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product_id: 187204415
title: "162N Diamond Whetstone Knife Sharpener with Storage Base | 2 Side Grit Coarse 325 / Extra Fine 1200 | Diamond Sharpening Stone | Non-Slip Base & Angle Guide (203 x 76mm / 8 x 3 Inch)"
brand: "sharpal"
price: "€ 179.95"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 9
category: "Sharpal"
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/187204415-162n-diamond-whetstone-knife-sharpener-with-storage-base-2-side
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region: Slovakia
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# 5x faster sharpening Monocrystalline diamond grit Non-slip base & angle guide 162N Diamond Whetstone Knife Sharpener with Storage Base | 2 Side Grit Coarse 325 / Extra Fine 1200 | Diamond Sharpening Stone | Non-Slip Base & Angle Guide (203 x 76mm / 8 x 3 Inch)

**Brand:** sharpal
**Price:** € 179.95
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Sharpen smarter, not harder — the pro’s choice for a razor-sharp edge!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 162N Diamond Whetstone Knife Sharpener with Storage Base | 2 Side Grit Coarse 325 / Extra Fine 1200 | Diamond Sharpening Stone | Non-Slip Base & Angle Guide (203 x 76mm / 8 x 3 Inch) by sharpal
- **How much does it cost?** € 179.95 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/187204415-162n-diamond-whetstone-knife-sharpener-with-storage-base-2-side)

## Best For

- sharpal enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sharpal brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Mess-Free Sharpening:** Sharpen dry—no oil or water needed, keeping your kitchen clean and your workflow smooth
- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Non-slip rubber base and integrated angle guide ensure perfect sharpening angles every time 🛡️
- • **Dual-Grit Precision Control:** Coarse 325 grit for rapid edge setting, extra fine 1200 grit for flawless honing on all hard materials 🔩
- • **Lightning-Fast Edge Revival:** Sharpen knives up to 5x faster than traditional stones with industrial-grade monocrystalline diamonds ⚡
- • **Built to Last & Backed by Warranty:** Heavy-duty steel base with MirrorFlat technology resists wear, plus 3 years of trusted after-sale support

## Overview

The SHARPAL 162N Diamond Whetstone Knife Sharpener features industrial monocrystalline diamonds electroplated on a durable steel base, delivering up to 5 times faster sharpening than traditional stones. Its dual-sided design offers coarse 325 grit for quick edge setting and extra fine 1200 grit for honing, suitable for all hard materials including high-speed steel and carbide. Equipped with a non-slip base and an integrated angle guide covering 14° to 25°, it ensures precise, mess-free sharpening without oil or water. The exclusive MirrorFlat technology guarantees a long-lasting flat surface, backed by a 3-year warranty and superior after-sale service, making it a must-have for professionals and enthusiasts seeking consistent, high-performance knife maintenance.

## Description

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Review: Works really well, nicely made, and great value. - This has so many other reviews it hardly seems worth reviewing it, but just to add to the chorus, this is an excellent package, get it, you won't regret it (Unless, I suppose, you're a hand-sharpening newbie and aren't prepared to put the practice in.) I originally saw this being tested and recommended by a YouTuber who is, it's fair to say, very obsessive about hand sharpening and testing knives, as well as being a maker of knives. He seemed to know what he was talking about, and got excellent results really quickly using just this stone and a diamond strop. I'd been struggling with a set of the ubiquitous Chinese two-sided whetstones, so I bought one of these, and since then the whetstones have stayed in their box. I've in fact bought two of these now, one for me and, after I tried it, another one as a gift. The price I originally paid - £60 - is very good value, especially compared with some other brands, the second one was even better value as it was discounted. You can go cheaper and still get good results, especially in coarser diamond plates, but the very cheap ones are usually flimsy and need bonding to stable bases, don't come with the combined non-slip working stand and storage box (itself well worth at least ten quid, arguably somewhat more). The finer grit cheapies tend to have too much grit contamination, though there are some bargains that are very similar to this Sharpal, albeit without the box and so on. The angle guide covers a useful range of bevel angles and very handy for getting your eye in. I also bought the well-finished leather strop that Sharpal offer, and some 1 micron diamond emulsion (Enzo brand, from desertcart, which seems to have a decent percentage of diamond) and I have to say that after a bit of practice, to my surprise and pleasure, I was able to get a blade to "hair whittling" sharpness using just these things. Generally, though, so long as the last few passes are light and on alternate sides, knives come off the 1200 side pretty much shaving sharp, albeit not "comfortable" shaving without a little refinement on a strop. Certainly more than sharp enough for kitchen use, though, or for field knives. Being diamond, this stone doesn't mind how tough a steel your knife is made from, and indeed it's not much bothered by tungsten carbide either, making it really useful for a whole variety of tools. I've not tried sharpening ceramic knives on it, and I have a strong feeling that even the 1200 side is too coarse for that, as ceramic blades sharpen (and wear) by chipping, rather than cutting. I have successfully sharpened a ceramic blade using a very fine (8000 grit) wet+dry abrasive paper flattened wet onto a glass plate and kept wet throughout, using it "backwards" like a strop. Took ages, though. I think ceramic knives could be honed on a very fine diamond strop, too - 1 micron is equivalent to around 14,000 grit, but go to 0.5µ or 0.25µ and it's more like 50,000 to 100,000 grit. However, I think if a ceramic knife needs significant re-profiling, i.e. if it's properly blunt or damaged, then the best option is going to be a fine, power driven, super-smooth wheel running in water, then maybe finish on a very fine diamond strop. At the more mundane end of the cutlery spectrum, I've sharpened some very cheap knives on this stone that, previously, have not taken or held an edge very well. A combination of a clean-cutting and properly flat stone like this, and more knowledge of how to sharpen, helps to get a clean, burr-free apex that is as good as it's going to get. My only slight reservations about this stone are the occasional review suggesting perhaps glitches in quality control once in a while, and the fact that, on mine, the mirror sides of the steel substrate have already corroded a little where I've been handling it, even though it's been kept dry and stored in its box along with silica gel. The working surfaces seem fine, though, and, as others have said, after a minimal bedding in they are nice and even, and remove metal surprisingly quickly. Summary: Strongly recommended for anyone who wants to hand-sharpen knives. As and when this stone wears out, I'll buy another one.
Review: Best sharpener I have bought, by far. - I have used a fair few different stones for sharpening knives over the years, with very mixed results. Success was never guaranteed at all. I had practiced a lot, and could hold an angle well, but it just wasn't enough, since the stones themselves often just dished out and became useless after a short time. I often found that a lot of stones were just too soft, and it was very hard to gauge pressure to get a good grind. I knew diamond plates would be the best option, as they do not dish out (go concave) after regular use, but they were too expensive at the time. Then I saw this diamond sharpener that was double sided and half the price of a single plate from a well known company. So I bought it. The box is sturdy, and it holds the whetstone well. It doesn't slip around on the work-surface either. The stone itself is just a steel plate with electro-plated diamond powder on it. While 325 grit might sound quite smooth compared to the grits of other coarse stones, because it's diamond it cuts very quickly. You can then flip it over to the other side to 1200, and this might sound like a large jump compared to normal whetstones, but you can get away with it here as the diamond just grinds away the steel with ease. Keep in mind that on first use, it will cut coarse and a bit uneven. This will wear down after a bit of use as the surface evens out and any loose diamond falls off. Once it settles, it cuts very consistently, with light pressure. I have used this stone extensively for months, and it has not faltered at all, and has been the best sharpening investment I have made in a long time. It does come with a blade angle guide, but it's a bit impractical to use. I don't use it, since I've had a fair bit of experience with whetstones over the years, so I can hold an angle quite well. For maintenance and cleaning, the best thing you can get is a kneadable eraser, the grey putty stuff used by artists. It will cling to the metal swarf/dust and clean the stone very easily, without the need to wash it. Also, do not use water with this stone, it does not need it like regular whetstones. The 1200 grit side is good enough for a very sharp knife, but not enough for a razor, although you don't need a razor to cut veg. If you do want to bring your knife to a razor sharpness (as in, you can shave with it), you'll need a leather strop and some 1-micron diamond powder. Do not get the diamond paste that comes in those coloured tubes, they are terrible, with a very low concentration of diamond in them. Get the pure diamond powder instead. It costs a bit more, but it lasts ages as you only use a tiny amount (it will feel like fine clay powder). Just rub that powder dry into the leather, then strop away - you'll get a razor in no time.

## Features

- FAST, Durable and Heavy-Duty: Industrial monocrystalline diamonds are electroplated onto a steel base of 0.9 cm thickness. Up to 5 times faster sharpening than oil stone, water stone
- DUAL GRIT: Coarse 325 grit (45 micron) for quick edge setting; Extra fine 1200 grit (12 micron) for honing. Sharpen and Hone ALL HARD Material including High Speed Steel, Carbide, Ceramic & Cubic Boron Nitride. Sharpen dry. No messy oil or water needed.
- Super FLAT Surface: SHARPAL exclusive MirrorFlat technology guarantees long-lasting even contact with knives or tools, while oil stone and water stone easily wear down with uneven surface
- Superior Bonus Pack: Includes storage box with non-slip rubber pad that can be used as a stone base while sharpening; With Sharpening Angle Guide integrated with 4 universal angles-14°, 17°, 20°, 25° and instruction manual inside of packaging
- 3 YEARS Warranty and Superior After-Sale Service: Sharpal headquarters in CA, US with overseas branches in Germany and Australia, aiming at providing consumers with an easy and cost-effective way to obtain a sharp edge. Manufactured and field-tested to the highest standards

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07GRWN1PV |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,827 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 2 in Sharpening Stones |
| Colour | Black and Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,471) |
| Date First Available | 23 Aug. 2018 |
| Finish | Monocrystalline Diamond |
| Grit Description | Extra Fine, Coarse |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Item model number | 162N |
| Manufacturer | Sharpal Inc. |
| Material | Monocrystalline Diamonds |
| Part Number | 162N |
| Product Dimensions | 21.49 x 10.01 x 4.9 cm; 1.4 kg |
| Size | ['8 in. x 3 in.'] |
| Style | 203x76mm |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SHARPAL
- **Colour:** Black and Silver
- **Grit type:** Extra Fine, Coarse
- **Item weight:** 1.4 Kilograms
- **Manufacturer:** Sharpal Inc.
- **Material:** Monocrystalline Diamonds
- **Number of items:** 3
- **Product dimensions:** 21.5L x 10W x 4.9H centimetres
- **UPC:** 814744028042

## Images

![162N Diamond Whetstone Knife Sharpener with Storage Base | 2 Side Grit Coarse 325 / Extra Fine 1200 | Diamond Sharpening Stone | Non-Slip Base & Angle Guide (203 x 76mm / 8 x 3 Inch) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Q8MWi-QeL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why does my diamond stone feel aggressive at first but smoother over time? Is it wearing out too fast?**
A: It’s normal! The rough surface sharpens aggressively at first. With use, it smooths, exposing more diamonds for consistent performance. The break-in varies but usually takes several uses. Your stone isn’t wearing out—it’s adjusting for long-term use!

**Q: Is water or oil required during the sharpening process?**
A: Avoid using water during sharpening, as it may cause the iron filings on the stone's surface to rust. Testing shows minimal difference in sharpening performance between using oil and dry sharpening, so oil is not necessary.

**Q: After using the stone, dark areas appear on its surface. Does this mean the diamonds have worn off?**
A: No, the dark areas are dried dirt from sharpening, not a sign of the diamonds wearing off. These marks don’t affect performance and can be left as is. For minor marks, use an eraser. For tough stains, clean with Bar Keepers Friend and air dry fully.

**Q: How long does it last?**
A: The lifespan depends on usage, the hardness of the materials being sharpened, and maintenance. With proper care, it can last many years, even for those sharpening 3 to 4 times a week. Regular cleaning and light pressure extend its durability.

**Q: Is it normal to see scratches on the surface after sharpening with this diamond stone?**
A: Yes, it's completely normal. The scratches are just typical signs of use and do not affect the performance of the diamond stone. The diamond layer remains intact, so its sharpening ability stays as effective as ever.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works really well, nicely made, and great value.
*by C***Z on 30 July 2025*

This has so many other reviews it hardly seems worth reviewing it, but just to add to the chorus, this is an excellent package, get it, you won't regret it (Unless, I suppose, you're a hand-sharpening newbie and aren't prepared to put the practice in.) I originally saw this being tested and recommended by a YouTuber who is, it's fair to say, very obsessive about hand sharpening and testing knives, as well as being a maker of knives. He seemed to know what he was talking about, and got excellent results really quickly using just this stone and a diamond strop. I'd been struggling with a set of the ubiquitous Chinese two-sided whetstones, so I bought one of these, and since then the whetstones have stayed in their box. I've in fact bought two of these now, one for me and, after I tried it, another one as a gift. The price I originally paid - £60 - is very good value, especially compared with some other brands, the second one was even better value as it was discounted. You can go cheaper and still get good results, especially in coarser diamond plates, but the very cheap ones are usually flimsy and need bonding to stable bases, don't come with the combined non-slip working stand and storage box (itself well worth at least ten quid, arguably somewhat more). The finer grit cheapies tend to have too much grit contamination, though there are some bargains that are very similar to this Sharpal, albeit without the box and so on. The angle guide covers a useful range of bevel angles and very handy for getting your eye in. I also bought the well-finished leather strop that Sharpal offer, and some 1 micron diamond emulsion (Enzo brand, from Amazon, which seems to have a decent percentage of diamond) and I have to say that after a bit of practice, to my surprise and pleasure, I was able to get a blade to "hair whittling" sharpness using just these things. Generally, though, so long as the last few passes are light and on alternate sides, knives come off the 1200 side pretty much shaving sharp, albeit not "comfortable" shaving without a little refinement on a strop. Certainly more than sharp enough for kitchen use, though, or for field knives. Being diamond, this stone doesn't mind how tough a steel your knife is made from, and indeed it's not much bothered by tungsten carbide either, making it really useful for a whole variety of tools. I've not tried sharpening ceramic knives on it, and I have a strong feeling that even the 1200 side is too coarse for that, as ceramic blades sharpen (and wear) by chipping, rather than cutting. I have successfully sharpened a ceramic blade using a very fine (8000 grit) wet+dry abrasive paper flattened wet onto a glass plate and kept wet throughout, using it "backwards" like a strop. Took ages, though. I think ceramic knives could be honed on a very fine diamond strop, too - 1 micron is equivalent to around 14,000 grit, but go to 0.5µ or 0.25µ and it's more like 50,000 to 100,000 grit. However, I think if a ceramic knife needs significant re-profiling, i.e. if it's properly blunt or damaged, then the best option is going to be a fine, power driven, super-smooth wheel running in water, then maybe finish on a very fine diamond strop. At the more mundane end of the cutlery spectrum, I've sharpened some very cheap knives on this stone that, previously, have not taken or held an edge very well. A combination of a clean-cutting and properly flat stone like this, and more knowledge of how to sharpen, helps to get a clean, burr-free apex that is as good as it's going to get. My only slight reservations about this stone are the occasional review suggesting perhaps glitches in quality control once in a while, and the fact that, on mine, the mirror sides of the steel substrate have already corroded a little where I've been handling it, even though it's been kept dry and stored in its box along with silica gel. The working surfaces seem fine, though, and, as others have said, after a minimal bedding in they are nice and even, and remove metal surprisingly quickly. Summary: Strongly recommended for anyone who wants to hand-sharpen knives. As and when this stone wears out, I'll buy another one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best sharpener I have bought, by far.
*by J***R on 19 January 2024*

I have used a fair few different stones for sharpening knives over the years, with very mixed results. Success was never guaranteed at all. I had practiced a lot, and could hold an angle well, but it just wasn't enough, since the stones themselves often just dished out and became useless after a short time. I often found that a lot of stones were just too soft, and it was very hard to gauge pressure to get a good grind. I knew diamond plates would be the best option, as they do not dish out (go concave) after regular use, but they were too expensive at the time. Then I saw this diamond sharpener that was double sided and half the price of a single plate from a well known company. So I bought it. The box is sturdy, and it holds the whetstone well. It doesn't slip around on the work-surface either. The stone itself is just a steel plate with electro-plated diamond powder on it. While 325 grit might sound quite smooth compared to the grits of other coarse stones, because it's diamond it cuts very quickly. You can then flip it over to the other side to 1200, and this might sound like a large jump compared to normal whetstones, but you can get away with it here as the diamond just grinds away the steel with ease. Keep in mind that on first use, it will cut coarse and a bit uneven. This will wear down after a bit of use as the surface evens out and any loose diamond falls off. Once it settles, it cuts very consistently, with light pressure. I have used this stone extensively for months, and it has not faltered at all, and has been the best sharpening investment I have made in a long time. It does come with a blade angle guide, but it's a bit impractical to use. I don't use it, since I've had a fair bit of experience with whetstones over the years, so I can hold an angle quite well. For maintenance and cleaning, the best thing you can get is a kneadable eraser, the grey putty stuff used by artists. It will cling to the metal swarf/dust and clean the stone very easily, without the need to wash it. Also, do not use water with this stone, it does not need it like regular whetstones. The 1200 grit side is good enough for a very sharp knife, but not enough for a razor, although you don't need a razor to cut veg. If you do want to bring your knife to a razor sharpness (as in, you can shave with it), you'll need a leather strop and some 1-micron diamond powder. Do not get the diamond paste that comes in those coloured tubes, they are terrible, with a very low concentration of diamond in them. Get the pure diamond powder instead. It costs a bit more, but it lasts ages as you only use a tiny amount (it will feel like fine clay powder). Just rub that powder dry into the leather, then strop away - you'll get a razor in no time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Value – Perfect for Beginners and Great Results
*by G***S on 13 July 2025*

I’m really impressed with this product. As a complete beginner, I was able to sharpen all my kitchen knives easily and effectively. The set comes in a well-designed box that keeps everything neatly organized—even includes a silica gel packet slot to protect against moisture. The angle guide is a great addition. It snaps securely onto the stone and doesn’t move at all during sharpening, which gave me a lot more confidence and consistency. Overall, this is an incredible value for the price. My cheap old kitchen knives now feel fantastic and are razor sharp. Highly recommended, especially if you're just getting started.

## Frequently Bought Together

- SHARPAL 162N Double-sided Diamond Sharpening Stone Whetstone Knife Sharpener |Coarse 325 / Extra Fine 1200 Grit | Storage Case with NonSlip Base & Angle Guide (8 in. x 3 in.) – Great Father’s Day Gift
- SHARPAL 205H Double-sided Leather Strop (Genuine Cowhide) 13.2"x2.4" Kit with Polishing Compound & Angle Guide, Stropping Block for Knives, Tools, Chisels – Father’s Day Gift
- SHARPAL 194H Whetstone Knife Blade Sharpener Sharpening Stone Angle Guide, Chisel/Plane Iron Blade Honing Guide, Knife Edge Angle Finder, Knife Sharpening Trainer (Angle from 15° to 45°)

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