SMITH´S 6IN TRHREE STONESHARPENING SYSTEM

Smith’s TRI-6 is a system with three 15.24 cm sharpening stones for thorough knife sharpening and edge finishing. The rotating base features 300 and 800 grit synthetic stones and a 1000 grit natural Arkansas stone, allowing you to progress from coarse sharpening to fine finishing.

Suitable for use

• Sharpening kitchen knives

• Maintaining hunting and outdoor knives

• Restoring the edge of pocket knives

• Sharpening fishing and fillet knives

• For blades with a straight cutting edge

• Restoring moderately damaged blades

• For regular edge maintenance

• Sharpening selected straight-edged hand tools

• For users who want more precise control over the sharpening process

• For the home kitchen, workshop, or hunting gear maintenance area

Why choose the Smith’s TRI-6 sharpening system?

• Three stones of different grits in one system

• 300 grit coarse synthetic sharpening stone

• 800 grit medium synthetic sharpening stone

• 1000 grit fine natural Arkansas stone

• All stones are 15.24 cm long

• Conveniently rotatable triangular stone holder

• Clearly distinguishable sharpening surfaces

• Angle guide for easier sharpening angle maintenance

• Base with non-slip rubber feet

• V-shaped channel for collecting excess honing solution

• Includes Premium Honing Solution sharpening fluid

• Suitable for the entire sharpening process from blade restoration to finishing

Technical specifications

• Product type: manual sharpening system with three stones

• Number of sharpening stones: 3

• Coarse stone: 300 grit synthetic stone

• Medium stone: 800 grit synthetic stone

• Fine stone: 1000 grit natural Arkansas stone

• Single stone dimensions: 15.24 × 4.1 × 1 cm

• Stone length in inches: 6″

• Stone holder: rotatable molded plastic triangle

• Base: molded plastic

• Base feet: non-slip rubber

• Collection channel: V-shaped honing solution channel

• Sharpening angle guide: included

• Sharpening fluid: Smith’s Premium Honing Solution

• Suitable blades: primarily straight-edged knives and tools

Included in the set

• 300 grit coarse synthetic sharpening stone

• 800 grit medium synthetic sharpening stone

• 1000 grit fine Arkansas sharpening stone

• Rotatable triangular stone holder

• Base with non-slip rubber feet

• Sharpening angle guide

• Smith’s Premium Honing Solution sharpening fluid

Frequently Asked Questions

In what order should the sharpening stones be used?

For very dull or damaged blades, start with the 300 grit stone, continue with the 800 grit surface, and finish with the 1000 grit Arkansas stone. For slightly dull knives, you can skip the coarse stone and start with the 800 or 1000 grit surface.

Should the included fluid be used during sharpening?

Yes. The honing solution helps prevent removed metal particles from clogging the stone’s pores and makes sharpening smoother. The Arkansas stone should not be used dry. Use only a small amount of appropriate honing solution and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Is the system suitable for sharpening serrated knives?

Flat sharpening stones are primarily intended for straight cutting edges. For the individual recesses of a serrated blade, a more precise choice is a tapered or round-profile diamond rod.

What is the sharpening angle guide used for?

The guide helps keep the blade at a more consistent angle relative to the stone. This is especially useful when learning to sharpen, but before use, check whether the guide’s angle matches the factory geometry of your specific knife.

When is Smith’s TRI-6 the right choice?

This system is ideal for users who want to complete the entire sharpening process at home with one stable tool. The three different sharpening surfaces allow you to restore a dulled edge, remove coarse stone marks, and perform fine finishing.

For quick knife maintenance outdoors, a compact pocket sharpener is more convenient. For fast processing of very hard steel, a diamond stone may be more suitable, and for deeply serrated blades, use a sharpening rod that matches the blade’s profile.

Expert tip

Before starting sharpening, determine how much the edge actually needs to be restored. The 300 grit stone removes metal quickly and should be used only for very dull, slightly damaged, or reshaping blades. For regular maintenance, the 800 grit stone and 1000 grit Arkansas finishing stone are often sufficient.

Apply a small amount of the included honing solution to the stone and keep the blade at as consistent an angle as possible throughout the movement. Move the knife in a controlled manner across the entire stone to avoid uneven wear in one area. Alternate blade sides regularly and reduce pressure as you move to a finer stone.

After use, remove metal particles and excess fluid from the base. Do not let dirt accumulate in the V-channel or around the stones for a long time. If the sharpening surface becomes uneven, it should be re-leveled with a suitable flattening tool.

Three sharpening stages on one stable base

Smith’s TRI-6 conveniently combines 300, 800, and 1000 grit sharpening surfaces in a rotatable system. The sharpening angle guide, non-slip base, and included honing solution make this a comprehensive solution for both basic knife sharpening and edge finishing.