Master the art of maintaining a razor-sharp pocket knife
In short: General contractor Tom Silva demonstrates the essential technique for sharpening a knife using a stone. Learn how to maintain your tools effectively by mastering the specific angles and lubrication required for a professional edge.
To sharpen a knife, you must use a sharpening stone, which can be either naturally quarried or manufactured. These stones require lubrication—either water or oil—depending on the specific type of stone used.
The process involves dragging the knife diagonally across the stone three or four times while maintaining a consistent angle. Once one side is complete, you must flip the knife and repeat the motion on the opposite side of the blade.
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