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When are knives beyond repair?
We very rarely turn down knives for repair, as most day-to-day damages are fairly straightforward to fix. Just like the one in the picture above, we repair knives every day - fixing broken tips, nicks, chips, or slight bends are part of what we lo...
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Ceramic Knife Sharpening
Ceramic knife blades are made from a hard material called zirconia (or zirconium oxide), which is a type of ceramic. While some claim ceramic knives to be sharper than steel, zirconia is at the same time very hard and brittle, i.e. ceramic blades ...
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The Top 6 Knife Gifts For 2024
Are you looking for the best foodie gifts for the holidays? Choosing the perfect knife for the right person can be difficult, so our staff tested and selected the top knife gifts for 2024 to create this ultimate knife gift guide.
For the host
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Sharpening Damascus Knives
The Timeless Craft: Damascus Knives and the Art of Sharpening.
Damascus knives are renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship, sharpness, and beautiful patterns. Originating from the ancient city of Damascus, these knives have a rich history datin...
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How To Test The Sharpness Of A Knife
Top 5 Tests For Sharp Knives
If your knives are not cutting it anymore, they are definitely not sharp enough. But how do you know if your knife is sharp or dull, and when is it time to get them sharpened?
Below is our list of the five best (and wo...
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Best At Home Knife Sharpening Tools
A professional sharpening service will always give you the best results when sharpening your knives, however, there are a few tools and techniques that can be applied at home in between those sessions.
Stropping
The safest way to maintain a kn...
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Sharpening Serrated Knives
Can Serrated Knives Be Sharpened?
The lowdown: Yes, serrated knives can be sharpened, we sharpen them on a daily basis, but there are some exceptions.
What is a serrated knife?
Serrated knives are those that have little ‘teeth’ in their blade. The...
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Are Cheap Knives Worth Sharpening?
One of the questions we get a lot is if it is worth sharpening cheap knives. It is a common misconception that cheaper knives aren’t worth it - often, the only thing that sets them apart from better knives is a small but important detail:
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