NKC Knives & Gear

Built for everyday work, quick maintenance, and clean setups.

The NKC Desktop Mat is designed for tight workspaces without sacrificing function. At 12" x 27", it gives you the perfect footprint for cleaning, tuning, and touch-ups while keeping your gear and workspace protected.

Finished in NKC’s signature green with a bold fingerprint pattern, this mat brings a clean, controlled look to your setup while still being built for real use. It’s not just a surface, it’s part of the workspace. Durable, low-profile, and easy to move when you need it.

Features:
12" x 27" padded work surface for everyday maintenance
Detailed schematic design for quick reference
Non-slip rubber base keeps the mat in place
1/8" vulcanized rubber with soft polyester top
Oil and solvent resistant
Dye sublimation print won’t fade or wear off
Rolls up easily for storage or transport
Made and Printed in USA

Use & Care:
Storage - Roll with the graphic side facing inward.
Store in a drawer, range bag, or workbench.
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

Cleaning - Hand wash with warm water and mild soap.
Gently scrub by hand, rinse thoroughly, and air dry.
Do not machine wash or use harsh chemicals.

Built for full setups, complete breakdowns, and serious work.

At 18" x 26", the NKC Bench Mat gives you the space to spread out, organize components, and handle full maintenance sessions without compromise. Whether you're tearing down a knife, running a sharpening setup, or working through a full clean, this is the surface that holds it all together.

This isn’t just a mat. It’s your workspace when the job gets real.

Features:
18" x 26" large padded work surface for full maintenance sessions
NKC blackout design with repeating pattern
Co-branded Cerus Gear construction
Non-slip textured rubber base keeps everything in place
1/8" vulcanized rubber with soft polyester top
Oil and solvent resistant
Dye sublimation print won’t fade, peel, or wear off
Protects your gear and your work surface
Rolls up for easy storage or transport
Made and Printed in USA

Use & Care:
Storage - Roll with the graphic side facing inward.
Store in a drawer, range bag, or workbench.
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

Cleaning - Hand wash with warm water and mild soap.
Gently scrub by hand, rinse thoroughly, and air dry.
Do not machine wash or use harsh chemicals.

The Hybrid Precision Pack:
• 1× Neeve Knife Co. Stone Container
• 6× Hybrid Diamond Stones: 160, 285, 550, 1,100, 3,000, and 5,000 Grit

Add a Hybrid Diamond 80 or 10,000 Grit stone to complete the set here

The Hybrid Diamond Sharpening Stone is engineered for those who demand the best edge possible. Built with advanced Hybrid Bond Technology, it blends diamond abrasives with a proprietary mix of resins and non-ferrous metals. Delivering fast, consistent cutting action across every steel type, from carbon to high-alloy stainless. The stones are finished with our exclusive NKC Burnt Steel color backing, these stones feature a rugged, heat-worn tone that reflects the durability and performance they’re built to deliver.

Designed for both professionals and dedicated enthusiasts, this stone achieves exceptional precision and a refined finish while maintaining remarkable wear resistance. Its unique bonding creates fine micro-serrations that enhance cutting performance and edge retention, reducing the need for frequent dressing or replacement. Built to last and designed for results, the Hybrid Diamond Stone is the foundation of a truly professional sharpening setup.

Key Features and Benefits
Exceptional Cutting Efficiency:
• Effective on both soft and hard steels, including high-HRC powder steels.
• Delivers aggressive cutting action while maintaining high precision and control.
Hybrid Bond Technology:
• Forms micro-serrations on the edge for superior sharpness.
• High resistance to wear reduces the frequency of dressing.
• Ensures consistent sharpening performance throughout the stone’s lifespan.
Durability and Longevity:
• Lasts 2-4 times longer than phenolic stones.
• Comparable in durability to copper-based sharpening stones.
Outstanding Sharpening Results:
• Creates a cleaner, more refined surface during initial sharpening stages.
• Works effectively in dry conditions or with lubricants like oils or emulsions.
Easy to Maintain and Clean:
• Simple cleaning with oil or damp wipes.
• Can be dressed easily to restore cutting performance.
Stone Size:
• 1" by 6" by 9/32″

Machined for stability and consistency, the Aluminum & Leather Strop is built for users who want absolute control during final edge refinement. The handle is CNC-machined from 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum, giving it a substantial, premium feel in hand and exceptional flatness across the stropping surface. The added weight helps the strop stay planted, allowing for steady, repeatable passes without flex or chatter.

The stropping surface uses vegetable-tanned cowhide leather, bonded with industrial-grade adhesive for long-term durability. It’s sized for real sharpening workflows, and is optimized for diamond emulsion compounds, like Stroppy Stuff. When the leather eventually wears, it can be cleanly peeled off and replaced, extending the life of the strop indefinitely.

Thoughtful handle geometry keeps your fingers safely away from the blade edge while stropping, making this a reliable choice for both experienced sharpeners and those refining their technique. Built to last, built to perform, and built to stay flat.

Check out Jerad's video, How to Strop Like a Pro here

Cleaning & Maintenance

If you plan to switch compounds or if the strop becomes contaminated, cleaning is recommended to maintain consistent performance.

Start by wiping the leather surface with a paper towel to remove excess compound. For deeper cleaning, a white vinyl eraser can be used to lift most remaining compound and is safe for the leather.

If additional cleaning is needed, 70% isopropyl alcohol may be used sparingly. Lightly spray the alcohol onto a towel and gently wipe the leather surface.

Do not soak the strop. Allow the leather to fully air dry before applying a new compound.
Do not soak the strop in water.
Do not use harsh solvents such as acetone, brake cleaner, or lacquer thinner, as these will damage the leather and adhesive.

Proper care will extend the life of the leather and ensure reliable stropping results over time.

Size:
Length: 7.8"
Width: 1.9"
Weight: 18.2 oz

The Hybrid Bond Diamond Sharpening Stone is built for those who demand precision, consistency, and long-term performance. Featuring true diamond abrasive set in an advanced hybrid bond, this stone delivers fast, controlled cutting with a refined scratch pattern across a wide range of steels.

The hybrid bond is a carefully engineered blend of resins and metallic components, designed to strike the ideal balance between cutting performance and durability. It behaves closer to a softer bond for improved polishing and feedback while maintaining higher wear resistance than traditional resin-bond stones. The result is a stone that cuts efficiently, finishes cleanly, and holds up over time.

Diamond abrasives provide aggressive material removal and deep cutting ability, making this stone highly effective for everything from reprofiling to refining edges.

The larger 3" x 8" format offers increased surface area for improved stability, smoother stroke consistency, and greater efficiency, making it ideal for freehand sharpening and larger blades.

Each stone is mounted to a newly designed 3D-printed, high-strength plastic base. The updated base provides dependable support and rigidity while reducing the overall weight by approximately 50%, making the stone easier to handle, transport, and store without sacrificing stability during sharpening.

Whether you're working on everyday users or high-HRC powder steels, this stone delivers consistent, reliable performance.

Want to see how these stones perform in real use?
Check out Jerad’s full breakdown and demonstration to see the cutting speed, scratch pattern, and real-world results here

Key Features and Benefits:

True Diamond Abrasive:
• Uses diamond abrasive for aggressive, consistent cutting
• Excellent for a wide range of steels, including high-alloy and high-HRC blades
• Delivers deep, efficient material removal

Hybrid Bond Construction:
• Advanced hybrid bond blends polishing ability with increased durability
• Provides smoother scratch patterns compared to harder metal bonds
• Offers improved wear resistance over traditional resin-bond stones

Balanced Cutting & Finishing:
• Cuts fast while maintaining a controlled, refined edge finish
• Produces consistent scratch patterns for predictable progression
• Ideal for both shaping and edge refinement stages

Lightweight High-Strength Base:
• Mounted to a durable 3D-printed, high-strength plastic base
• Approximately half the weight of the previous base design
• Easier to handle, transport, and store
• Maintains dependable rigidity and stability during sharpening

Durability and Longevity
• Higher wear resistance than soft resin-bond stones
• Maintains performance over extended use with minimal maintenance
• Designed for long-term reliability in professional and enthusiast setups

Versatile Use:
• Effective across carbon steels, stainless steels, and powder steels
• Can be used dry or with light lubrication (oil or emulsion)

Easy Maintenance:
• Simple cleaning with oil, water, or a damp wipe
• Can be conditioned if needed to restore optimal cutting performance
• Size: 3" x 8" x 45/64"

The Hybrid Bond Diamond Sharpening Stone is built for those who demand precision, consistency, and long-term performance. Featuring true diamond abrasive set in an advanced hybrid bond, this stone delivers fast, controlled cutting with a refined scratch pattern across a wide range of steels. Finished with our exclusive NKC Burnt Steel color backing, these stones feature a rugged, heat-worn tone that reflects the durability and performance they’re built to deliver.

The hybrid bond is a carefully engineered blend of resins and metallic components, designed to strike the perfect balance between cutting performance and durability. It behaves closer to a softer bond for improved polishing and feedback, while maintaining higher wear resistance than traditional resin-bond stones. The result is a stone that cuts efficiently, finishes clean, and holds up over time.

Diamond abrasives provide aggressive material removal and deep cutting ability, making this stone highly effective for everything from reprofiling to refining edges. Whether you're working on everyday users or high-HRC powder steels, this stone delivers consistent, reliable performance.

Key Features and Benefits:

True Diamond Abrasive:
• Uses diamond abrasive for aggressive, consistent cutting
• Excellent for a wide range of steels, including high-alloy and high-HRC blades
• Delivers deep, efficient material removal

Hybrid Bond Construction:
• Advanced hybrid bond blends polishing ability with increased durability
• Provides smoother scratch patterns compared to harder metal bonds
• Offers improved wear resistance over traditional resin-bond stones

Balanced Cutting & Finishing:
• Cuts fast while maintaining a controlled, refined edge finish
• Produces consistent scratch patterns for predictable progression
• Ideal for both shaping and edge refinement stages

Durability and Longevity:
• Higher wear resistance than soft resin-bond stones
• Maintains performance over extended use with minimal maintenance
• Designed for long-term reliability in professional and enthusiast setups

Versatile Use:
• Effective across carbon steels, stainless steels, and powder steels
• Can be used dry or with light lubrication (oil or emulsion)

Easy Maintenance:
• Simple cleaning with oil, water, or a damp wipe
• Can be conditioned if needed to restore optimal cutting performance
• Size: 1" x 6" x 9/32"