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 …

Swiss Army knives are a popular pocket knife and generally work with little to no issues in their operation. However, some knives experience difficulties opening and closing, either when they are new or used over time. Fortunately, there are some relatively easy fixes you can perform on your Swiss Army knife to restore it to …

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 …

Whetstones are one of the most efficient and accurate methods of maintaining or repairing the sharp edge on your knives. Whetstones themselves require care and maintenance to keep them performing optimally and extend their longevity. We have some expert tips on caring for and maintaining your whetstones. Whetstones last a long time if they are …

Experiencing the pleasure of using a very sharp knife will make you take your sharpener to all your kitchen knives to reproduce that experience! A sharp knife makes all the effort out of making the cut, but not all knives can hold a sharp edge and stay sharp for a long time. The edge holding …

Japanese knives are considered by many to be the epitome of quality kitchen knives, each with its own cutting specialty. Most people know that most Japanese knives are designed for certain kitchen tasks, meaning you need different knives for processing different ingredients. What Japanese knives would be best suited to cutting meat, bones, and fish? …