- Material: Metal-Steel
- Brand: Chef’sChoice
- Color: Metallic
- Product Dimensions: 12″L x 6.25″W x 6″H
- Item Weight: 5 Pounds
- Grit Type: Fine
- Combines the strength and durability of the Trizor edge with the flawless, ultra-sharp 15-degree XV technology. Time Required to Sharpen: Approximately 1 minute for first time sharpening and resharpening approximately 10 seconds
- Ideal for converting traditional 20-degree factory edges of household knives into high performance Trizor XV edges
- Advanced, patented flexible spring guides for accurate control of the sharpening angle, 3-Stage EdgeSelect system for optimum versatility in providing the perfect edge for each cutting task
- Diamonds and advanced stropping stage for sharpening both straight edge and serrated blades
- Easily apply the astonishingly sharp Trizor XV Edge for ultimate sharpness and effortless cutting
- Sharpener for American-, European-, and Asian-style knives, including straight edge and serrated
- Converts 20-degree factory edge into high-performance Trizor 15-degree edge
- Three stages include diamond abrasives and flexible, abrasive stropping disks
- Flexible spring guides automatically adjust for the proper angle; simple on/off switch
- Measures approximately 10 L x 4.25 W x 4.25 H inches, 3-year limited warranty
- Fabric Type: Stainless Steel
























Mike Landis –
I’m more of a tool guy than a chef, which may explain my lack of appreciation for the third, stropping stage. In my use, the first stage is for quickly reshaping (e.g. converting a 20° blade to 15°) or refurbishing an abused edge; the second stage is for edge refinement; and the third stage is generally reserved for serrated blades (essentially ignored for straight-edge blades). I like the tiny serrations produced by the second stage, the only time I’d consider using the stropping stage on a straight blade would be to minimize micro-abrasions if I actually planned to shave with it (which for me is never). I also have a Ken Onion sharpener, where I can follow stage two on the Trizor XV with 220 | 1000 grit belts, netting a differentiable convex edge vs the Trizor’s comparatively crude compound bevel. The Ken Onion motor doesn’t get as hot as the Trizor and I prefer the convex edge, but it does spray metal grit on your work surface and it does take thirty seconds or so to change belts where the Trizor catches the vast majority of grind material and has two levels of finish instantly available without changing a belt. Bottom line… I rely on the Trizor for serrated blades and certainly initial refurbishment of damaged straight edges, but I rely on the messier Ken Onion to maintain a convex contour on straight-edge knives in regular use, despite the material littered on the work surface.
taislid1 –
I researched a number of sharpeners and sharpening systems before purchasing the trizor. Although, it’s not the most expensive OR least expensive sharpener, I felt it offered the best value for the money. Value to me means a combination of cost, speed, accuracy, ease of use, and durability.Comparing it to other systems, it is faster than all the manual systems. There may be other sharpeners that are as fast, but all of those are powered. Time is money people! Accuracy is a quantification of edge quality. And as well as the naked eye can see, the results are superb! Ease of use couldn’t be better. This sharpener is as user friendly as any power tool I’ve used. Even a caveman can do it! Durability remains to be seen as I’ve only had this thing for a couple days. But I’ve sharpened my knives, my fathers knives, and a friends knives. About 25 in total. I’ve recently contemplated making a cardboard sign and begging on street corners for dull knives. This thing is addicting, people!Who should buy this thing? Anyone with 135 bucks and dull knives. If you have nice quality cutlery, enjoy cooking, and have at least 140 dollars in your checking account, buy this sharpener and six pack of beer so you can sit back and admire your super sharp knives. Actually, it even works quite well on crappy cutlery. I’m talking to you 5 dollar Martha Stewart paring knife!Who shouldn’t buy the trizor? All you folks with so much money you can throw away your knives when they get dull. Or anyone not smarter than a cave man. If you are a natural klutz and pose a serious risk to yourself with a sharp knife, this may not be the product for you unless your brother in law is a trauma physician and you have his cellphone number.I used this machine to sharpen several knives with relatively small nicks in them. It took a good number of passes to grind them out. Those manual sharpener advocates that say these machines remove too much material too quickly and will ruin your knives most likely are either investors in manual sharpeners, professional sharpeners who don’t want to lose your business, or hipsters with degrees in the arts with lots of free time between job interviews.Is this the perfect sharpening system? Will it give you the finest edge possible? Can it solve world hunger? Probably not. But, can it put an edge on your knives that meets or exceeds the factory edge? Absolutely! Can it do it quickly? Without a doubt! Will it ruin your knives with one slight bobble? No way Jose!Buy it. Use it. Enjoy sharp knives. Spend the rest of your free time begging for dull knives on the street like me!
Dr. M. Helfand –
UPDATE, 20 months later: I am still thrilled with the Trizor. I haven’t had to resharpen my Henkel. Every so often I run it through the polishing guides and it is perfect again. I have resharpened my pocket knife once, but given the abuse I put it through it’s no surprise. My friend is a Japanese chef and I showed him my Henkel. He sharpened his knives and loved it. (Not his sushi knife) After almost 2 years, I still highly recommend the Trizor.I purchased this sharpener after many months if research. I had a 15 year old Chefs Choice 120 that had seen better days. I know Chefs Choice will refurbish it for $40, but with shipping both ways, insurance and accumulated points, it wasn’t worth it. I’m glad I did. My everyday knifes are a 20 y/o Henkel Santoku and a 13 y/o Kyocera Ceramic Chef. I like my knives extremely sharp. I test for sharpness by pushing the knife through cash register receipts, not slicing but pushing. I was happy with the 20° edge but want to try the 15°. I like the 15° better. I can’t say that one is sharper than the other, but the 15° seems to have less drag. I was concerned about loosing a lot of metal in the conversion, but it wasn’t an issue. I used a cheaper knife first to get used to the new machine and see how it worked. The guides on this machine are better than the 120. There is less room for play which I like. I sharpened my Santoku and my 3 inch pocket knife with equal ease. I can’t say which edge lasts longer, but I’ll try to remember to update this review in a few months. I tried to post a video demonstrating the sharpness of my Henkel after the Trizor.
TDoratio –
At first I was hesitant to purchase the knife sharpener, because of the price, but like they say, you get what you pay for! My wife is so happy with me, since she finally has sharp knives again. In the past, I purchased many hand held knife sharpeners, but I could never get a really sharp edge. Chef’sChoice is the real deal!
Donna Cook –
I have had a few of those. They last 4 years or so. However if your not careful they will introduce you to a nurse at the ER. Amazingly sharp knifes . . .
roger edwards –
this is the second best kitchen utensile the first is my 8 inch chefs knife
CATAHA –
It’s O.K. NOT the best
Big K –
I like all aspects of this product: quick and easy to use, quality motor and discs, consistent knife edge sharpening angle. It saves so much time and allows me to always have nice, sharp knives on hand. A worthy investment.