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Before a knife ever loses its edge, it usually picks up a few bad habits. Hard surfaces, rushed cleaning, careless storage.

Hold the blade at a 15-20° angle. Draw the knife across the steel, alternating sides about 5-10 times. Wipe and store safely.

Finish the process by using a strop or a honing rod to polish the edge and remove the burr. This finishing touch is essential, as leaving the burr can make the knife seem sharp initially, but the edge ...

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A sharp knife isn’t just sharper, it’s a safer, more efficient, more precise tool. And, like most people, your knives are probably dull. Here’s how to fix that quickly, easily and cheaply. Why do you ...

A pocket knife sharpener is a great tool for putting a razor edge on your knives when you’re out in the field. It sounds almost counter-intuitive, but a sharp knife is safer than a dull one. If you ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. As someone who cooks at home regularly, I stand by the idea that the ...