Smith's CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener - Yellow - 2-Step Preset Coarse & Fine Slots - Outdoor Handheld Knife Sharpener - Fishing, Hunting, Fillet, Pocket Knives - Compact Plastic Portable Keychain Tool

> The most convenient, compact, knife sharpener that I've found. > I use the ceramic side (with the little white cylinders) for sharpening kitchen knives (and my pocket knives). I hold the knives edge-up under running water in my sink with my left hand, and lightly move the sharpener with my right hand along the blade. About 10 very light strokes is usually enough to touch up an already fairly sharp knife. > I've nicked and scratched my kitchen countertop trying to sharpen long chef's knives using sharpeners that I have to place on a countertop and drag knives through. I appreciate that I don't have to set the Smith's sharpener on a countertop. > A few other reviewers claim that the ceramic rods broke when they were trying to sharpen knives --- if so, they were using WAY too much pressure. Use only a very light touch. > Generally speaking the carbide (metal) side should NEVER be used on chef's knives or other fine blades. The carbide takes off too much metal. In quality knives, only the very edge is treated to be hard enough to hold a very sharp edge --- grind that off (or scrape it off with a carbide sharpener), and all the sharpening in the world is a waste of time. Don't misunderstand, you can sharpen such a blade to razor sharpness --- but the blade will not hold the edge, it will quickly dull. A couple of other reviewers claim that the carbide chips fine blades -- in which case the blades are permanently ruined. > Use the carbide side for axes, machetes, and other utility blades made of comparatively softer steel. But even a utility blade can be damaged by using too much pressure with a carbide sharpener --- the edge of the blade becomes wavy and irregular. > You can touch up a utility blade, (that is, make it a little sharper) using the ceramic edge afterward --- but that extra step is usually a waste of time for utility blades, which will dull quickly in use anyway. > Maybe "medium quality" blades (such as an average quality hunting knife) might benefit from carbide followed by ceramic, but try the ceramic only, first. If, say 30, swipes with the ceramic side does not adequately sharpen the knife, then try 5 light swipes with the carbide sharpener, followed by 20 light swipes with the ceramic, and so on. > There is another option for truly fine blades -- a honer. If you see a chef "wiping" two chef's knives against each other, that's what he/she is doing -- honing. But it is better to use a honing rod (and follow the instructions which come with it, or watch a U-tube video). Honing straightens up microscopically bent or folded portions of the edge, and can dramatically "sharpen" a knife without removing any metal. If you use a honer, maybe once in 5 or 10 times that you hone the knife, you'll probably need to sharpen it with a ceramic sharpener -- albeit only a few strokes, 10 at most. > Caution, large rod-like ceramic sharpeners are sometimes described as (or sold as) "honers" -- maybe they hone and sharpen at the same time, but, if so, they are removing metal from your blade. The purpose of a honer (or a leather barber's strop) is to sharpen without removing metal. I recommend using a metal honer, followed (if necessary) by minimal sharpening with a ceramic sharpener. > How can you tell when a chef's knife is sharp? If (with a light sawing motion) the blade can cut a ripe tomato without depressing the skin, then it is sharp. I recommend that you forget about trying to sharpen blades sharp enough to shave the hair off your arms -- in the real world, there is no use for chef's knives, table knives, hunting knives, or pocket knives that sharp, and the weakened blade edges are more likely to chip, and will lose the 'edge' (become dull) much faster. I doubt that you could get a knife that sharp with a Smith CKK sharpener, anyway. That's not criticizing the Smith CKK sharpener -- it does what it needs to do quickly and easily. > Do NOT use on scissors, bypass garden shears, or grafting blades, or any other blades that are sharpened on only one side. Doing so will permanently ruin the blades.

Excellent sharpener. This is my second one, for everyday use with EDCs. Nothing high tech, just a functional and simple design and great price. I bought this second one, because the first one lives in a go bag. Definitely worth the $6 and change after tax.

Both sides work great! But most of my knifes are too wide at the handle. So, about a 1/2" to 3/4" up against the hilt where the blade enters the handle, doesn't get sharpened. But it is a small price to pay for a very sharp knife. I sharpened about 12 knives cleaning the sharpener with dish soap and a long bristle toothbrush after the 6th knife.

I have been using this brand of knife sharpener since I was a kid. It just simply works. This is an improved model that changes the angle on the sharpener surfaces. I use these every few days on my pocket knife after cutting up a lot of cardboard. Definitely recommend this.

I own several of these, so that already tells you what I really think about them. They are inexpensive, portable and easy to use. They handle curved blades easily, even a reverse curve blade which is challenging to sharpen with a stone. This is not meant to be a replacement for a sophisticated sharpening system, but it's quick, requires no setup or waiting for stones to absorb water and does the job well enough. I use it for kitchen knives, as a quick touch up of the edge, using the ceramic side, and also for outdoors knives. Again, I use the ceramic side mostly, as I don't wait for the edge to get too blunt before sharpening. The carbide side works well on very dulled edges, but all carbide sharpeners remove a good amount of steel from the knife edge, so I try to use sparingly. Cons: A few minor limitations that I am willing to live with include: - Because of the compact size (which is a plus, in my mind) the handle is small and you can only use 2 fingers to hold it in place. - Edge angle is fixed and cannot be changed or effectively controlled. - The ceramic rods are hard to reach for cleaning purposes, so they do accumulate steel residue from the knife edge. I am not sure how much of a problem this is in reducing the effectiveness of the sharpener over time. I will try some other methods of cleaning them and I'll update this review. Overall, it does what it's designed to do with no fuss and meets my everyday needs quite well especially in a portable situation. For me, it's also one tool among several that I use, depending on what I want to achieve. I have other, more sophisticated (and much larger, heavier and/or more delicate/breakable) sharpeners, if I want to spend more time and give that "special" blade more attention or if I just want to control edge angle.

I bought this knife sharpener with low expectations due to its price, but it was great! I didn't know this until I got it, but it has a dial to choose what angle you want so it's good for kitchen knives and pocket knives, as well as outdoor knives! The only downside is it's low quality plastic, but that's to be expected at such a low price.

Works and is very easy to use but even after a long time it doesn't get blades as sharp as I would like.

After using the Smith's CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener on a set of dull kitchen knives, I’ve found it to be a valuable tool with its own set of strengths and limitations. Pros: Efficiency in Sharpening: The sharpener effectively revitalizes dull blades. The coarse slot brings dull edges back to life, while the fine slot hones and polishes, resulting in remarkably sharp knives. Ease of Use: Its straightforward design makes it user-friendly. Even those new to knife sharpening will find the process simple and hassle-free. Compact and Practical Design: The size is ideal for kitchen storage, fitting easily into a drawer. The non-slip base adds stability and safety during use. Great Value: For its price, the performance of this sharpener is impressive. It offers an excellent balance of quality and affordability, making it accessible for most budgets. Cons: Limited Versatility: While it works wonderfully for standard kitchen knives, it may not be suitable for more specialized or premium knives. Not Instantaneous: There’s a slight learning curve, and it takes a bit of time to achieve the desired sharpness, especially for very dull knives. Build Quality: While adequate for the price, the build doesn’t feel particularly premium. Long-term durability might be a concern for heavy users. Manual Operation: Some might find the manual sharpening process less convenient compared to electric sharpeners, especially for sharpening multiple knives. In conclusion, the Smith's CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener is a fantastic option for those seeking an easy, effective, and budget-friendly solution for maintaining their kitchen knives. It strikes a solid balance between functionality and cost, making it a worthwhile investment for casual cooks and culinary enthusiasts looking for a quick and simple way to keep their blades in top condition.

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It’s a great design, brilliantly product. Transformed my knives, I have used alternatives before but this is the best of the bunch and worth the money. Top marks 👍

What I really like is the simplicity there are far too many items out there that are overly complicated not this one you've got one side for rough grind the other side for smooth finish it doesn't get any better than that. It's also small enough that it can fit in the trailer which was my intended purpose but to throw it in my backpack as well it is super small and the other great feature is this got rubber feet on either end so when you flip it over it's not going to slide on you. So far I've sharpened three knives and they came out fantastically sharp. I can't think of any caveats because you know when you order this you're looking for something small convenient and something that just works and this does. I was going to try my ax on it but I don't need my ex as sharp as I want my knives and the scissors working here as well.

Es un producto pequeño, y los cuchillos los afila muy bien

Really good one. It really sharpens the knife after 5-10 strocks. Though the price is pretty high but is worth it. I had a cheaper one earlier but is was of no use. Pretty crap. This one is handy and portable. But since this is imported delivery takes some time.