The Sharpal 191H is a compact three-stage sharpener built around a suction cup base for one-handed, hands-free use. Stage 1 uses two preset crossed tungsten carbide blades to quickly set a new edge on a dull or damaged blade. Stage 2 uses ceramic blades to finely hone, polish, and remove burrs once an edge is already close to sharp. A separate tungsten carbide slot is built specifically for sharpening scissors. The sharpener is designed for double-beveled edges at approximately 20 degrees per side and is not suitable for single-beveled Japanese blades.
This is a fast, no-fuss option for maintaining Western-style straight and serrated kitchen knives and household scissors between full sharpening sessions, rather than a substitute for whetstone work on fine single-bevel edges. The high-quality rubber base pulls roughly twice the suction force of comparable products, so the sharpener stays locked to the counter while both hands stay free to control the blade. At 2.75 in in diameter and 2.32 in tall, it is small enough to store in a drawer or take along in a travel kit.
Use and Care Instructions: Place the sharpener on a smooth, flat surface and press the black lever down to engage the suction base. Insert the blade fully and vertically into the correct slot at a 90 degree angle to the sharpener, then pull with light pressure from heel to tip in the direction of the printed arrow. Do not saw back and forth. Use Stage 1 for a dull or damaged edge and Stage 2 for honing and for serrated blades, which should only be run through the ceramic slot. Gloves are recommended while sharpening. Wipe the exterior with a damp soft cloth after use. If metal particles collect in a slot, rinse with water and clear them with a nylon brush, then dry completely before storing.
This is a fast, no-fuss option for maintaining Western-style straight and serrated kitchen knives and household scissors between full sharpening sessions, rather than a substitute for whetstone work on fine single-bevel edges. The high-quality rubber base pulls roughly twice the suction force of comparable products, so the sharpener stays locked to the counter while both hands stay free to control the blade. At 2.75 in in diameter and 2.32 in tall, it is small enough to store in a drawer or take along in a travel kit.
Use and Care Instructions: Place the sharpener on a smooth, flat surface and press the black lever down to engage the suction base. Insert the blade fully and vertically into the correct slot at a 90 degree angle to the sharpener, then pull with light pressure from heel to tip in the direction of the printed arrow. Do not saw back and forth. Use Stage 1 for a dull or damaged edge and Stage 2 for honing and for serrated blades, which should only be run through the ceramic slot. Gloves are recommended while sharpening. Wipe the exterior with a damp soft cloth after use. If metal particles collect in a slot, rinse with water and clear them with a nylon brush, then dry completely before storing.
- Brand: Sharpal
- Item Number: 191H
- Type: 3-Stage Suction Cup Sharpener
- Stage 1: Tungsten Carbide, Coarse Edge Setting
- Stage 2: Ceramic, Fine Honing
- Scissors Slot: Tungsten Carbide
- Sharpening Angle: 20 degrees per side, double bevel only
- Base: Suction Cup, Non-Slip
- Dimensions: 2.75 in diameter x 2.32 in height
- Weight: 0.26 lb
- Warranty: 3 Years
