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Amazon Basics 4-in-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener

  • Grit Type: Coarse, Medium, Fine
  • Color: Black
  • Material Type: Metal, Plastic
  • Number of Items: 1

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

One sharpener covers straight-edge knives from dull to polished plus scissors, gloves included, as long as none of your blades are serrated.

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ASIN: B0DV178N82Model: MDQ001Category: Knife Sharpeners

Overview

Coarse, medium and fine slots for straight-edge blades plus a dedicated scissor channel make up this 4-in-1 sharpener, mounted on a non-slip base with gloves included.

This is a manual pull-through sharpener, not a knife itself, so the value is in what it can and cannot sharpen: kitchen knives, pocket knives, hunting knives and other straight-edge blades are covered, while the listing states it is not suitable for serrated blades. The included gloves and non-slip silicone base are both there to keep the sharpening motion controlled rather than to add convenience features.

  • 3 knife stages: coarse, medium, fine
  • Separate slot for scissors
  • Non-slip silicone base
  • Cut-resistant safety gloves included

Who it's for

Anyone maintaining a set of straight-edge kitchen or outdoor knives who wants one tool that also handles scissors. Not the right tool if the blades in question are serrated bread or utility knives.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Three sharpening stages plus a scissor slot
  • Non-slip base keeps it steady during use
  • Cut-resistant gloves included
Cons
  • Not suitable for serrated blades
  • Manual pull-through, not a powered sharpener

Performance notes

The tool works by drawing the blade through angled slots at progressively finer grits, coarse first to reset a dull or nicked edge, then medium and fine to polish it. The silicone base is what keeps the sharpener planted on a counter during that pulling motion, and the scissor slot is a separate fourth channel rather than a repurposed knife stage.

Specifications

BrandAmazon Basics
ModelMDQ001
Dimensions & fit
Item Dimensions L x W x H8.9 × 2.2 × 3.5 inches
Construction & materials
ColorBlack
Material TypeMetal, Plastic
Included components
Unit Count1
Included ComponentsKnife Sharpener
Other details
Grit TypeCoarse, Medium, Fine
Number of Items1
Item Type Name4-in-1 Knife Sharpener With Safety Glove

Frequently asked questions

Can this Amazon Basics sharpener handle serrated knives?

No, the listing specifically states it is meant for straight-edge blades and is not suitable for serrated knives.

Does the sharpener work on pocket and hunting knives, or just kitchen knives?

It is listed as compatible with kitchen knives, pocket knives, hunting knives and other straight-edge blades.

What are the gloves included with this sharpener for?

They are cut-resistant gloves meant to protect your hands while you hold and draw the blade through the sharpening slots.