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The easiest way to sharpen a knife is to use a whetstone. First, soak the whetstone in water for 10 minutes. Then, set the whetstone down on top of a cloth. Hold the blade away from you and rest it on the corner of the whetstone at a 20-degree angle. Hold the blade by the handle while pressing the top of the blade down with your nondominant hand.
Here's how to sharpen a knife and how to hone it using a whetstone, a sharpener, or a honing rod. We've also included our recommendations for sharpening products on Amazon.
Experts share how to sharpen a knife at home, including the pros and cons of different methods. Learn when to use a honing steel and how to use a whetstone, and also, how often you should sharpen a knife to keep it on the cutting edge.
Chef Frank Proto demonstrates and explains everything you need to know in order to properly sharpen, clean, and store the knives in your kitchen. Frank breaks down his preferred methods and...
The sharpening action is on the downstroke (pulling the blade toward you), so relieve pressure on the upstroke. Lau says to make sure the tip of the knife doesn’t miss sharpening, too, as the optimal sharpening angle for the rest of the blade can create a gap between stone and tip.
Sharpening a knife is the process of removing a portion of the knife’s surface steel to rehone the blade. By removing a bit of the steel, you return the edge to razor-sharp. How is sharpening a...
Gordon demonstrates how to correctly sharpen your knife safely, so then you never need to use a blunt knife. ...more.
Sharpening a knife may seem like a daunting task but fear not! We will guide you through the process step by step, debunking common myths along the way. From understanding the different types of knife sharpeners to mastering the correct angle for sharpening, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s how to sharpen a knife in just a few simple steps, whether you’re using a stone or a knife sharpener.
There are two main ways to sharpen your Western- or Japanese-style knives: You can use a knife sharpener (either handheld or electric) or a stone. A sharpener does most of the work for you...