Nakiyo 12" Ceramic Sharpening Rod Classic SD Plain The octagonal handle is suitable

The octagonal handle is suitable for both right- and left-handed users

which gives the knife an extremely modern look

relative to the pivot

but the petite handles and narrower blades provide for agility and comfort

Their FRN (fiberglass reinforced nylon) handles come in new vibrant tones including blue

Nakiyo 12" Ceramic Sharpening Rod Classic SD Plain The octagonal handle is suitableSharpening rods are an effective middle ground between the ease of use of a pull through sharpener and the precision of a whetstone. Made from solid ceramic with a durable ABS handle, the Nakiyo 12" Ceramic Sharpening Rod is a gentle sharpener that finishes knives to a fine polish and allows you to control the sharpening angle but doesn't require patience and prep time. It is not a honing steel, which straightens rolled edges but doesn't sharpen them.