In article >, James Egan
> wrote:

> I'm looking for a non-electric knife sharpener,
> simple to use knife sharpener. Something that
> I can keep in the drawer. I'm not into culinary
> arts or anything, and just want to sharpen my
> knives on occasion. I certainly don't want to
> take them to a knife sharpener.
>
> -Thanks

Sorry I didn't see this thread earlier.

Lansky is among the best knife sharpening systems currently available.
The controlled edge angle systems, even the basic sets, are better than
any freehand stone or "gimmick" system.

http://www.lansky.com/

Careful honing followed by a strop will give you scary sharp edges
every time.

I should know.

-Frank

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http://www.franksknives.com