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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener from the side, on a white background
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Close-up of the fine and coarse slots of the WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener behind a board with fish, a knife and kitchen shears
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener on a white background
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener from the side, on a white background
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener seen from the handle end, on a grey surface
Close-up of the fine and coarse slots of the WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener behind a board with fish, a knife and kitchen shears

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Wüsthof CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener

$85.00

Part number: 3060388001

  • Coarse diamond stage
  • Fine ceramic stage
  • V-shaped guides
  • 14.5-degree angle
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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener

Two-stage pull-through sharpener for coarse restoration and fine edge maintenance

The WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener restores dull standard-edge kitchen knives without requiring the technique of a whetstone or sharpening steel. Its V-shaped guides set the sharpening angle, with diamond rods for coarse work and ceramic rods for refining the edge.

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Wüsthof CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener

Two Stages for Different Edge Conditions

Use the coarse diamond stage when a standard straight-edge knife has become blunt and needs its cutting edge restored. The harder abrasive removes more steel and should not be used for routine touch-ups.

Use the fine ceramic stage after coarse sharpening or when a moderately sharp knife needs refinement. A few controlled passes through the guide help restore clean cutting performance.

WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener seen from the handle end, on a grey surface

Wüsthof CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener

For Standard-Edge WÜSTHOF Knives

This sharpener is intended for WÜSTHOF standard blades. Asian-style knives such as Santokus and Nakiris use a narrower edge angle and require a sharpener designed for that geometry.

Serrated blades should not be drawn through the sharpener. Individual serrations require specialized hand sharpening, typically by a professional service.

Close-up of the fine and coarse slots of the WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Hand-Held Sharpener

What stands out

Signature Features

Coarse diamond stage

Restores blunt standard knife blades that need more substantial sharpening.

Fine ceramic stage

Refines a coarsely sharpened edge and maintains moderately sharp knives.

V-shaped guides

Hold the knife at the sharpener's preset angle for consistent pull-through sharpening.

14.5-degree angle

Designed for WÜSTHOF standard-edge knives, including straight-edge steak knives and GOURMET models.

4.3-inch handle

Provides a secure hold while the sharpener rests on a stable work surface.

Rotatable sharpening rods

The ceramic and coarse rods can be rotated to extend the useful life of the sharpener.

Product details

Specifications

Product Type
Hand-held knife sharpener
Series
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON
Sharpening Stages
2
Coarse Stage
Diamond rods
Fine Stage
Ceramic rods
Sharpening Angle
14.5° per side
Handle Length
4.3 in
Compatibility
WÜSTHOF standard straight-edge knives
Country of Origin
China
WÜSTHOF SKU
3060388001

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Use & Care
Place the sharpener on a flat, stable work surface.
Use for blunt standard straight-edge blades.
Use after coarse sharpening or for moderately sharp blades.
Draw the knife smoothly through the selected guide without applying excessive pressure.
Use a small, soft brush to remove dry steel dust from between the sharpening rods.
Keep the sharpener dry and do not rinse the sharpening mechanism.
Use with WÜSTHOF standard-edge knives.
Do not use for serrated blades or Asian-style Santoku and Nakiri edges.
Warranty Information

WÜSTHOF's limited lifetime warranty excludes sharpening tools and honing steels because of their abrasive nature. Contact Design & Grace if you have questions about your product or need help contacting WÜSTHOF.

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Questions answered

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the two sharpening stages?

The coarse diamond stage is designed to restore a blunt cutting edge by removing metal. The fine ceramic stage refines the edge after coarse sharpening or provides a lighter sharpening treatment when the blade is only moderately dull. Use the coarse stage only when necessary.

Which knives can I sharpen with the CLASSIC IKON 2-Stage Sharpener?

It is designed for standard straight-edge WÜSTHOF kitchen knives with an approximately 14.5-degree sharpening angle per side. It is not intended for serrated knives or specialized blades that require a different sharpening geometry.

Do I need sharpening experience to use this tool?

No advanced sharpening technique is required. The V-shaped guides establish the sharpening angle, so you can draw the blade through the appropriate stage with controlled, light pressure. Follow WÜSTHOF's instructions rather than forcing the edge through the guide.

How does this sharpener differ from the Universal 4-Stage model?

The CLASSIC IKON sharpener has two stages for standard straight-edge knives: coarse diamond and fine ceramic. The Universal 4-Stage model adds selectable settings for standard and Asian-style double-bevel blades, making it more flexible when maintaining knives with different edge angles.