Stone Sharpening Knives

[cinnamonkc]

I know...I know...I've been AWOL for a while, but I promise I never stopped smoking, only fell off the communication grid.

I recently learned how to stone sharpen my knives and I'm thrilled!  Mine are carbon steel so can't be put in an electric sharpener.  I use to have to take them in and have them done for $40 a pop!!!!

A Bob Kramer rep came out and taught me how and the results are fantastic.  For anyone that was scared to try to stone sharpen their own knives (especially the expensive ones) give it a try, I highly recommend it!

Karen

OTBS # 142

Char-Broil Silver Smoker - mods
GOSM Big Block

Horizon #8065
Viking 53" T Series

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[kc5tpy]

WOW!!  you have been away for " a while".  Thanks for the tip.  Glad to have you back.  Don't stay away for so long this time.  Keep Smokin!

Danny

 

[cinnamonkc]

I've got whole brisket and beef ribs on asa we speak! 

 

[bmudd14474]

Hey Karen. Been a long time. Glad to see your still kicking and thanks for the tip on the stones.

 

[cinnamonkc]

Hi Brian! 

 

[addertooth]

And remember, coarse stone finish for slicing blades, fine Washita stones for chopping blades which don't crush delicate vegetables.

 

[knifebld]

I just brought a couple of my Henckels to get sharpened cause I am too chicken to try myself :(

Is it really that easy?

 

[addertooth]

Yes, get a good quality tri-stone with a stable base.  The key things are:

Always cut forwards into the stone (lead with the edge as if you are (with light pressure) trying to cut into the stone.

Keep a precise and consistent angle with each swipe. You can use your fingers on the trailing edge to help maintain a constant angle.

When using the fine stone, use it wet and not dry. Many people use mineral oil; depending on the stone, water may work well too (Washita).

Avoid steep angles, they make a chisel edge which does not cut as well (but tend to be more durable). An angle of 10-15 degrees is about right for "most" knives. 

 

[cinnamonkc]

It really is.  Practice on your "throwaway knives" first.  Bob Kramer recommends a 12 degree angle which does great for me.  I've been super happy with my results so far.

 

[dcarch]

Go to youtube and search "Sharpie trick" for sharpening knives.

It will improve your sharpening skills.

dcarch

 

[knifebld]

 
It really is.  Practice on your "throwaway knives" first.  Bob Kramer recommends a 12 degree angle which does great for me.  I've been super happy with my results so far.

Yeah this sounds like a good plan! Thx!

 

[waywardswede]

I have a tri-stone setup I got probably 30 years ago, and have been an 'old school' guy forever.  A few weeks age I was wandering through the local Gander Mtn store and saw one of those Smith knife sharpener kits on sale, so picked it up.  I have to say, I was really impressed with how easy it was to use, and how fast it was.  I went through all of my Henckel kitchen blades (which were a real mess) in about 20 minutes, and they came out really good.

I'll probably stay old school on my good hunting blades, but I left the kit right in the kitchen for next time.

 

[tropics]

The new Diamond grit stones, put an edge on that is for finishing super sharp. Don't forget a good steel will maintain the edge.

Good post Thanks

Richie

 

[driedstick]

Thanks for the reminder, I need to do my hunting knives now since Elk season is just around the corner. 

 

[smokesontuesday]

Glad to see others out there are still stone sharpening. I still use one of the Dexter Russell tri-stone sharpeners from my grandfather's processing plant/butcher shop quite regularly. All you need is that and a good steel and you'll never have to worry about dull knives again.

 

[oldeboone]

What is a coarse stone ? India ?? Ernie

 

[cinnamonkc]

 
Glad to see others out there are still stone sharpening. I still use one of the Dexter Russell tri-stone sharpeners from my grandfather's processing plant/butcher shop quite regularly. All you need is that and a good steel and you'll never have to worry about dull knives again.

I agree Tuesday!  I'm having so much fun with it...I'm sharpening anything I can find.  I did my son's hunting  knives, pocket knife, the kitchen steak knives...LOL

 

[gary s]

Hey Good morning, glad your back. Really like the knife sharpening post. What grit stones did you get ? and if you don't mind sharing about what do they cost. 

Gary S

 

[rob sicc]

Has anyone ever tried the "Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker Knife Sharpener 204MF"?


I would love to be able to sharpen a knife wusing a stone.  I've tried and was not happy with the results.  This Spyderco works pretty well.  I still can' put papper as easily as I would like when done but my knives are sharper after I use this thing.

Any comments?

 

[cinnamonkc]

Hey Good morning, glad your back. Really like the knife sharpening post. What grit stones did you get ? and if you don't mind sharing about what do they cost. 





Gary S

The set I got had three stones 400, 1000, 5000 with a sink bridge holder. It was $299, but since I was paying $40 a knife to have them done, I decided it was worth it.