A sharpening steel, such as the model from the ZWILLING® 1731 range, is a must in a well-stocked kitchen. A knife can lose its sharpness with use. This not only makes the cutting process more difficult, but can also be dangerous, as you have to use more force to cut meat, fish or vegetables. This is why using a blunt knife is not recommended. However, you do not have to throw the knife away when you use this sharpening steel. You can use it to give dull blades a new sharpness in just a few seconds. With a length of 23 cm, the sharpening steel is even suitable for large knives, such as a chef's knife or a carving knife. It is very easy to use: run the sharpening steel over the cutting edge of the knife a few times and you can immediately enjoy sharper results. To make sharpening quick and easy, this model has a tungsten carbide blade. This material is a little rougher and can be compared to fine sandpaper. It grinds the blade and thus restores the cutting properties of the knife. The sharpening steel itself is also particularly durable. If you always want to benefit from sharp knives when cooking, this sharpener from ZWILLING is a good choice for you. This sharpening steel is made in Germany.