Also known as a honing rod, the Cuisine::pro® iD3® sharpening steel is an essential tool for maintaining your knife’s edge between sharpening sessions. This professional sharpening steel is rod made of high carbon stainless steel for durability and strength. Easy to use and designed for home kitchens, it helps realign the blade for smoother, safer cuts every time. The blade is made from Japanese stainless steel 420J2, measured at 53 on the Rockwell hardness scale. Handle construction: One-piece seamless stainless steel (asymmetric hollow, MicroDot®). Hand wash with mild soap and warm water, then rinse and dry immediately. Do not place in the dishwasher. Backed by the Cuisine::pro lifetime warranty. Recommended uses: Maintaining Knife Edge.