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

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There’s a certain satisfaction that comes with a perfectly sharpened knife; it’s a tool that feels good in your hand and works exactly as you need it to. Understanding how to sharpen a knife like a ...

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