Sharpening Fundamentals & Techniques

Learn to sharpen safely on Japanese water stones: choose the right grits, set consistent angles, use nagura, read feedback cues, and avoid scratches.

Choose sharpening tools that cut emissions and waste while delivering reliable edges in real conditions. Learn setups, angles, and grit to extend blade life.

Master knife sharpness with physics: choose the right angle, raise and remove a clean burr, use smart grit progression, and test for effortless cuts.

Trace the journey from stones to guided systems and learn why angle consistency, grit, and data-driven metrics deliver sharper, safer, longer-lasting edges.

Learn which guided systems deliver safe, field-worthy edges with limited dexterity, plus gloves-on tests and features that reduce angle error and fatigue.