Sharpening stones, or whetstones, have a steeper learning curve than other sharpening options, but the payoff is huge. They offer more control and precision over the sharpness of your knives.

The sharpness of your knife can really make or break your experience in the kitchen. Slicing and dicing tomatoes or cleaning the silver skin off a big hunk of meat are chores that can be made daunting ...

—it’s a dull knife. Once that blade is dull, it forces a person to misuse a knife, resulting in problems. Traps don’t get carved right. Meat doesn’t come off the bone of your deer right. And, in ...

Planning to use a whetstone to sharpen your knives? We approve. It's a great way to keep your knife blades sharp and well-maintained. It's also less likely to damage your dull blade than an aggressive ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? A straight blade is easy to sharpen as it only requires a couple of passes through a ...

Sharpen and care for your kitchen knives for safer, faster cooking. A sharp knife doesn't just cut better, it also makes you a better cook. If you haven't found your perfect chef's knife yet, we've ...

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