The Victorinox 49012 Hand Held Knife Sharpener fits snugly in your hand, is lightweight and compact, and makes sharpening your blades on the fly quick and easy. Equipped with a heavy duty finger guard, and measuring only 5 1/2 inches long, this knife sharpener is a perfect piece for any busy kitchen. Just run the edge of your parer, carver, slicer or cleaver through the end of the sharpener and in a few quick strokes the blade will be good as new!