Look after the investment in those Smeg knives and all your other knives, by keeping them sharp.

System includes: 6 x sharpening/polishing stones 148mm x 20mm Grits: 180, 400, 800, 1500, 2000, 3000 1 x 300mm Steel 2 x Self adhesive protective Pads to stick under clamp if using on a kitchen bench to protect it from damage. The clamp mount can be attached to a bench in the garage or any suitable table/bench, or you could mount to a breadboard and sit over a sink. Max clamp opening is 48mm.

When assembled, dimensions are: Length 570mm Height 220mm

The different grit stones can be quickly and easily changed due to the Quick release spring loaded stone guide handle.

Adjustable height gooseneck fitting lets you change the angle of the stone to give you a constant angle edge.

For best results the following angles are recommended. If you use a finer angle, the blade can dull more quickly.

• 30 degrees general purpose knives
• 25 degrees for pocket, hunting, vegetable & kitchen knives
• 20 degrees skinning, filleting

Move the stone toward the blade rather than away from the edge as this can bend the edge down rather than sharpen. Do not sweep the stone along the edge of the blade as this is the most inefficient method of sharpening. Use light pressure so the stone does the work.

1. Depending on how dull your blade is, start with coarse stone. Use 6-10 strokes on one side, then the other, repeat another cycle if necessary.
2. Change to a finer stone and repeat cycles/strokes.
3. Switch to an even finer stone and repeat cycles/strokes. You’ll start to see a mirrored edge around 600 -800 grit.

It is recommended to properly sharpen your knives every few months depending on usage.

It should not be necessary to say it, but, please use with care as sharp knives can obviously cut more easily and be dangerous.

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