
Work Sharp
#5 of 8 knife sharpeners tested
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Cannot sharpen Japanese knives (15°) — using it on them permanently damages their edge geometry.
You own only Western-style knives (Wüsthof, Henckels, Chicago Cutlery)
Work Sharp
Work Sharp Culinary E2 Electric Kitchen Knife Sharpener
Work Sharp
Work Sharp Culinary E2 Electric Kitchen Knife Sharpener
$59.95
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You want the most compact, simplest electric sharpener
Quick touch-ups are more important than edge quality
You own any Japanese or Asian knives
You want diamond abrasive for long-term blade preservation
Specs the product listing doesn't explain
What your food and family come into contact with every use
What determines how well this performs its core job
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