Description

Chef’sChoice Diamond Hone Hybrid Knife Sharpener M270 (3-Stage, 20°)

The Chef’sChoice Diamond Hone Hybrid Model M270 is a powerful 3-stage hybrid knife sharpener that combines electric sharpening with a manual polishing/honing stage. Built for 20° class knives, it uses Chef’sChoice CrissCross® technology and 100% diamond abrasives to create a razor-sharp, burr-free edge with excellent “bite” for real-world cutting tasks. It sharpens both straight-edge and serrated knives and is engineered and assembled in the USA.

Aim of the Product

This sharpener is designed to quickly restore and maintain sharp, durable edges on everyday kitchen and utility knives. By combining fast electric shaping and refining with a controlled manual finishing stage, it helps users achieve consistent results without guesswork.

Audience

• Home cooks who want fast, repeatable sharpening
• Enthusiasts who maintain pocket and light sporting knives
• Households using 20° European/American style kitchen knives
• Users who want a sharp edge with strong cutting “bite”

Product Use

• Stage 1 (Electric): Shapes and sharpens the edge using diamond abrasive disks
• Stage 2 (Electric): Hones the edge using finer diamond abrasives
• Stage 3 (Manual): Polishes and refines the edge using ultra-fine diamond abrasive wheels; also sharpens serrations
• Always clean knives before sharpening (remove food, fat and residues)
• Use alternating left/right slots in Stages 1 and 2 for even sharpening

Key Features

• 3-stage hybrid design: electric sharpening + manual finishing
• For 20° class knives (Euro/American style)
• CrissCross® sharpening technology for a very sharp edge with “bite”
• 100% diamond abrasives in Stages 1 and 2 for fast sharpening
• Ultra-fine diamond abrasive wheels in Stage 3 for a polished, razor-sharp edge
• Creates an arch-shaped, stronger, more durable edge geometry
• Durable brushed stainless-steel knife guides with precision angle control
• Sharpens straight-edge and serrated knives
• Does not overheat or detemper quality knife blades
• 3-year limited warranty

Compatibility

• Recommended: Conventional metal Euro/American kitchen knives (20°), many Santoku-style double-bevel knives
• Serrated knives: Sharpen in Stage 3
• Not recommended: Ceramic knives
• Do not use for: Scissors
• Note: Single-sided (single-bevel) Asian knives (e.g., sashimi style) should not be sharpened on this type of system

Specifications & Technical Details

• Model: M270
• Sharpening Stages: 3 (Stages 1–2 electric, Stage 3 manual)
• Knife Angle Class: 20° (per side primary edge)
• Abrasives: Diamond abrasives (Stages 1–2), ultra-fine diamond abrasive wheels (Stage 3)
• Knife Types: Straight-edge and serrated
• Assembly: Engineered and assembled in the USA
• Warranty: Chef’sChoice 3-Year Limited Warranty

Care & Maintenance

• Wipe exterior with a soft damp cloth
• Periodically shake out metal dust by inverting the sharpener and lightly tapping it onto paper
• No oils or lubricants are required

Regulations & Standards

• Conforms to UL Std. 982
• Certified to CAN/CSA Std. E60335-1/4E

Downloads

• User Manual (PDF)

Glossary

• CrissCross®: Sharpening method where diamond wheels sharpen into and out of the edge to help reduce burrs and improve “bite”
• Diamond Hone®: Diamond abrasive sharpening system designed for fast, consistent sharpening
• 20° class knives: Common European/American knife edge geometry used in many kitchen knives
• Serrated edge: A blade with tooth-like scallops that cuts aggressively; typically finished in the dedicated stage designed for serrations

Manufacturer Information

EdgeCraft Corporation
825 Southwood Road
Avondale, PA 19311, USA
Customer Service: +1 610 268 0500

Importer (EU)

UAB Arte Domestica
Verkių g. 25C
LT-08223 Vilnius, Lithuania
Tel.: +370 5 2058883
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