Review on 🔪 CUTLUXE Honing Steel: 10-Inch Sharpening Rod for Precise Knife Maintenance – Full Tang Ergonomic Handle – Artisan Series by Ruth Ward

The sharpening steel comes in a beautiful gift box with a lifetime guarantee. The rod has a full shaft so it feels solid and well balanced, unlike my previous sharpening steel (see image of Henckel's sharpening steel to the right of the Cutluxe). The wooden handle is comfortable to grip and flares towards the end, reminding me of a small sword hilt, and the shaft is longer to allow the knife to be used in full motion when sharpening. I remember going to buffets before the pandemic and during the butcher station where the chef would stand over the big roast and sharpen his knife. He asked you if you would like a fried or well-done slice, and then used his freshly sharpened knife to cut off a good chunk of beef. The longer handle and sharpening rod make working with the knife easier and more enjoyable.