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Clearance: Chef's Choice 316 Asian Knife Sharpener
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Clearance: Chef's Choice 316 Asian Knife Sharpener

This is an R1 clearance item. Please check the table below to see how we rate our clearance items. 

Note: The product images on this page are of a new item, with the exception of any images marked “Clearance item”.

The Chef's Choice® 316 Asian Sharpener puts a factory sharp, precision edge on all contemporary Asian style knives, Chinese style cleavers and the thinner, traditional single-bevel style Japanese blades. Incorporating 100% diamond abrasives in both Stage 1 and 2, the Model 316 hones and polishes each side of the knife blade separately at 15 degrees. This feature allows the user flexibility, guaranteeing the sharpest possible edge on all contemporary double-bevel Asian-style blades as well as traditional Japanese single bevel knives. High precision elastomeric angle guides eliminate guesswork. UL and ETL certified. Assembled in the U.S.A.

Cook's Illustrated recommends the Chef's Choice Model 316 sharpener saying the result of using this sharpener is comparable to a blade with a factory-sharpened edge and it will remove nicks in a blade.

SHARPNESS PLUS STRENGTH: THE CHEF'S CHOICE KNIFE SHARPENER DIFFERENCE 

Three key features make the Chef's Choice sharpener the World's Best diamond electric knife sharpener.

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  1. Chef's Choice knife sharpeners feature diamond-impregnated cutting surfaces. Diamond cuts fast and smooth, is incredibly durable, and because it runs cool, it doesn't draw the temper from knife edges. 
  2. All Chef's Choice knife sharpener models incorporate patented guide systems. Other machines may fail to sharpen properly and can even damage your knives. The Chef's Choice knife sharpener guides produce great results every time. 
  3. Most important of all is the multi-stage bevel. Conventional hollow grinding, seen in figure A, creates a weak edge that flexes (figure B) and is subject to cracking and breaking. Chef's Choice knife sharpeners create super-honed edges that are much stronger than the hollow grind because the edge has far greater support. With the Chef's Choice knife sharpener, your fine cutlery is sharpened for peak performance, and at the same time it's protected against needless damage.

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Descriptions of Ratings for Clearance Store Items

Rating

Description
(Expanded descriptions in next table)

Minimum Discount

Mechanically Perfect

Standard Return  Policy

Full
Warranty

R1

Returned. Non-working surfaces have new or nearly new appearance. Working surfaces may have slight wear marks. Very close scrutiny is required to tell that the item isn’t brand new. Packaging may not be perfect.

10%

Yes

Yes

Yes

R2

Returned, nearly-new appearance. Slight to moderate flaws on non-working surfaces, such as a mixer cabinet or lid.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Yes

FR

Factory refurbished. Mostly returned items which have been brought fully up to new-equipment performance specs at the factory.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

No

D

Demonstration items have been operated briefly at Pleasant Hill Grain.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Yes

SDB

From new stock; has moderate damage such as a scratch, dent, or paint blemish.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Yes

NOS

New old-stock. A brand new item that isn't the newest model.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Varies by Item

Additional notes: 

  1. The ratings are for cosmetic condition only. All Clearance Store merchandise is guaranteed to function perfectly. 
  2. Items are offered under normal terms of sale: Please review policies before ordering. 
  3. Some clearance items ship in plain (but carefully boxed) packaging, rather than the manufacturer’s original carton. 
  4. Important: All clearance items may have been exposed to various allergenic foods. 

Bottom Line: If you’re a highly detail-oriented person, we recommend sticking to “R1.” But after a week’s use, the only real difference between one of these items and a brand new one will be the money you saved.

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Specs

UPC/EAN Number
087877013166
Color
Black
Width
8.5
Depth
4
Height
4
Weight (lbs.)
3.8
Housing Material
ABS
Volts AC
120
Amps
2.1
Cord Length
43"
Origin
USA
Warranty Length
2 years
Country of Manufacture
United States

Shipping

We stock this product in our Nebraska warehouse. Most of our shipments are by FedEx Ground or Home Delivery and you should receive your order in five business days or less from ship-out. Click here for more information about shipping.

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Overall Rating:

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4 reviews

Excellent product!
By Lisa M. in MI on 3/17/2016 Verified Buyer

I've sharpened 4 knives so far: one chef's, one garden knife & 2 paring knives. The paring knives were a little difficult due to their short blades. Longer blades are easier to guide through the sharpener. All blades were very sharp when I finished with them.

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Very Pleased!
By M K. in MO on 12/28/2020 Verified Buyer

I'm so pleased with Chefs Choice 316 Asian Knife Sharpner. I wasn't sure if I had Asian or European knives but with this sharpener you can realign your European knives to Asian. I took my knives to the butcher to have sharpened and they came back duller than before. I used my knife sharpener and now I can actually cut and chop as usually. So glad I pulled the trigger and bought this brand. America's Test Kitchen recommended!

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I love love it. Works so well.
By Milagros R. in NY on 11/19/2020 Verified Buyer

I love love it. Works so well.

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Economy model
By michael q. in OH on 9/24/2020 Verified Buyer

I wanted the Trizor Model 15 but it was out of stock. This was the economy model reviewed on America's Test Kitchen. If you can wait, I would get the better model. This Japanese knief sharpener did an good job with my good German/Japanese knives but was difficult with pairing knives.

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