where is it manufactured

China of course I got the paring knife and the 8 inch chef knife high quality great feel in your hand love the handles I have a number of quality knives most are old

What is the hardness rating of this steel?

Dear customers, thank you for your question. Our Fiery Phoenix series knives are adopted German High-carbon Stainless steel, and the steel is precisely processed with high-tech vacuum heat treatment, so its hardness is reach to 56±2 HRC, this hardness give your chef knife an extraordinary cutting performance and edge retention. Hope this will help you.

What is the length of the honing steel handle and rod?

mine is 13 1/8" total handle and rod.

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Honing Rod, Sharpening Steel with Larger Diameter for Kitchen Knife Daily Honing Maintenance, High Carbon Steel 8" Knife Sharpener Rod, Ergonomic Handle

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Details

Brand
TUO
Color
Silver Brown
Grit Type
Extra Fine
Item Weight
12.16 ounces
Manufacturer
TUO Cutlery
Material
Stainless

📏0.48" thicker rod for 35% more honing surface

🪵Ergonomic, non-slip Pakkawood handle

⚙️62 HRC high carbon steel hardness

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Description

🔪 Hone like a pro, every day—because your knives deserve the best!

LIFETIME CONFIDENCE - Backed by TUO’s lifetime guarantee and premium gift packaging.
BUILT TO LAST RESIST - Premium Pakkawood handle resists moisture, cracking, and corrosion.
COMPACT TRAVEL READY - Optimized 8" length fits kitchen drawers and knife rolls seamlessly.
35 MORE HONING SURFACE - Thicker 0.48" rod delivers faster, more efficient sharpening.
SHARPER EDGE LESS WEAR - Daily realignment keeps knives razor-ready with minimal blade wear.

The TUO Honing Rod is an 8-inch sharpening steel crafted from high carbon steel with a 62 HRC hardness rating and a thicker 0.48" diameter for 35% more honing surface. Featuring an ergonomic, moisture-resistant Pakkawood handle, it offers effortless daily knife edge realignment with minimal blade wear. Compact and travel-friendly, it fits neatly in kitchen drawers or knife rolls. Backed by TUO’s lifetime guarantee, it’s a durable, premium tool designed for professional-level knife maintenance.

Specifications

ASIN	B06XRMK3XT
Best Sellers Rank	#8,646 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #125 in Knife Sharpeners
Brand Name	TUO
Color	Silver,Brown
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (19,812)
Grit Type	Extra Fine
Included Components	Gift Box, Honing Rod, Product Brochure, Wiping Cloth
Item Dimensions L x W x H	1.22"L x 1.18"W x 13"H
Item Length	1.3 Inches
Item Type Name	TUO Honing Steel for All Kitchen Knives Daily Sharpening Maintenance - High Carbon German Stainless Steel with Pakkawood Handle - 9-inch Sharpening Rod with Case - Fiery Phoenix Series
Item Weight	12.16 ounces
Manufacturer	TUO Cutlery
Manufacturer Part Number	TUO-TC0708
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Number	TUO-TC0708
Number of Items	1
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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