The Swiss Army Knife is an iconic pocket knife that many people recognize by sight. This pocket knife has become so popular that it has spawned an almost cult following of knife-owners worldwide. The popularity of this pocket knife has seen a plethora of fake products being sold as genuine articles. How do you tell …
People new to knife sharpening may not be aware of the terminology around knife sharpening and the nuances between the different processes. Sharpening and honing are two knife-sharpening terms that fall into this grey area of lack of understanding. We will give you a simple explanation of each process and the differences between the two. …
Whetstones are considered the premium knife sharpening tools to create an edge that is difficult to match with other sharpening methods. Whetstones start at a low, coarse grit and become progressively fine with higher grits, giving control over the sharpening process. Sandpaper also provides these basic qualities, so can you use this medium as a …
Japan and Germany are countries renowned for the quality of their craftsmanship and attention to detail in the products they manufacture. This statement holds true for the knives that come out of these two countries as well. How do the German and Japanese knives stack up against each other, and which is better? 9 differences …
Forged and stamped knives are two of the most common ways that modern knives are made. There are several core differences between these two processes and also in the resulting knife. An honest comparison between forged and stamped knives will highlight the differences between them and give you the necessary information to make a choice. …
The Funayuki and the Deba are two Japanese kitchen knives that look very similar at first glance. However, as we know, when it comes to Japanese knives, each style of knife has a specific intention in mind. The design features for each style of knife are geared around the intended purpose for the knife. So, …