Sharpening steels, such as this Henckels Four Star 10" Sharpening Steel, are key to keeping your knife in shape. A sharp knife will provide maximum safety; therefore the steel should be used regularly, preferably every other time the knife is used.

Features of the J.A. Henckels Four Star Series Knives include:

• Friodur ice hardening gives the knives maximum no-stain properties and more strength
• Super bolster provides weight, insuring safety and adding balance
• High-carbon no-stain steel is non-staining and non rusting
• Polypropylene handles are comfortable molded handles, hygienic (autoenclavable), food safe (no rivets to trap food), and sanitizable
• Henckels offers a full lifetime warranty