Sharp Knives à la Minute
Now you'll never have to worry about dull knives again. Sharpen them to professional sharpness in a matter of minutes. At home, in your own kitchen.
Morakniv 1891
The solid zinc housing is embossed with both brand logos as a lasting reminder of the collaboration. The handle, crafted from Swedish birch – the same wood used for classic Morakniv handles – features the iconic deep red colour. With over 150 years of combined experience in making and sharpening knives, Tormek and Morakniv are proud to present a machine that celebrates Swedish quality, craftsmanship, and timeless design tradition.
Carbon Black
The Carbon Black finish gives the Tormek T-1 a powerful and distinctive character. Its matte black surface fits perfectly in modern kitchens and pairs beautifully with other black appliances. The light solid oak handle creates an elegant contrast that enhances the overall impression. Carbon Black is also a popular choice for those who want to bring professional sharpening to their outdoor kitchen – ready for perfect cuts, even by the grill.
Ash Green
With its soft, nature-inspired tone and European ash handle, Ash Green brings harmony to the heart of the home. The subtle green shade evokes Nordic forests and a sense of calm, while the light ash wood adds warmth and natural character. Together, they create a machine that blends seamlessly into elegant kitchens, a sophisticated complement to modern interiors – where design and function meet in perfect balance.
Zinc Gray
The Zinc Gray colour option features a matte light grey finish that gives the machine a timeless expression. The discreet shade blends harmoniously into both modern and classic kitchens. The solid oak handle adds warmth and natural character, while highlighting Scandinavian aesthetics and contrasting beautifully with the subtly industrial design language.
Morakniv 1891
The solid zinc housing is embossed with both brand logos as a lasting reminder of the collaboration. The handle, crafted from Swedish birch – the same wood used for classic Morakniv handles – features the iconic deep red colour. With over 150 years of combined experience in making and sharpening knives, Tormek and Morakniv are proud to present a machine that celebrates Swedish quality, craftsmanship, and timeless design tradition.
Carbon Black
The Carbon Black finish gives the Tormek T-1 a powerful and distinctive character. Its matte black surface fits perfectly in modern kitchens and pairs beautifully with other black appliances. The light solid oak handle creates an elegant contrast that enhances the overall impression. Carbon Black is also a popular choice for those who want to bring professional sharpening to their outdoor kitchen – ready for perfect cuts, even by the grill.
Ash Green
With its soft, nature-inspired tone and European ash handle, Ash Green brings harmony to the heart of the home. The subtle green shade evokes Nordic forests and a sense of calm, while the light ash wood adds warmth and natural character. Together, they create a machine that blends seamlessly into elegant kitchens, a sophisticated complement to modern interiors – where design and function meet in perfect balance.
Zinc Gray
The Zinc Gray colour option features a matte light grey finish that gives the machine a timeless expression. The discreet shade blends harmoniously into both modern and classic kitchens. The solid oak handle adds warmth and natural character, while highlighting Scandinavian aesthetics and contrasting beautifully with the subtly industrial design language.
Innovation at its Finest
Over 50 years of experience in sharpness, now made available for home chefs.
Compostite Honing Wheel
Composite honing wheel with integrated polishing agent for razor sharpness.
Meule diamant
Fine-grained diamond grinding wheel for professional results.
Patented guide.
Precise setting of the sharpening angle with the patented guide.
Perfect Edge in Three Simple Steps
With the Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener you sharpen the entire bevel of your knife creating a new apex. The low RPM and precise angle setting ensures minimal steel removal and eliminates risk of overheating your edge. Professional sharpness at home!
1. Set preferred edge angle
17° is a good angle to start with if you are unsure of what angle to choose. A small angle will cut more easily, while a large angle will give a stronger edge.
2. Sharpen on both sides
Insert the knife into the guide. Follow the edge profile and apply gentle pressure, as if you were slicing a tomato.
3. Hone to final finish
Deburr and polish the knife on the honing wheel to achieve a razor-sharp edge. Also for maintaining your knives between sharpenings.
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The first real knife sharpener for the home cook.
The Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener in Ash Green is more than just a kitchen tool – it’s a design icon in your kitchen. The soft, muted green shade is carefully selected to harmonize with the natural ash wood handle. Together, they create a sleek and cohesive look that makes you want to keep the sharpener out on your kitchen counter – always ready, always stylish.
FAQ
Which knives can be sharpened with the Tormek T-1?
The Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener can sharpen most types of kitchen knives. The patented guide can handle knives with blades 0.5–2.4 inches (12–60 millimeters) high and up to 0.2 inches (5 millimeters) thick, with unlimited length. Taller knives, like cleavers, can be sharpened by removing the plastic clamp.
The diamond grinding wheels sharpens all types of steel to professional sharpness and can also sharpen ceramic knives.
How does the Tormek T-1 work?
The Tormek T-1 is a knife sharpening machine for home use that uses a fine-grained diamond grinding wheel to sharpen the knife's grinding bevel. The grinding angle can be adjusted between 8 and 22 degrees per side of the knife to suit different types of knives.
After sharpening, a composite grinding wheel is used to hone and polish the edge to razor sharpness.
The Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener is the first real knife sharpener for the home chef. Read here, why.
How should I maintain the Tormek T-1?
The Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener is maintenance free. After use, the machine should be wiped down, including the built-in magnet that collects sharpening dust. We recommend registering the machine online to obtain the full 8 year warranty.
Where is the Tormek T-1 made?
The Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener are manufactured in Lindesberg, a small town in Bergslagen. We are very proud to say that all Tormek sharpening machines are made in Sweden!