Vulkanus V Knife Sharpener
Vulkanus Professional V Knife Sharpener was awarded for its design and functionality.
Rated 5 out of 5,51 reviewNot part of MIX & VALUE (bags and rolls only).
About the Vulkanus V Knife Sharpener
Vulkanus V knife sharpener
The blade's own angle, every time
The hardest part of sharpening by hand is holding a consistent angle: a few degrees of variation between strokes is normal, and over time it leaves a blade sharp in places and dull in others. The Vulkanus V works the other way round: patented spring-loaded rods find the blade's own angle and hold it between 11 and 21 degrees.
Two finishes, one mechanism: classic black, or a stainless steel housing. Both sharpen and hone the same way.
- Adjusts by itself
- 11–21°
- Sharpens and hones
- 1 pass
- Classic black or stainless
- 2 finishes
- Made in
- Austria
The mechanism
Spring-loaded rods that follow the edge
The sharpening rods sit on patented spring-loaded arms. Draw a knife through the V and the arms settle between 11 and 21 degrees, matching the edge instead of forcing a fixed angle on it.
- 01
Place the knife
Into the V, between the spring-loaded rods.
- 02
Draw it through
In one controlled stroke; the rods settle between 11 and 21 degrees.
- 03
Edge finished
Sharpened and honed in one pass.
The usual routine
Two steps
Sharpen to remove material and form a new edge, then hone to realign and polish it.
Vulkanus V
One draw
Sharpens and hones in a single pass: no separate honing step to remember.
Which knives
Smooth and serrated steel
Smooth steel knives
Chef's knives, utility knives and other plain edges.
Serrated steel knives
Bread knives too: the rods follow the blade's geometry, something many basic sharpeners can't do.
Not ceramic
Ceramic blades would be damaged: keep them away from it.
Who it suits
Serious home cooks
Everyday knives kept sharp without learning stone angles.
Commercial kitchens
Fast and reliable where sharp knives matter every day.
Care
A damp cloth is enough. It is dishwasher-safe, but that isn't recommended: heat and detergent aren't needed for a tool that only touches clean blade steel, and repeated cycles may affect the springs. Sold without a knife.
Specifications
Vulkanus Professional V Knife Sharpener was awarded for its design and functionality. Made in Austria (not Australia). Stainless Steel. High-Quality patented springs and professional sharpening rods. Buy real quality just once. The Vulkanus V Knife Sharpener automatically adjusts to the correct angle between 11 and 21 degrees and sharpens and hones the blade in a single pass. Austrian-made, stainless steel, with patented springs and professional sharpening rods. Works on smooth and serrated knives. Not suitable for ceramic blades. Also available in black plastic .
- Product
- Vulkanus Professional V Knife Sharpener
- Brand
- Vulkanus
- Finish
- Classic black plastic (7-Z11071) or stainless steel (7-Z11072)
- Function
- Sharpens and hones in one pass
- Sharpening angle
- Self-adjusting, 11–21°
- Mechanism
- Patented spring-loaded sharpening rods
- Suitable blades
- Smooth and serrated steel knives
- Not suitable for
- Ceramic blades (they would be damaged)
- Use
- Home and commercial
- Cleaning
- Damp cloth (dishwasher-safe, not recommended)
- Knife included
- No
- Made in
- Austria
Goes well with
All accessories →
Common questions
Does it work on ceramic knives?
No. Ceramic blades require a diamond-based sharpening system. The steel rods in this sharpener would be damaged by a ceramic edge rather than sharpening it.
Does it sharpen and hone separately, or in one step?
One step. A single pass through the sharpener both sharpens and hones the edge, there is no separate honing stage required.
Can I use it on serrated or bread knives?
Yes. The rods follow the blade profile, which means serrated edges are sharpened effectively, unlike flat sharpening stones or angled pull-through systems designed only for straight edges.
What is the difference between this and the black plastic version?
The mechanism, sharpening angle range, and one-pass sharpen-and-hone function are the same. The difference is the housing material, stainless steel on this version versus black plastic on the other version. Stainless steel is more suited to a commercial kitchen environment or for buyers who prefer a metal tool on the bench.
Can I put it in the dishwasher?
It is dishwasher safe but this is not recommended. A wipe with a damp cloth after use is sufficient and better for the long-term action of the spring mechanism.
Reviews
What owners say
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- ★★★★★
“Brilliant”
Anonymous· Verified buyer· Classic black· 31 Aug 2023