Smith's CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener - Yellow - 2-Step Preset Coarse & Fine Slots - Outdoor Handheld Knife Sharpener - Fishing, Hunting, Fillet, Pocket Knives - Compact Plastic Portable Keychain Tool

This 2-step knife sharpener is easy to use and delivers excellent results. The preset angle guides make it simple to get a consistent edge every time, even if you’re not experienced with sharpening. The coarse stage quickly restores dull blades, and the fine stage polishes them to a smooth, sharp finish. The yellow design is bright and easy to spot in the kitchen. It’s compact, sturdy, and works well for most standard knives. A reliable tool for keeping your knives razor-sharp with minimal effort.

I own several of these, so that already tells you what I really think about them. They are inexpensive, portable and easy to use. They handle curved blades easily, even a reverse curve blade which is challenging to sharpen with a stone. This is not meant to be a replacement for a sophisticated sharpening system, but it's quick, requires no setup or waiting for stones to absorb water and does the job well enough. I use it for kitchen knives, as a quick touch up of the edge, using the ceramic side, and also for outdoors knives. Again, I use the ceramic side mostly, as I don't wait for the edge to get too blunt before sharpening. The carbide side works well on very dulled edges, but all carbide sharpeners remove a good amount of steel from the knife edge, so I try to use sparingly. Cons: A few minor limitations that I am willing to live with include: - Because of the compact size (which is a plus, in my mind) the handle is small and you can only use 2 fingers to hold it in place. - Edge angle is fixed and cannot be changed or effectively controlled. - The ceramic rods are hard to reach for cleaning purposes, so they do accumulate steel residue from the knife edge. I am not sure how much of a problem this is in reducing the effectiveness of the sharpener over time. I will try some other methods of cleaning them and I'll update this review. Overall, it does what it's designed to do with no fuss and meets my everyday needs quite well especially in a portable situation. For me, it's also one tool among several that I use, depending on what I want to achieve. I have other, more sophisticated (and much larger, heavier and/or more delicate/breakable) sharpeners, if I want to spend more time and give that "special" blade more attention or if I just want to control edge angle.

This knife sharpener is pretty easy to use and it works. When I say it works, dont expect it to get your knifes razor sharp like a stone can but expect it to be sharp enough to cut what you need, in a fraction of the time. Nice thing is you can cut and you can sharpen it again right after your done since its so small and convenient. I used this on my kitchen knives and my pocket knives, both with no problem. If you just need to make a already edged but dull blade sharp then use the ceramic only. If you do need to create a edge or remove nicks and spurs in your blade then use the carbide side first about 20 to 40 strokes then flip and use ceramic side 10 to 20 stokes. The worse the condition of your blade the more stokes it'll take (get your mind out of the gutter lol).

After using the Smith's CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener on a set of dull kitchen knives, I’ve found it to be a valuable tool with its own set of strengths and limitations. Pros: Efficiency in Sharpening: The sharpener effectively revitalizes dull blades. The coarse slot brings dull edges back to life, while the fine slot hones and polishes, resulting in remarkably sharp knives. Ease of Use: Its straightforward design makes it user-friendly. Even those new to knife sharpening will find the process simple and hassle-free. Compact and Practical Design: The size is ideal for kitchen storage, fitting easily into a drawer. The non-slip base adds stability and safety during use. Great Value: For its price, the performance of this sharpener is impressive. It offers an excellent balance of quality and affordability, making it accessible for most budgets. Cons: Limited Versatility: While it works wonderfully for standard kitchen knives, it may not be suitable for more specialized or premium knives. Not Instantaneous: There’s a slight learning curve, and it takes a bit of time to achieve the desired sharpness, especially for very dull knives. Build Quality: While adequate for the price, the build doesn’t feel particularly premium. Long-term durability might be a concern for heavy users. Manual Operation: Some might find the manual sharpening process less convenient compared to electric sharpeners, especially for sharpening multiple knives. In conclusion, the Smith's CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener is a fantastic option for those seeking an easy, effective, and budget-friendly solution for maintaining their kitchen knives. It strikes a solid balance between functionality and cost, making it a worthwhile investment for casual cooks and culinary enthusiasts looking for a quick and simple way to keep their blades in top condition.

Works as should,,nice little sharpener great quality, price, fast shipping, the no -slip pads are nice makes a sharp knife sharper! ,just post office screwed up by 3 days again,, after useing it I can cut paper for sharpness test . awesome.

Works ok, but does not make the knife very sharp. But it is a good cheap alternative if you do not have anything else.

It’s a great design, brilliantly product. Transformed my knives, I have used alternatives before but this is the best of the bunch and worth the money. Top marks 👍

Es un producto pequeño, y los cuchillos los afila muy bien

I like the fact that it is lightweight and it floats. A simple design makes knife sharpening easy with 2 hoaning tools and it is small enough to throw in a camping kit.

Really good one. It really sharpens the knife after 5-10 strocks. Though the price is pretty high but is worth it. I had a cheaper one earlier but is was of no use. Pretty crap. This one is handy and portable. But since this is imported delivery takes some time.

The one they shipped me doesn't have the sharpening angle selector. It's still a good and simple knife sharpener. It works great, and puts a 20° edge according to the manufacturer.