Smith's CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener
- Grit Type: Coarse, Fine
- Color: Yellow
- Material Type: Synthetic
- Number of Items: 1
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small, preset-angle field sharpener for touch-ups on knives that are already reasonably sharp, not a substitute for a full sharpening kit on a badly dulled blade.
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ASIN: B00032S02KCategory: Knife Sharpeners
Overview
The Smith's CCKS is a pocket-size pull-through sharpener with two slots, tungsten carbide for restoring a dull edge and ceramic for a fine finish. It's built for fillet, pocket and hunting knives carried in a pack or tackle box, not for kitchen cutlery sharpening at a counter.
Where full sharpening systems use guided angles and multiple grits over several passes, this tool compresses that into a preset two-slot pull-through: a few strokes through the coarse tungsten carbide slot brings back an edge, then the ceramic slot cleans it up. It trades precision control for something small enough to clip to a belt loop or keychain and use in the field between fish or game.
- Two-stage coarse (carbide) and fine (ceramic) slots
- Preset sharpening angle, no setup needed
- 2.33 x 2.71 in, under 2 oz
- Floats, with a lanyard hole for a keychain or pack
Who it's for
Anglers, hunters and campers who need to touch up a blade away from a kitchen counter, plus anyone who wants a compact backup sharpener rather than a full bench setup. Not a fit for sharpening large kitchen knives or for anyone who wants control over the sharpening angle.
Pros and cons
- Pocket-size, under 2 ounces
- Preset angles, no technique needed
- Two stages: coarse carbide, fine ceramic
- Floats, clips to a keychain or pack
- Fixed angle, no adjustment for blade type
- For touch-ups, not badly dulled blades
- Too small for large kitchen knives
Performance notes
Each slot holds crossed carbide or ceramic rods set at a fixed sharpening angle, so the user just pulls the blade through rather than judging an angle by hand. The tungsten carbide slot is the coarse stage for restoring an edge in three or four strokes, and the ceramic slot is the fine stage for polishing an already-sharp blade. Non-slip rubber feet keep it steady during use, and the tool floats and clips onto a lanyard, so it's meant to survive being used on a boat or in a pack rather than at a kitchen counter.
Specifications
| Brand | Smith's |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.7 × 0.9 × 2.3 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Yellow |
| Material Type | Synthetic |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 Sharpener |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | See Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Grit Type | Coarse, Fine |
| Number of Items | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What knives does the Smith's CCKS work on?
It's built for fillet, hunting and pocket knives; the compact slots suit knife-length blades rather than large kitchen knives.
Does it set a specific sharpening angle?
Yes, both the carbide and ceramic slots are preset at fixed angles, so there's no need to hold or judge an angle by hand.
Can it be used on a boat without losing it overboard?
It's designed to float and has a lanyard hole so it can be clipped to a keychain, backpack or tackle box.