Knife sharpening stones, or whetstones, come in such a wide variety that it can be challenging to choose the best stone to sharpen your knives. Understanding each type of whetstone helps to make the right decision to get the best results on your knife edge, and in many cases, it will be a combination of …
Sharpening knives is a skill that requires practice and experience to create the perfect edge on your knives. This is a daunting task for some knife owners, especially if they own high-end knives. Should you be considering getting your knives sharpened professionally rather than learning how to do it yourself? Professional knife sharpening services are …
A pocket knife is the epitome of an EDC knife. It is designed to be carried in your pocket to be available at any time for any task that may arise where it could be useful. You may have your pocket knife with you at all times, but you may not have sharpening tools with …
The first time you take your Japanese knife to the whetstone to sharpen it can be an anxious moment, especially if you are unfamiliar with the geometry of Japanese knives. Patience, attention to detail, and some basic knowledge will get you sharpening your Japanese knife like a pro in no time! Sharpening a Japanese knife …
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 …