HORL 3 Pro knife sharpener

HORL 3 PRO knife sharpener is the top of the range of HORL knife sharpeners and, as the name says, it is dedicated to professionals but also to those who are passionate about knives having knife collections or a varied range of knives with various blades, with various cutting angles which requires special sharpening.

HORL 3 PRO knife sharpener is made of aluminum and stainless steel, includes a planetary gear inside that ensures a transmission speed of 1:3. Compared to other HORL® models, HORL 3 PRO achieves the desired clarity three times faster. The high-quality stainless steel and aluminum components, as well as the dark bronze powder coating, give the latest generation knife sharpener an exclusive look and, at the same time, ensure a unique feeling.

HORL 3 PRO knife sharpeners offer the possibility of sharpening at angles of 10°, 13°, 15°, 20°, 22° and 25°.

Establishing the sharpening angle depends on the material of the knife blade and its manufacturer. Most manufacturers of premium, high-end or specialty knives inform users about the blade sharpening angle. That is why we recommend that you inform yourself about these data either from the knife's user manual or by contacting the manufacturer directly. As a general line, but it is not understandable that as a rule the sharpening angle of 20° ensures a new, correct and stable cutting edge of kitchen knives of European production. This means that the knife blade keeps its sharpness for a long time and is suitable for a wide variety of cuts in everyday life in the kitchen. The 15° sharpening angle gives particularly fine blades made of Damascus steel and high-quality carbon steel, such as Japanese knives, a delicate, fine sharpening. These knife edges can be ground very finely and keep their stability for a long time.

The diamond grinding disc of the HORL® 3 generation brings a level of abrasiveness up to 80% higher than the HORL® 2 generation and the ceramic peeling disc guarantees impressive results. And on the HORL 3 PRO knife sharpener, the grinding discs can be changed (various grinding discs can be obtained as accessories for a fee) through the Quick Lock mechanism.

With the HORL® Diamond Standard grinding wheel, high-quality sharpening results are possible in a short time, without the need to use water. The industrial diamonds used in the manufacture of the HORL® Diamond Standard disc are suitable for all knife steels of any hardness and ensure efficient, precise results. In addition, they produce a sharpening pattern that is comparable to the "factory" sharpening of a high quality German kitchen knife. If used correctly, the standard HORL® diamond grinding wheel does not need to be replaced. Industrial diamonds are considered one of the most durable and efficient abrasives available on the market. Monocrystalline diamonds are harder than any knife steel. Using a galvanic process, approximately 55% of HORL® Diamond Standard diamonds are fixed in a bed of nickel. The initially rough surface becomes more refined after the first sanding movements and reaches the working condition that will remain the same from that moment. After using the standard HORL® diamond grinding wheel, the ceramic grinding wheel further refines the grinding result. The integrated grooves ensure a smooth edge of the knife and eliminate the dust resulting from grinding. The combination of strong neodymium magnets and HORL® S-Pad allow the knife to be firmly fixed to the sharpening device. Thanks to the anti-slip effect of the S-Pad, even knives with small (narrow) blades can be sharpened consistently if the sharpener is positioned at the correct height.

HORL 3 PRO knife sharpener features:

1. Abrasive disc for grinding with industrial diamonds fixed in a nickel bed;
2. Internal planetary gear with a 1:3 gear ratio for maximum savings in sharpening time
3. Ceramic disc for collecting sanding dust;
4. Grinding device with extruded aluminum housing / handle, dark bronze color
5. Fixing device (HORL® S-Pad) of the knife blade through magnets and with a surface provided with anti-slip silicone balls;
6. Sharpening angles: 10°, 13°, 15°, 20°, 22° and 25°;
7. Grit size of the grinding disc: 46 μm;
8. Compatible with most kitchen knives, including Japanese Damascus steel knives, but also with knives or knives for outdoor activities;
9. Materials used: Stainless steel (inox), aluminum, diamond abrasive particles, nickel, neodymium magnet, ceramic, silicon;
10. Designed and developed by Horl 1993 GmbH in Freiburg, Germany;
11. Made in Germany, in the Black Forest region;
12. Original HORL packaging, cardboard dimensions: 13.3 x 12 x 6.5 cm, colored,
13. Sealed and unique device series;
14. Gross weight (incl. packaging): 1.17 kg
15. Delivery contents: sharpener (sharpening device) and knife holder (HORL® S-Pad) with knife holder magnet and adjustable sharpening angle.