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Spyderco knives are famous for their sharpness and sleek design, made with high-quality steel that holds an edge for a long time. Still, after cutting through boxes, ropes, or food, any knife will eventually dull. Many owners hesitate to sharpen their Spyderco, worried about scratching or damaging the blade edge. With the right tool, though, sharpening is simple and safe for the knife.
Spyderco makes a variety of knives, some with smooth edges and others with serrated edges that resemble tiny saws. Certain models have special blade coatings to prevent rust or add a stylish look. Using a large grinding wheel or a cheap pull-through sharpener can take off too much metal and leave unsightly scratches on the blade’s sides. To keep a Spyderco looking fresh, it’s best to use a sharpener that only contacts the very edge of the blade.
The secret to sharpening is using a material that is harder than the knife itself. A Block sharpener uses heat-treated D2 steel. This steel is very tough. In fact, these honing rods are much harder than any factory-made knife. When the knife slides against the D2 steel, the sharpener realigns the edge. This process makes the knife sharp again without grinding away the whole blade. It creates a smooth finish without leaving nicks or burrs.
Sharpen your serrated edges without eating them away.
Sharpening a smooth blade is simple when following these steps:
Many Spyderco knives have serrations. These are the “teeth” on the blade. Most sharpeners cannot touch these teeth properly. However, the design of a Block sharpener allows it to reach into those small grooves.
To sharpen a serrated Spyderco:
The “finish” is the paint or coating on the metal. To keep this finish perfect, only the very tip of the edge should touch the sharpener. Because the rods on a Block sharpener are positioned at a specific angle, the sides of the knife stay safe. No metal shavings nor lips and burrs left on the Spyderco blade.
Not all sharpening rods are the same. Some are made of ceramic or soft steel. If the sharpener is softer than the knife, the knife will actually damage the sharpener. Because Spyderco uses
Selected for their performance across work, duty, and everyday carry, these steels reflect Spyderco’s dedication to quality and functionality.
Block sharpeners D2 Honing steel are hard enough to sharpen the edge of a Spyderco over and over again for many years.
After sharpening, it is important to take care of the knife.
No. If used correctly, the sharpening rods only touch the narrow edge of the blade. This keeps the rest of the knife finish looking brand new.
Yes. Any Spyder co knife, whether it is a small folding pocketknife or a large kitchen knife, can be sharpened using this method.
A burr is a small, rough bit of metal that sticks out like a wire after sharpening. A Block sharpener smooths the edge, helping to prevent nicks and burrs from forming.
For a knife that is just a little dull, 5 to 10 pulls are usually enough. If the knife is very dull, it might take a few more.
No. See website on the sharpener handle for how to videos. It is designed to be very simple. Even someone who has never sharpened a knife before can get a professional edge in just a minute.
