Is this a honing rod, or a sharpening rod? Do these need replacing? : r/ sharpening

Is this a honing rod, or a sharpening rod? Do these need replacing? : r/ sharpening

This honing rod polishes your knives smooth. It features a medium surface of approximately 2000 grit. The black ceramic is a new ceramic that is much durable than traditional white ceramic. The surface will realign edges quickly and work better on Japanese cutlery which tend to be harder. These rods are meant to hone a knives edge. Use it regularly at home to maintain a fine edge. Does not replace sharpening. Size: 8-1/2-Inch.

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Revive your dull old or neglected knives using the 10 Ceramic Sharpener from WÜSTHOF. Featuring a synthetic black handle and blue ceramic surface, this sharpener is best for occasionaluse with dull to moderately sharp knives, as the ceramic surface removes tiny bits of metal with each use. For daily or weekly edge maintenance, WÜSTHOF recommends using a WÜSTHOF Honing Steel.

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