The Sharpal 196N is a two piece angle guide set, each piece integrated with four preset angles: 14, 17, 20, and 25 degrees. The design holds a chosen angle constant regardless of blade size, which a freehand angle estimate cannot reliably do. The two pieces differ by base: the orange guide has a magnetic base built for ferrous metal sharpening stones, and the black guide has an anti-slip rubber base built for traditional stones, ceramic whetstones, and other non-ferrous surfaces.
Matching a guide to the stone type keeps the reference point fixed at the chosen angle through the full length of a stroke instead of drifting, which is where most of the angle inconsistency in freehand sharpening actually comes from. As a general reference, Japanese single bevel edges commonly run in the 10 to 15 degree range, Western double bevel kitchen knives commonly run 17 to 20 degrees per side, and heavier outdoor tools often run 25 degrees or more; check with the specific knife or tool manufacturer for the angle that applies to a given blade.
Use and Care Instructions: Select the guide with the base suited to the stone in use: magnetic for ferrous metal stones, rubber base for ceramic or traditional stones. Wipe clean with a dry cloth after use. No special maintenance is required.
- Brand: Sharpal
- Model: 196N
- Type: Angle Guide Set, 2 Piece
- Preset Angles: 14, 17, 20, 25 Degree (Each Guide)
- Guide 1 Base: Magnetic (Ferrous Metal Stones)
- Guide 2 Base: Anti Slip Rubber (Ceramic and Traditional Stones)
- Dimensions: 1.5 in x 1.5 in (Each)
- UPC: 814744020237
