Smith s Diamond Retractable Sharpener features an unbreakable diamond-coated steel rod which is specially designed to sharpen all types of knives including serrated blades. Multiple layers of medium grit monocrystalline diamonds make sharpening quick and easy while still giving you that razor-sharp edge on your knives tools or hooks. The rod is reversible and can be adjusted to variable lengths. It has a sharpening groove for hooks and a shirt pocket slip for easy storage. The unit is light compact and durable.