There are many different types of knives, each with its own purpose and function, affecting how the edge of the knife will wear. Most people own multiple types of knives, each with different sharpening requirements. How frequently should you sharpen each different kind of knife? Knives in daily use will require sharpening and honing more …
Serrated blade knives have an advantage in how long they stay sharp, but the knife will need sharpening at some point. This dilemma poses a head-scratching moment for many knife owners since sharpening a serrated blade can be challenging compared to straight-edge knives. A serrated blade cannot be sharpened effectively with a flat whetstone typically …
Keeping your knives sharper for longer is not only convenient but can also help to extend the life of your knives. Ensuring your knives are sharp also means you have a sharp knife available when you need it. What are the best methods to preserve the edge on your knives and keep them sharper for …
Ceramic knives are a pleasure to use in the kitchen, especially for processing soft ingredients. Their superior sharpness gives clean, precise cuts without bruising or crushing the ingredients. These knives may be great to use, but they are prone to cracks and chips. How can you fix a chipped ceramic knife? Diamond stones can be …
Many knife owners are unsure about knife sharpening, which causes them to leave knives longer than they should before sharpening. Sharpening is an important part of knife care, but it also benefits several aspects regarding knife use. We will examine the 4 main reasons to sharpen your knife before use. Your knife should be sharp …
Most knife owners will look into the prospect of sharpening their own knives at some point. When people start sharpening their own knives, they find that some knives are hard to sharpen, and they are unsure how to address this problem. We will examine some of the reasons your knife may be hard to sharpen …
