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HORL 3 Oak Knife Sharpener
$179.00
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Part number: HO3E-SET
- Solid oak body
- Two sharpening angles
- Standard diamond grinding disc
- Block diamond surface
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HORL 3 Oak Knife Sharpener
Rolling knife sharpener in solid oak with 15° and 20° angles and HORL Quick Lock interchangeable discs
The HORL 3 Knife Sharpener in Oak combines HORL’s rolling sharpening system with a solid oak body, two fixed sharpening angles, and interchangeable grinding discs. Made in Germany’s Black Forest, it is designed for cooks who want repeatable edge geometry without giving up the flexibility to refine their sharpening setup over time.
Why buy here
Why Order from Design & Grace
Ships from Texas
Carefully packed and shipped from our Texas facility.
Practical support
Our team can help you choose the right angle, discs and accessories for your knives.
HORL 3 Oak Knife Sharpener
Two Angles, Held Securely
The magnetic angle support gives you a 15° side for fine, hard blades such as quality carbon and Damascus steels and a 20° side for a more durable edge on European chef’s knives, outdoor knives, and pocket knives. HORL’s Grip Pad and strong internal magnets help keep the blade securely positioned while you work.
HORL 3 Oak Knife Sharpener
Diamond Grinding and Ceramic Honing
The standard diamond grinding disc establishes the edge and works across knife hardness grades. Its block diamond surface removes up to 80% more steel than the HORL 2 version while producing a more uniform grinding pattern. The ceramic honing disc follows by removing the burr and refining the edge, with integrated grooves that help clear grinding dust from the blade.
HORL 3 Oak Knife Sharpener
HORL Quick Lock
HORL Quick Lock is the key difference between the HORL 3 and the simpler Cruise model. The discs twist off for easy exchange, allowing the sharpener to work with HORL 3 refining and polishing accessories when you want to take the edge further. The solid oak body gives the tool the material character expected from a piece designed to stay in the kitchen rather than disappear into a drawer.
What stands out
Signature Features
Solid oak body
Natural wood grain, made in the Black Forest, Germany.
Two sharpening angles
15° for fine, hard steels and 20° for robust everyday edges.
Standard diamond grinding disc
Sharpens knives across hardness grades.
Block diamond surface
Removes up to 80% more steel than the HORL 2 version.
Ceramic honing disc
Removes the burr and refines the edge, with grooves that help clear grinding dust.
HORL Grip Pad
Up to 70% more grip than the HORL 2 generation, with strong magnets that hold smaller blades.
HORL Quick Lock
Exchange compatible HORL 3 discs without tools.
Product details
Specifications
- Brand
- HORL
- Product
- HORL 3 Knife Sharpener
- Finish
- Oak
- Body Material
- Solid oak
- Sharpening Angles
- 15° and 20°
- Grinding Disc
- HORL Standard Diamond
- Finishing Disc
- HORL Ceramic
- Disc Attachment
- HORL Quick Lock
- Blade Support
- Magnetic HORL Grip Pad
- Grinding Disc Performance
- Up to 80% greater steel removal than HORL 2 Standard Diamond
- Grip Performance
- Up to 70% more grip than HORL 2
- Exchangeable Discs
- Yes
- Country of Origin
- Germany
In the box
What's included
- 1 HORL 3 rolling knife sharpener in solid oak.
- 1 HORL Standard Diamond grinding disc, installed.
- 1 HORL Ceramic honing disc, installed.
- 1 HORL 3 magnetic angle support with 15° and 20° sharpening surfaces.
Compare models
Compare HORL sharpeners
Compare the core sharpening specifications across the four HORL sharpener models.
| Model | Sharpening angles | Grinding disc | Honing disc | Disc system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HORL 3 Cruise Knife Sharpener | 15° and 20° | HORL Standard Diamond | Stainless steel | Not listed |
| HORL 3 Oak Knife SharpenerCurrent model | 15° and 20° | HORL Standard Diamond | Not listed | Not listed |
| HORL 3 Walnut Knife Sharpener | 15° and 20° | HORL 3 Diamond - Standard | HORL 3 Ceramic - Smooth | Not listed |
| HORL 3 Pro Knife Sharpener | 10°, 13°, 15°, 20°, 22°, 25° | HORL Standard Diamond | Not listed | Not listed |
From Our Founder
“This is one of the easiest ways to get consistent, high-quality results without overthinking the process. Once you use it, it just makes sense.”
Tony Boulton, Founder, Design & Grace
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Shipping, care and support
Shipping & Returns
Compatibility
Compatible with: HORL 3 Quick Lock grinding, honing, refining, and polishing discs designed for HORL 3 and HORL 3 Pro
Not compatible with: HORL 2 screw-lock grinding and honing discs
Use & Care
Choose the 15° or 20° side of the magnetic angle support according to the knife and desired edge geometry.
Place the knife spine-down on a stable work surface and allow the magnets to hold the blade against the selected angle.
Use the diamond disc first, rolling the sharpener evenly along the full cutting edge.
Work both sides of the blade until a consistent bevel and burr have formed.
Turn the sharpener around and use the ceramic disc to remove the burr and refine the edge.
Use light, controlled pressure rather than forcing the sharpener against the blade.
Remove the knife from the angle support by holding the support and levering the blade away from the side.
Keep the solid oak body dry and wipe it with a soft cloth as needed.
Clean sharpening discs according to HORL's recommended dry-cleaning method.
Do not place the sharpener or magnetic angle support in the dishwasher.
Use only HORL 3 Quick Lock-compatible replacement and accessory discs.
Place the knife spine-down on a stable work surface and allow the magnets to hold the blade against the selected angle.
Use the diamond disc first, rolling the sharpener evenly along the full cutting edge.
Work both sides of the blade until a consistent bevel and burr have formed.
Turn the sharpener around and use the ceramic disc to remove the burr and refine the edge.
Use light, controlled pressure rather than forcing the sharpener against the blade.
Remove the knife from the angle support by holding the support and levering the blade away from the side.
Keep the solid oak body dry and wipe it with a soft cloth as needed.
Clean sharpening discs according to HORL's recommended dry-cleaning method.
Do not place the sharpener or magnetic angle support in the dishwasher.
Use only HORL 3 Quick Lock-compatible replacement and accessory discs.
Warranty Information
HORL products are covered by the manufacturer's applicable statutory liability for defects, with any additional guarantees governed by the terms supplied with the product.
See HORL's official U.S. terms and warranty information: https://www.horl.com/en-US/terms-conditions
See HORL's official U.S. terms and warranty information: https://www.horl.com/en-US/terms-conditions
Add to your order
Complete your HORL sharpening setup
Featured
HORL 3 Dock - Graphite
Aluminum countertop dock that keeps your HORL sharpener and magnetic angle support together
$79.00
HORL 3 Diamond Grinding Disc - Coarse
Faster-cutting diamond disc for very blunt knives, edge repair and angle changes
$69.00
HORL 3 Magnifier
3.5x magnifier for inspecting the grinding pattern and burr on a sharpened edge
$49.00
Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the HORL 3 and HORL 3 Cruise?
The HORL 3 has a solid wood body, ceramic honing disc, and HORL Quick Lock for interchangeable discs. The HORL 3 Cruise uses recycled ocean-bound plastic and permanently fitted diamond and stainless steel discs.
Which sharpening angle should I use?
Use 15° for fine blades made from hard steels such as quality carbon or Damascus steel. Use 20° when you want a more robust edge on European chef’s knives, outdoor knives, and pocket knives.
Can the HORL 3 sharpen hard knife steels?
Yes. HORL states that the standard diamond grinding disc can sharpen knives across hardness grades.
Can I change the sharpening discs?
Yes. HORL Quick Lock allows compatible HORL 3 discs to be twisted off and exchanged without the HORL 2 screw-lock system.
Where is the HORL 3 Oak made?
The HORL 3 is made in the Black Forest, Germany, where its solid wood body is dried, precisely machined, and inspected during production.
