How to Use a Sharpening Rod

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Tip 1 - How to Use a Sharpening Steel

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Jonny Thorbju 00f 6rn | permalink

Sharpening steels, or, more accurately, honing steels, often are included with good knife sets, but rarely come with instructions. However, with proper and frequent use, a steel will keep your knives sharp for much longer. Remember that a...
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Tip 2 - Are Your Kitchen Knives as Sharp as They Should (or Could) Be?

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Artin Moussavi | permalink

There are two steps to sharpening a knife. First, use a whetstone to grind a new edge onto the blade. Second, hone that edge with a sharpening steel.

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Tip 3 - How Do I Sharpen a Kitchen Knife?

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by tim nugent | permalink

A dull knife is a cook's worst enemy, and easily the most dangerous tool you can have in your kitchen. Thankfully, keeping your knives in good condition to use isn't terribly difficult, and you probably already have the tools required to do it. You can reach Alan Henry, the author of this post, at , or better yet, follow him on .
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