" ... This will be in our kitchen for many years to come. ... "
" ... Must have for kitchen ... "
" ... My son is in culinary school and this was perfect. ... "
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