FAQ

Knife sharpener
Q: Why choose Block Sharpener as your go-to American knife sharpener?

A: Our American knife sharpener is proudly made in the USA, delivering unmatched durability, precision, and ease for home cooks and professionals alike.

Safety feathers on new model Block sharpener.

The new Block knife sharpener model features a nonslip grip on both the top and bottom of the handle, giving you excellent control and a secure hold while handling.

Q: What makes this the best professional knife sharpener?

A: Crafted with a patented design, the Block stands out as the best professional knife sharpener, trusted by chefs for consistent razor-sharp edges on every blade.

Q: Why is this the best pocketknife sharpener for everyday carry?

A: Compact and rugged, the Block is the best pocketknife sharpener, ensuring sharp edges on the go for camping, fishing, and outdoor adventures.

Pocketknife sharpener

New patent approved Pocketknife sharpener.

Q: How does the handheld kitchen knife sharpener work?

A: Paul Blocks handheld kitchen knife sharpener uses patented flex technology that adjust and grips blades tight, sharpening and honing them quickly without removing steel or damaging nor wearing them down.

Best kitchen knife sharpener

Best kitchen knife sharpener for all your home sharpening needs?

Q: Why is it perfect as a knife sharpener for hunting knives?

A: Built for precision, our knife sharpener for hunting knives ensures razor edges in the field, giving hunters reliable blade performance every time.

Knife sharpener for Hunting knives.

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Q; What is the difference from original Block sharpeners and new models?
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FAQ about the block sharpener

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est 2014 Maintain precision and efficiency with the most exceptional knife sharpener, a tool that redefines utility and innovation since the dawn of civilization.

The new models have a nonslip over-shoot on the top and bottom of the sharpener handle, with a thumb grip and guard. The new models also use a high Rockwell D-2 tool steel for honing rods. Original Block sharpeners honing rods were made with 1060 steel and have no safety features. 

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Block sharpeners original sharpener design. est 1969 has no nonslip grip and use a 1060 heat treaded steel.

Do edge maker sharpeners work the same?
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They do not work the same.

No they do not work the same the edge maker sharpeners rods are fix angles, They do not adjust to your edge. There for they can change original cutting edges. Keeping original edges is much better for your blades, they will stay sharper longer and will not devaual well made knives.

Q: Can it sharpen serrated knives like bread knives?

A: Absolutely, Block sharpener used as a serrated-edge knife sharpener reconditions serrated blades with ease, bringing back their bite without removing necessary material or living burrs. Block sharpeners will sharpen any serrated edge.

Q: Can the Block work as a regular kitchen knife sharpener?

A: Yes, our kitchen knife sharpener restores dull blades effortlessly, making food preparation smoother, quicker, and safer for every home kitchen.

Q: Does Block also work as a sharpener for scissors?

A: Yes, the Block functions as a reliable sharpener for scissors, restoring precision edges fast, so your cutting tools always perform at their best.

Q: Can the Block sharpen large blades like swords?

Our sharpener can handle very long blades and was even used for the final finish on the world’s largest Bowie knife at the Knife Shoppe store in Tennessee. 11 feet long. Block sharpeners are perfect for sharpening machetes, and the sword sharpener easily manages longer blades, restoring balance and edge sharpness while preserving the integrity of your valuable blades.

world largest Bowie knife

Paul Block put the finishing touch on the world’s largest Bowie knife.

Q: Is Block good for sharpening machetes?
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Block Sharpener makes a great tool for keeping your machete sharp and ready.

A: Yes, the machete sharpener by Block restores powerful edges on heavy blades quickly, making it an essential tool for outdoor and survival tasks.                                      The Block Sharpener is a quick and easy-to-use patented tool designed to realign and hone blades with precision. Engineered for efficiency, it is capable of sharpening machete edges to the desired level of sharpness, ensuring optimal cutting performance. Its innovative design allows for consistent results, making it an essential tool for maintaining sharp, reliable blades.

Q: What makes Block the best portable knife sharpener?

A: Lightweight and compact, the Block is the best portable knife sharpener, convenient for work, travel, and outdoor use without sacrificing performance.  can sharpen even the hardest steels and work on any cutting surface. Or edge.

Q: Can I use Block on outdoor tools?
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Block sharpeners are excellent for keeping garden tools sharp.

A: Yes, our garden tool sharpener restores edges on shears, pruners, and axes, making yard work faster and blades more effective season after season. 

Q: Is the original Block knife sharpener design available?

A: Yes, we offer the original Block knife sharpener with the same patented flex performance. The Original Block sharpeners use 160 heat-treated steel and have a non-slip grip. It’s best to fasten them down to a workbench.

Q: do the Block knife sharpeners colors make a differnce?
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Dose Block sharpeners colors make a difference?

A: no colors your choice, we offer Block knife sharpeners in many different colors with the same patented performance. 

What are other uses for Block's sharpeners

Yes, according to the manufacturer, 

Block’s Sharpeners

 are highly versatile and suitable for sharpening a variety of tools beyond just kitchen and outdoor knives, including scissors and various garden tools. 

 
Uses for Block’s Sharpeners
The unique “flex design” allows the sharpening rods to adjust to a wide array of cutting edges, making it a multi-purpose tool. 
Specific tools the manufacturer states can be sharpened: 
  • Scissors: Designed to restore the sharpness of household, kitchen, or general utility scissors.
  • Gardening Clippers/Shears: Suitable for various hand-held garden tools like clippers, pruners, and sheers.
  • Hatchets and Machetes: The robust design can handle the larger, thicker blades of these tools.
  • Cleavers and Swords: It can be used for large kitchen cleavers as well as specialized blades like swords and daggers.
  • Specialty Blades: The manufacturer mentions effectiveness on items like farm sickles, seaweed cutters, ULU knives, and hawkbill knives.
  • Serrated Edges: It can also be used to sharpen many types of serrated blades. 
Q; Can a Block sharpener sharpen serrated edges?

– Block Sharpener sharpens any serrated edge with a 100% guarantee, without wearing down or damaging the teeth, making blades sharper than new.  

– Classic serrated edge: Features sharp, jagged tips for tearing through food; density varies for different bite levels; ideal for hard crusts.  

– Scalloped edge: Inverted serration for smoother cutting; best for softer foods like cakes, sandwiches, or carving; offers a gentle saw-like action.  

– Double serrated edge: Combines sharp tips with scallops for balanced tearing and cutting; raised tips protect scallops from wear, extending edge lifespan.  

– Blocl sharpener Delivers superior performance for most kitchen tasks; sharpened to exceed original sharpness; safe for all serrated blades.  The Block Sharpener can sharpen any serrated edge with a 100% guarantee. It won’t wear down or damage the teeth, and it will make any serrated blade sharper than when it was new.

There are different types of serrated edges you can sharpen with a Block sharpener:

Block sharpeners Sharpens Classic serrated edge

The classic serrated edge is the most common type of serration, featuring sharp, jagged tips designed to tear through food. The density of the serration can vary, with less dense serrations (fewer tips with more space in between) offering more bite, as the cutting pressure is concentrated on fewer points. This type of serration is ideal for cutting through anything with a hard crust.

Classic serrated edge teeth with sharp tips

Scalloped edge sharpens great with a Block sharpener. 

In a scalloped edge, the serration is inverted compared to the classic serrated edge. This design makes it less aggressive, making it the ideal choice for cutting softer foods like cakes, sandwiches, or even for carving. Instead of tearing through food, the scalloped edge provides a smooth cutting action with a subtle saw-like effect.

serrated knife edge with wide scallops inverted teeth
Serrated knife edge with narrow scallops inverted teeth

Double serrated edge sharpens great with a Block sharpener

This edge features two different serration profiles: raised, sharp tips with scallops in between. This design offers two key benefits: The sharp tips provide enough aggression to tear through tougher skins or crusts, while the scalloped sections offer a smoother, less aggressive cutting action, resulting in a balance between tearing and cutting. The raised tips will protect the scallops from direct contact with the cutting board, significantly reducing wear and extending the lifespan of the edge.

Serrated edge with double serration raised teeth

Straight Edge also will get much sharper than brand new, with the Block sharpener,

In most kitchen tasks, a straight edge delivers superior results, which is why the vast majority of knives sold feature this design. Block sharpeners have tested on every serrated edge blade ever made, it will not damage any edges, will take all serrated edges much sharper than brand new

Dose the Block sharpener leave lips or burrs?

Block sharpeners stand out from other handheld sharpeners thanks to their patented flex design. They hone your edges without leaving lips, burrs, nicks, or rolled edges, and can even handle any serrated edge, sharpens all without wearing your cutting edges down. 

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