Smith’s DRET Folding Diamond Sharpener

1. Loosen the metal screw cap, pull the diamond rod out to the desired length, and then securely retighten the metal screw cap so that the rod will not move.
2. No lubricant is required.
3. Store the rod in the handle with the tapered end facing down when you are finished sharpening.
4. Clean the rod after each use with a dry cloth or a dry, soft toothbrush.

Flat Edges:

1. You can use either the tapered round rod or the half-round rod to sharpen your flat-edged knives, but we recommend using the half-round rod for best results.
2. Always hold the handle with the rod facing down. Place the heel of the blade on the diamond rod closest to the screw cap.
3. Hold the blade at the angle recommended by the manufacturer.
4. While applying pressure, push the knife away from you toward the end of the rod. Draw the knife down so that the tip of the blade comes off the end of the rod.
5. For the other side of the blade, repeat the steps above.

Serrated Edges:

1. Use the specially designed tapered round rod for serrated edges.
2. Sharpen only the side of the knife edge with the serrations.
3. Hold the rod at the angle recommended by the manufacturer and move it back and forth through each serration until sharp.

Hooks:

Place the hook in the groove and move it back and forth until sharp.