@goodtastereport: I own many styles of sharpeners. This is great for quick and easy sharpening of all sorts of knives… and fairly inexpensive, comparatively. Typically 15° for Japanese, 20° for Western. Secure the knife to the hardwood magnetic block, at the right angle. Coarser side is 400 grit, hone the edge with the 1000 grit side. Novara 15° & 20° Diamond Rolling Knife Sharpener Ballpark $60ish. #knife #knifesharpener #steel #kitchen #tools