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Sharpness matters a lot when it comes to sporting knives, hobby knives and other cutting tools. Regular usage will slowly dull blades, making your tools less consistent. The good news is that the right tool sharpener can solve this problem and restore your knife to its previous functionality. Whatever type of tool sharpening solution is right for your knife or tool, Ace can help you find it with a large collection of sharpening stones, automatic sharpeners and other sharpening tool options.

Sharpening Stones to Hone Blades

Sometimes called a whetstone or wet stone sharpener, a sharpening stone is a natural or synthetic stone with a textured surface. When you rub a blade across it, the friction produced can shape and sharpen the metal. Compared to other sharpening tools, sharpening stones tend to remove the smallest amount of metal from the knife blade with each pass. As a result, they allow you to sharpen with more precision and may help to extend the life of cutting tools.

Files, Pocket Sharpeners and Knife Sharpening Kits

Sharpening stones are just one type of sharpening tool. Other options to consider include:

• Files: Sharpening files are long, flat-handled tools that you run along the surface of a blade. They often come in knife sharpening kits that provide multiple files in varying grits.
• Pocket sharpeners: These ultra-compact sharpeners are easy to take with you on the go. Most feature a slip-in design that keeps your hand a safe distance from the sharpening plates.
• Multifunction sharpener: A multifunction sharpener is a multitasking sharpening tool that usually has more than one sharpening surface, allowing you to hone knife blades, scissors and more.

What Grit is Best for Knife Sharpening?

No matter what type of sharpening tools you're considering, pay attention to grit. The smaller the number, the coarser the sharpening surface. Generally, you should begin sharpening with a coarse grit and then finish off with a finer grit to smooth the edges.

Save Time with an Automatic Sharpening Tool

An automatic knife sharpener simplifies sharpening tools. These small appliances are driven by motors and require either batteries or access to an electrical outlet. Once set up, an automatic sharpening tool begins sharpening when you insert a blade and continues until you remove it. Some automatic sharpeners have a dual-stage design, with a coarser side for initial sharpening and a finer side for polishing.

Shop Whetstones Near You at Ace Hardware

Whether you prefer a whetstone, a hand knife sharpening kit or another type of sharpening tool, you can find sharpening tools near you at Ace. For assistance selecting knife sharpeners, speak to one of our knowledgeable associates, who can answer your questions and help you select the right product based on your preferences and budget.

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