The world's most advanced sharpening steel! This oval shaped steel, coated with the highly acclaimed Chef's Choice ultra-fine 100-Percent diamond abrasives, simultaneously lightly hones as it realigns the knife-edge for added sharpness. Its oval shape allows for a greater contact area between the knife and the diamond sharpening area. Light and perfectly balanced, it features an easy-grip textured handle for a secure and comfortable non-slip grip. It may be used right or left-handed. 10"/ 26cm oval shaped steel shaft, coated with 100-Percent diamond abrasives Simultaneously hones and realigns knife edge for added sharpness Light, perfectly balanced Easy grip textured handle for a secure, comfortable non slip grip can also be used right or left handed Dishwasher safe Dimension: 39cm Length (include handle)