Sharpening Basics
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In this video, Tom shares tips for maintaining the perfect sharpening angle every time. Whether you’re new to sharpening or an experienced hand, this guide covers all the essential steps for accuracy and consistency, including how to grip the knife, lock your wrist, and use body movements to keep control while sharpening.Read now
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DIY Scissors Sharpening - How To Sharpen Scissors At Home
Read nowIn this video, Tom walks you through two effective methods to get your scissors cutting like new again. Whether you're a crafting enthusiast or just need a quick fix for your kitchen scissors, we've got you covered.
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The Ultimate Plus Oil Stone Kit: Your Solution to Timeless Sharpening Precision
This video is a must-watch for anyone interested in the art of sharpening, featuring our Ultimate Plus Oil Stone Kit that includes a double-sided aluminum oxide stone and natural Arkansas Stones.Read now -
Ultimate Guide to Choosing Sharpening Stones for Beginners
Learn what the differences are between different sharpening stones to help you find the ones that best suit your needs!Read now -
Why People Don't Sharpen Their Knives - Video
Read nowWhy People Don't Sharpen Their Kitchen Knives If you're watching this, there's a good chance you're part of the select few who actually sharpen their knives. In this sharpening chat, we ponder the reasons why most households make do with...
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Before and After Sharpening a Dull Knife and Chisel - Video
Read nowBefore and After Sharpening a Dull Knife and Chisel We let Dan, our sharpening specialist, demonstrate how a knife and a chisel cut before and after sharpening. He started with a dull knife and chisel. You'll be amazed how much...
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Sharpening Tip - Feeling For a Burr
Read nowHow to Feel For A Burr Sharpening instructions often instruct you to feel for a burr as a test of progress. If you feel a burr, it indicates that you have sharpened all the way to the edge. But Sharp...
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Myth: Coarse Edges Stay Sharper Longer Video
Read nowMyth: Coarse Edges Stay Sharper Longer In this video we show you why a coarsely sharpened edge will dull more quickly than a finely sharpened edge.
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Common Mistake: Not Having a Coarse Enough Stone Video
Read nowCommon Mistake: Not Having a Coarse Enough Stone One of the common problems our friends and customers encounter while sharpening is not having a coarse enough stone. When your knife is very dull or damaged you will struggle if all...
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Find Knife Sharpening Angle With Quarters - Video
Discover how to easily find the right knife sharpening angle using quarters, with a detailed chart to guide you based on blade width and desired angle.Read now -
Understanding Grit Size Video
Read nowUnderstanding Grit Size In this video we discuss relative grit sizes and the uses for each. Sharpening Grit Chart View Transcript We created this video to help explain the differences in grit particle size. These four blocks here were designed...
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The Anatomy of an Edge Video
Read nowThe Anatomy of an Edge In this video we discuss the anatomy of an edge. Understand dull and damaged edges and how sharpening fixes them. View Transcript In this segment called "Anatomy of an Edge", I want to just visually...