--- product_id: 255834160 title: "Ceramic Honing Rod โ€“ 12 Inch, HRC 68, 1000 Grit | 12 Inch Ceramic Rod, HRC 68 Alumina, 1000 Grit, Rectangular Safety Guard, For Chef, Carving, Paring & Hunting Knives" brand: "shenzhen knives" price: "221.59 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Shenzhen Knives" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/255834160-ceramic-honing-rod-12-inch-hrc-68-1000-grit-12 store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # HRC 68 Ceramic Alumina - near diamond hardness 12-inch rod for full blade coverage Built-in zinc-alloy safety guard Ceramic Honing Rod โ€“ 12 Inch, HRC 68, 1000 Grit | 12 Inch Ceramic Rod, HRC 68 Alumina, 1000 Grit, Rectangular Safety Guard, For Chef, Carving, Paring & Hunting Knives **Brand:** shenzhen knives **Price:** 221.59 DT **Availability:** โœ… In Stock ## Summary > ๐Ÿ”ช Hone Like a Pro, Slice Like a Boss! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ceramic Honing Rod โ€“ 12 Inch, HRC 68, 1000 Grit | 12 Inch Ceramic Rod, HRC 68 Alumina, 1000 Grit, Rectangular Safety Guard, For Chef, Carving, Paring & Hunting Knives by shenzhen knives - **How much does it cost?** 221.59 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/255834160-ceramic-honing-rod-12-inch-hrc-68-1000-grit-12) ## Best For - shenzhen knives enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shenzhen knives brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - โ€ข **Full-Length Precision:** 12-inch rod covers entire blade in one smooth stroke, perfect for chef, carving, paring, and even hard carbon steels. - โ€ข **Safe & Secure Handling:** Zinc-alloy reinforced rectangular guard plus ergonomic nylon handle ensure confident, slip-free honing for all skill levels. - โ€ข **Sharper Blades, Longer Life:** HRC 68 ceramic alumina surface realigns edges gently without metal loss, keeping knives sharper between full sharpenings. - โ€ข **Low Maintenance, High Performance:** Hand wash only; metal residue wipes off easily. Durable ceramic rod built to last with proper care. - โ€ข **Professional Results, Everyday Price:** Achieve restaurant-quality sharpness at a fraction of the costโ€”ideal for home cooks, culinary students, and enthusiasts. ## Overview The Shenzhen Knives Ceramic Honing Rod is a 12-inch, HRC 68 ceramic alumina sharpening tool with a 1000 grit surface that realigns knife edges gently and effectively. Featuring a zinc-alloy reinforced safety guard and ergonomic handle, it offers full blade coverage for straight-edge knives, including hard steels. Designed for durability and ease of use, this rod delivers professional-grade sharpness at an accessible price, making it a must-have for serious home cooks and culinary enthusiasts. ## Description Product description Our Creative Process We sketch and create prototypes. Our aim is to make ordinary kitchen products work better. Quality, Affordable Design We use the high quality materials like natural, long-lasting bamboo. And we don't spend millions on celebrity chef endorsements or fancy advertising. The Shenzhen Knives Brand We are a small business based out of Honolulu, Hawaii. We started out over 10 years ago with a mission to make quality ceramic knives affordable to the masses and have since expanded into cutlery and cutlery accessories. Review: Keep the box and plastic insert - I have had this sharpener for almost six months, and I could not be happier. I use it to sharpen my knives fairly regularly, and this keeps the blades extremely sharp. For a challenge, I used it to sharpen my old Leatherman PST, which has seen a lot of use. Even it was noticeably sharper when done. I use this regularly, and always put it back into the box and plastic insert, to keep it from getting damaged. Most knives require a 15 degree incline, which you should measure and check a few times until you get used to it. Remember that it takes less force to use a sharp knife, so they're safer (which I learned as a Scout). Review: 12" ceramic rod hones and sharpens with 1000 European (FEPA-F) grit equal to 3000 Japanese (JIS) - This isn't just a honing rod. It also sharpens knives because the grit is within the 1000-3000 JIS grit range (ideal for sharpening moderately dull knives that aren't damaged or chipped). The seller has a US address (Hawaii, US) and the box says it is made in China. The build quality is better than expected. The handle has a nice feel and the small hand guard isn't round to prevent the rod from rolling off your table. The rod is solid ceramic so I keep it inside the original box to protect it from breaking. I used this ceramic rod on a couple of old santoku knives (Tranmontina "stain-free high carbon German steel") and it did a nice job of restoring them to usable shape. You can see the sharpness of a knife by having a light source behind you and seeing how much light is reflected by the blade edge. If the blade is sharp enough, it won't reflect any light visible to you. About 5-10 gentle swipes on each side of the blade should do it. For non-professional cooks, it's probably good enough to use once per week to keep knives reasonably sharp and honed. I may not bother with a separate 4000-6000 JIS grit sharpener to use as a finishing step. ## Features - HRC 68 Ceramic Alumina โ€“ Harder Than Steel: Ceramic alumina ranks just below diamond on the hardness scale at HRC 68, making this rod harder than steel, rust-resistant, and built for lasting performance. The 1000 grit surface gently realigns your blade edge with each stroke โ€” restoring sharpness without stripping excessive metal โ€” so knives stay sharper longer between full sharpenings. - Built-In Safety Guard โ€“ Confidence for Every Skill Level: The zinc-alloy-reinforced rectangular blade guard positions your hand safely away from the rod with every stroke โ€” giving first-time honers real confidence and experienced cooks added control. The flat guard edge also prevents the rod from rolling off your counter between uses, and the ergonomic 5-inch nylon handle ensures a secure, comfortable grip. - 12-Inch Rod for Full-Blade Coverage โ€“ Works on Hard Steels Too: At 12 inches, this rod sweeps the full length of most kitchen knives in a single heel-to-tip stroke for consistent edge alignment every time. Designed for straight-edge stainless steel knives โ€” chef, carving, paring, butcher, and hunting blades โ€” and effective on harder steels, including carbon steel knives. For peak sharpness, hone before each cooking session or after every 2โ€“3 uses. - Sharp Knives, Better Cooking โ€“ Professional Results at an Accessible Price: A dull blade crushes tomatoes instead of slicing them, drags through onions, and slows every step of meal prep. This ceramic rod delivers the same realignment performance as rods costing twice as much โ€” for weeknight dinners, holiday cooking, or high-end knife maintenance. A practical gift for home cooks, culinary students, and kitchen enthusiasts โ€” pairs well with chef knives, cutting boards, and sharpening kits. - HAND Wash Only โ€“ Easy Care Instructions: After honing, you may notice gray streaks on the ceramic surface โ€” this is normal metal residue from the blade and wipes away easily with mild dish soap and a slightly abrasive sponge or non-scratch scrub pad. Do not put this rod in the dishwasher. Handle with care: ceramic is hard but breakable and will shatter if dropped. Straight-edge blades only โ€” not suitable for serrated knives. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07KJT8NYT | | Best Sellers Rank | #6,457 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #10 in Manual Knife Sharpeners | | Brand | Shenzhen Knives | | Brand Name | Shenzhen Knives | | Color | White | | Colour | White | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 780 Reviews | | Grit Type | Fine | | Grit type | Fine | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 7.2L x 3.9W x 44.8H centimeters | | Item Weight | 350 Grams | | Item weight | 350 Grams | | Manufacturer | Shenzhen Knives | | Manufacturer Part Number | SZSHARP-ROD | | Material | Ceramic | | Material Type | Ceramic | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Product dimensions | 7.2L x 3.9W x 44.8H centimeters | | UPC | 858745006579 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Shenzhen Knives - **Colour:** White - **Item weight:** 350 Grams - **Material:** Ceramic - **Product dimensions:** 7.2L x 3.9W x 44.8H centimeters ## Images ![Ceramic Honing Rod โ€“ 12 Inch, HRC 68, 1000 Grit | 12 Inch Ceramic Rod, HRC 68 Alumina, 1000 Grit, Rectangular Safety Guard, For Chef, Carving, Paring & Hunting Knives - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51lspfQrxrL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does it work with to sharpen ceramic knives?** A: Yes, it does sharpen knives and works very well to touch them up. **Q: Is this best for mac knife mth-80 professional hollow edge chefโ€™s knife. to sharpen?** A: Hi there! Thanks so much for your inquiry! Per the MAC manufacturer's guidelines, utilizing the Common Roll Sharpener would be best rather than our Ceramic Rod. Best, Shenzhen Knives **Q: Is this best for mac knife mth-80 professional hollow edge chefโ€™s knife. to sharpen?** A: What does the knife manufacturer recommend? This sharpener is not designed to do hollow grinding. **Q: Is it made in China?** A: Yes ## Customer Reviews ### โญโญโญโญโญ Keep the box and plastic insert *by P***S on 17 February 2025* I have had this sharpener for almost six months, and I could not be happier. I use it to sharpen my knives fairly regularly, and this keeps the blades extremely sharp. For a challenge, I used it to sharpen my old Leatherman PST, which has seen a lot of use. Even it was noticeably sharper when done. I use this regularly, and always put it back into the box and plastic insert, to keep it from getting damaged. Most knives require a 15 degree incline, which you should measure and check a few times until you get used to it. Remember that it takes less force to use a sharp knife, so they're safer (which I learned as a Scout). ### โญโญโญโญโญ 12" ceramic rod hones and sharpens with 1000 European (FEPA-F) grit equal to 3000 Japanese (JIS) *by A***R on 13 December 2020* This isn't just a honing rod. It also sharpens knives because the grit is within the 1000-3000 JIS grit range (ideal for sharpening moderately dull knives that aren't damaged or chipped). The seller has a US address (Hawaii, US) and the box says it is made in China. The build quality is better than expected. The handle has a nice feel and the small hand guard isn't round to prevent the rod from rolling off your table. The rod is solid ceramic so I keep it inside the original box to protect it from breaking. I used this ceramic rod on a couple of old santoku knives (Tranmontina "stain-free high carbon German steel") and it did a nice job of restoring them to usable shape. You can see the sharpness of a knife by having a light source behind you and seeing how much light is reflected by the blade edge. If the blade is sharp enough, it won't reflect any light visible to you. About 5-10 gentle swipes on each side of the blade should do it. For non-professional cooks, it's probably good enough to use once per week to keep knives reasonably sharp and honed. I may not bother with a separate 4000-6000 JIS grit sharpener to use as a finishing step. ### โญโญโญ ุงู†ุชุจู‡ ู„ูŠุณ ู…ุณู† *by M***N on 25 June 2025* ุถุฑูˆุฑูŠ ู„ุชู‡ุฏูŠุจ ุงู„ุณูƒูŠู† ุจุนุฏ ุงู„ุจุฑุฏ ## Frequently Bought Together - Shenzhen Knives White Ceramic Knife Sharpener Honing Rod: Best Professional Knife Sharpening Tool.12 Inch Honing Stick, Ceramic Honing Rod for Chef's Knife and Kitchen Knife - Kota Japan 12 in. 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