I prefer the Lansky Diamond Honing kit myself. Easy to use. Stalkingbear did makea good point thuogh, you do have to switch sides of the knife every 4-5 runs of the stone. It does do a great job, you can SHAVE with your knife when you get done. I have tried it. It also makes a good kit since it comes in a small plastic box. great to put in your backback to take on that hunting/camping trip. If you just want something to use while you are home, look for a sharpener called the Warthog. looks kida gimicky, all spring loaded and such, but it does a fantastic job as well. I think those are about $80-90.

Good luck