This dual-grit sharpener is ideal for sharpening lawnmower blades, machetes, hatchets, axe blades, shovels, spades, plus a variety of other cutting and chopping tools. The easy-to-grip, contoured shape, provides for safe, simple tool sharpening. Dual-grit design provides a coarse side for quick cutting and shaping, and a medium side for final sharpening and finishing of your edge.