Just as you did with the sharpening stone, run the blade repeatedly over the steel several times at a 20-degree angle. Test your blade by cutting a piece of paper; it should cut the paper ...

Sharpening a serrated blade requires a serrated knife sharpener, but you still may want to sharpen straight paring knives, boning knives, fillet knives, cleavers or utility blades (or even a ...

A pocket knife sharpener is a great tool for putting a razor edge on your knives when you’re out in the field. It sounds almost counter-intuitive, but a sharp knife is safer than a dull one.

This sharpener from Chef’s Choice is a good option for those who are timid about knife sharpening but realize the importance of keeping their knives sharp. The 1520 had a minimal learning curve ...

Another thing I learned is that it’s not just about having one sharp, sturdy knife — you need a decent variety, too. But a top-of-the-line knife can set you back hundreds of d ...

For a limited time, you can spruce up your kitchen or utility knives with the Angle Pro Knife Sharpener on sale for $69.99 (reg. $199). Prices subject to change.

The metal construction does make this knife a bit heavier than the other Fastback models but at just 4.2 ounces, it’s still lighter than similar “heavy-duty” knives like the 6.4-ounce DeWalt ...

The Henckels Forged Accent 16-piece set includes so many sizes like steak knives and a 3.5-inch paring knife for peeling and mincing. The blades come razor sharp and stay that way thanks to the ...

It includes a 4-inch paring, 5-inch serrated utility, 8-inch chef’s, and six 4.5-inch steak knives, as well as shears, a 9-inch sharpening tool, and an 11-slot hardwood block for storage.