Chef’sChoice CrissCross Sharpening Knife Sharpener

Last updated: December 23, 2022


This manual knife sharpener sharpens dull, damaged edges on high-end knives and budget buys alike. We found it useful that this knife sharpener has three guide slots for the different stages of sharpening, and the price point is reasonable for the quality.

We looked at the top Knife Sharpeners and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Knife Sharpener you should buy.

Product Details

Key Takeaway: Three different sharpening options at a reasonable price point.

In our analysis of 47 expert reviews, the Chef’sChoice CrissCross Sharpening Knife Sharpener placed 8th when we looked at the top 19 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

Chef’s Choice ProntoPro Diamond Hone Knife Sharpener #4643 is a perfect manual sharpener for those who own Asian and European/American style knives and want to quickly and easily apply a superior, shaving sharp edge! Sleek and highly-styled, it’s our fastest manual sharpener yet for applying 15 degree edges for Asian style knives and 20 degree edges for European/American style knives. Using precise angle guides, 100% diamond abrasive wheels and our acclaimed CrissCross sharpening technology, it provides a super sharp, durable, arch shaped edge with lots of “bite.” The secret is in the 100% diamond abrasive wheels which sharpen simultaneously “into” and “out-of” the edge for a superior burr-free edge that cuts effortlessly. Separate honing stage polishes the edge for flawless performance. The ProntoPro sharpens all quality knives including straight edge household and kitchen knives, Santoku, sports and pocket knives, as well as serrated knives. Engineered and assembled in the U.S.A.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

The ProntoPro 4643 easily took a top-quality Mac paring knife made of very hard forged Japanese steel from badly dulled to paper-slicing sharp.
100% diamond knife sharpener wheels
Reasonable price point, excellent results versus other manual knife sharpeners, three guide slots for different types of knives, easy to hold handle, fits in a drawer
Reasonable price point, excellent results versus other manual knife sharpeners, three guide slots for different types of knives, easy to hold handle, fits in a drawer
Reasonable price point, excellent results versus other manual knife sharpeners, three guide slots for different types of knives, easy to hold handle, fits in a drawer

What reviewers didn't like

The ProntoPro 4643 can’t sharpen serrated blades, because it sharpens both sides of a blade at the same time, whereas serrated knives need sharpening on only one edge.
Not for left-handed users
Questionable quality with expensive knives, not quite as versatile as some more expensive electric options
Questionable quality with expensive knives, not quite as versatile as some more expensive electric options
Questionable quality with expensive knives, not quite as versatile as some more expensive electric options
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