Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

The market for compact knife sharpeners is crowded, but Work Sharp once again manages to stand out with the Folding Field Sharpener. This clever, foldable sharpener is designed for anyone who wants to keep their tools sharp on the go, without any hassle. Compact, lightweight and surprisingly versatile.

With the Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener you always have a reliable knife sharpener within reach, wherever you are. This compact and lightweight sharpener is specifically designed for use on the go, from outdoor adventures and camping trips to everyday use. Like the popular Guided Field Sharpener, the Folding Field Sharpener features sharpening stones and practical angle guides, but in a more compact, foldable design.

The Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener on a white background

An unfolded Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener on a white background

Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener: sharpening stones, grit and sharpening angles

The 400-grit diamond plate with fixed 20° sharpening angles ensures fast and consistent edge repair, even when your knife is really in rough shape. For the finishing touch, use the fine ceramic sharpening plate with 25° honing guides. Ideal for bringing your knife back to a clean, sharp edge, without the need for water or oil.

What makes this sharpener extra convenient is its versatility. Not just knives, but also scissors, pruning shears, fish hooks and broadheads can be sharpened with ease. And as a nice bonus, the ceramic rod works surprisingly well as a nail file. Handy on the go, for example if you break a nail during an adventure or simply like to keep everything neat.

Why does the Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener have different sharpening angles?

At first glance, these different sharpening angles might seem a bit strange. We thought the same, but there is a logical explanation. The 20° angle on the diamond plate is designed for sharpening and restoring the entire edge. This allows you to efficiently recreate a solid cutting edge. The ceramic side, with a 25° angle, is intended for honing and finishing the edge. This slightly higher angle mainly contacts the very edge of the blade, resulting in fast and effective sharpening exactly where it matters most.

Someone taking a Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener out of a blue backpack

Someone taking a Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener from their garden tool belt

Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener: foldable and compact

Thanks to its foldable design and integrated pocket clip, you can easily carry the Folding Field Sharpener in your pocket or backpack. Sturdy, safe and always ready to use. The sharpening surfaces are durable and designed for years of use. Only the pocket clip is replaceable; the diamond and ceramic plates are permanently mounted. In short, a no-nonsense, reliable sharpener for anyone who wants to keep their tools sharp, wherever they are.