Introducing ‘El afilador’ (in Spanish), the first sharpener that not only sharpens but also transforms your kitchen into a work of art. In this unique Nordico design, the precision of a whetstone meets the smooth finishing touch of a leather strop, ensuring your blades are razor-sharp and polished to perfection.
The Magic
Unique magnetic acacia wooden box that provides El Afilador with two functionalities
The whetstone side is used to restore the blade's sharpness by reshaping the edge.
The black Leather strop side is used after sharpening to polish the blade and remove any remaining burrs
Easy to carry
Sharpening your Masterpieces
1. Soak the Whetstone
Immerse the whetstone in water for 10-15 minutes until air bubbles stop rising. Keep the stone slightly wet during sharpening for optimal results.
2. Choose Your Grit
Use the coarse side (dark grey, lower grit, 180) for repairing or reshaping dull blades.
Use the fine side (light grey, higher grit, 220) for polishing and fine-tuning the sharpness.
You can sharp the knife with the whetstone inside or outside the wooden box. Once finished, let the whetstone dry before putting it back into the wooden box
3. Set the Angle
Hold your knife at a 15-20 degree angle against the whetstone. Consistency is key for a sharp edge. Both sides should be sharpened symmetrically and evenly.
4. Finish with the Leather Strop
After sharpening the whetstone, apply the green wax on top of the leather and use the leather strop to polish the blade and give it a professional-level sharpness and finish
