Shun Sora Combination Honing Steel 9 in
- 9 inch honing rod, 13.63 inches overall
- 16 degree built-in angle guide
- Smooth and micro-ribbed sides
- Stainless steel rod
- TPE handle, left or right handed
- 8.8 ounces
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A guided two sided honing rod that holds Japanese style edges straight between sharpenings. It realigns an edge but will not restore a blade that has gone dull.
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ASIN: B00W4YM5B2Category: Knife Sharpeners
Overview
A two sided stainless steel rod does the work in the Shun Sora combination honing steel: a smooth face for weekly touch ups and a micro-ribbed face for monthly ones. A built-in guide sets the blade at the correct angle as the edge is drawn down the rod.
The angle guide takes the guesswork out of honing, which suits cooks whose knives are sharpened at that angle. Honing straightens a rolled edge but does not grind a new one, so a dull blade still needs a sharpener.
Who it's for
Home cooks who touch up their knives each week get a guided routine here. Owners of knives ground at a wider angle, or blades that have gone fully dull, need a different tool.
Pros and cons
- Built-in angle guide
- Two surfaces for different upkeep
- Secure TPE handle
- Works for either hand
- One fixed guide angle
- Hones, does not grind a new edge
- Serrated blade use not listed
Performance notes
Honing pushes a slightly bent edge back into line, so the sharpest part of the blade meets the food again. The guide holds the blade at the set angle, which matters more than pressure. The micro-ribbed side works the edge harder than the smooth side, which is why it is used less often.
Specifications
| Brand | Shun |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 8.8 ounces |
| Length | 9 inches (13.63 inches overall) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Silver |
| Material Type | Stainless steel |
| Handle material | TPE |
| Other details | |
| Grit Type | Fine |
| Angle guide | Built-in |
| Handedness | Left and right handed |
| Sharpening angles | 16 degree |
| Stages | Smooth side, micro-ribbed side |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Shun Sora honing steel sharpen a dull knife?
No. It hones: it smooths out naturally occurring bends so the sharpest part of the blade meets the food.
How often should each side of the Shun Sora steel be used?
The smooth side is for weekly honing and the micro-ribbed side for monthly honing.
Can left handed cooks use the Shun Sora honing steel?
Yes. The TPE handle is described for both left and right handed users.