{"product_id":"professional-sharpening-steel-36cm-knife-honing-steel","title":"35 Cm Heavy Duty Professional Commercial Sharpening Steel Blade\/Rod","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeavy Duty Professional Commercial Sharpening Steel – 350 mm Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep knife edges keen between full sharpenings with this heavy duty professional sharpening steel. The strong hardened steel blade helps hone and realign the knife edge, while the comfortable handle and hanging ring make it practical for daily catering use in professional kitchens, butcher shops, restaurants and food-service operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty professional knife honing steel for commercial kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e350 mm blade length for regular knife-edge maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e490 mm overall length including the handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong hardened steel blade surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 mm blade width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 mm handle width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps realign and hone knife edges between full sharpenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable handle with hanging ring for controlled use and tidy storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for chefs, butchers, catering teams and busy professional kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Catering and Butcher-Shop Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegular use of a sharpening steel helps keep knives performing consistently during food preparation and service. This commercial honing steel is suited to butcher shops, restaurants, takeaways, catering kitchens and professional food-service environments where sharp, well-maintained knives support efficient work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy duty sharpening and honing steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 490 mm including handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardened steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with hanging ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 358 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honing and realigning knife edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e LC-0584\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Professional Sharpening Steel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA durable commercial sharpening steel helps maintain a keen knife edge between full sharpening sessions. Regular honing can help knives cut more efficiently and support smoother preparation in busy catering and butcher-shop environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is this sharpening steel used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is used to hone and realign a knife edge regularly, helping keep knives performing well between full sharpening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the overall length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sharpening steel measures 490 mm overall, including the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the blade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hardened steel blade is 350 mm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the blade and handle widths?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade width is 10 mm and the handle width is 40 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much does it weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sharpening steel weighs 358 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the honing surface made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade surface is made from hardened steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for professional catering use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is suitable for professional kitchens, restaurants, butcher shops, takeaways, catering teams and other commercial food-service operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I use a sharpening steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsing a steel little and often, such as during regular kitchen preparation, helps maintain the knife edge between full sharpening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have a storage ring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The handle has a hanging ring for convenient, tidy storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a replacement for sharpening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHoning helps realign the existing edge, but a knife still needs full sharpening when the edge has become genuinely dull or damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I clean it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe the steel and handle clean after use. Do not soak it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake care when handling sharp knives and keep fingers clear of the edge. Use a stable grip and controlled movements, and store the sharpening steel securely when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from LaunchCatering Ltd?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaunchCatering Ltd supplies practical heavy duty commercial kitchen accessories for professional kitchens, butcher shops, restaurants and catering businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LaunchCatering Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58749502259532,"sku":"LC-0584","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/4857\/7612\/files\/36CmHeavyDutyProfessionalCommercialSharpeningSteelRod_Blade.png?v=1790207458","url":"https:\/\/launchcatering.com\/products\/professional-sharpening-steel-36cm-knife-honing-steel","provider":"LAUNCHCATERING LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}