The Sharpal 104N runs sharpening in two stages through fixed carbide and ceramic notches rather than a freehand stone pass. Stage 1 uses two crossed tungsten carbide blades set at a preset angle to remove material and reset a dull edge quickly. Stage 2 uses ceramic blades to hone that edge to a fine finish. The sharpener includes two angle presets: a 20 degree STANDARD slot for Euro and American style knives, and a 15 degree ASIAN slot for Santoku and other double beveled blades, so the fixed angle actually matches the blade geometry instead of forcing one angle on everything.
A separate, specially shaped tungsten carbide slot handles scissors, and stage 2 alone can be used to touch up serrated blades without regrinding the teeth. The carbide and ceramic abrasive is rated past 10,000 uses without wearing out, and the ergonomic handle has a rubber over-molded grip that keeps the tool stable under the light, controlled pressure this style of sharpener is designed for.
Use and Care Instructions: Insert the blade fully and vertically into the correct slot at a 90 degree angle to the sharpener body, then pull from heel to tip with light pressure, following the direction indicated on the housing. Use only light pressure; heavy pressure risks losing control of the blade. For scissors, sharpen only the beveled side of each blade, since scissors blades are single beveled. Clean the exterior with a damp, soft cloth. Oil or other lubricant is not necessary.
A separate, specially shaped tungsten carbide slot handles scissors, and stage 2 alone can be used to touch up serrated blades without regrinding the teeth. The carbide and ceramic abrasive is rated past 10,000 uses without wearing out, and the ergonomic handle has a rubber over-molded grip that keeps the tool stable under the light, controlled pressure this style of sharpener is designed for.
Use and Care Instructions: Insert the blade fully and vertically into the correct slot at a 90 degree angle to the sharpener body, then pull from heel to tip with light pressure, following the direction indicated on the housing. Use only light pressure; heavy pressure risks losing control of the blade. For scissors, sharpen only the beveled side of each blade, since scissors blades are single beveled. Clean the exterior with a damp, soft cloth. Oil or other lubricant is not necessary.
- Brand: Sharpal
- Model: 104N
- Type: Knife and Scissors Sharpener, 5 In 1
- Stage 1 Abrasive: Tungsten Carbide
- Stage 2 Abrasive: Ceramic
- Scissors Abrasive: Tungsten Carbide
- Standard Angle: 20 Degree (Euro and American Knives)
- Asian Angle: 15 Degree (Santoku and Double Bevel Knives)
- Handle: Rubber Over Molded, Ergonomic
- Rated Use: 10,000+ Sharpening Cycles
- Dimensions: 8.5 in x 1.125 in x 3.25 in
- Applications: Straight Knives, Serrated Knives, Scissors
- UPC: 814744020039
