{"product_id":"akka-series-9-inch-honing-steel-by-cangshan","title":"AKKA Series 9-Inch Honing Steel by Cangshan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to keep your knives performing at their best, this 9-inch medium honing steel combines edge maintenance with the clean, modern design of the AKKA Series. The half-grooved, half-smooth rod realigns the blade’s edge during routine honing, then polishes and refines it with a few finishing passes. The ergonomic handle provides a comfortable, confident grip and is secured with three stain-resistant steel rivets. A practical addition to any knife collection, it also makes a thoughtful wedding, graduation, or housewarming gift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a half-grooved and half-smooth finish \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe grooved, coarse side of the steel is used for regular maintenance, to realign the microscopic teeth on the blade’s edge \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe smooth, fine side of the steel is used to finish the edge with a few swipes of the blade after honing on the grooved side \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor average use, the grooved side can be used weekly, and the smooth side can be used daily. Regularly honed knives will retain their edges longer before needing to be sharpened \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG-10 fiberglass octagonal handles provide exceptional durability, moisture resistance, and excellent grip \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/7724\/8057\/files\/Screenshot_25-9-2026_11527_cangshancutlery.com.jpg?v=1790355994\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cangshan Cutlery Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54543052865849,"sku":"10301854","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/7724\/8057\/files\/sh3u29ad.png?v=1790356273","url":"https:\/\/shop.aspenkitchens.com\/products\/akka-series-9-inch-honing-steel-by-cangshan","provider":"Aspen Kitchens Home+Gift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}