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.

—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 ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There are plenty of pocket knife enthusiasts in the world, but not nearly as many knife sharpening ...

Before you sharpen your knife, it’s important to know its material, its unique shape, and the angle in which to sharpen it. The material determines how often you have to sharpen a knife, the ...

From flat files to whetstones to bench grinders, we walk you through all the tools and tips to get the sharpest edge.

With your favorite coffee mug in hand, dull knives don’t stand a chance. ShutterWorx / Getty Images In the kitchen, a sharp knife is an extension of your hand. Knife care and maintenance are critical ...