The Truth About Knife Steels: Why They Don't Work and What Does

TLDRKnife steels are outdated technology that do not fix the problem of rolled edges. Using an abrasive stone or honing rod is a better alternative to straighten rolled edges.

Key insights

🔪Knife steels do not straighten true rolled edges, but only fix burrs.

💎Using an abrasive stone or honing rod can properly straighten rolled edges.

Properly sharpening knives saves time and frustration in the long run.

🛠️Knife steels were invented before a proper understanding of knife apexes.

🔪🔩Using an abrasive honing rod or diamond stone can prevent rolled edges.

Q&A

Do knife steels straighten rolled edges?

No, knife steels only fix burrs and not true rolled edges.

What is the alternative to using knife steels?

Using an abrasive stone or honing rod can properly straighten rolled edges.

Does properly sharpening a knife save time?

Yes, properly sharpened knives save time and frustration in the long run.

Why were knife steels invented?

Knife steels were invented before a proper understanding of knife apexes.

Can an abrasive honing rod or diamond stone prevent rolled edges?

Yes, using an abrasive honing rod or diamond stone can prevent rolled edges.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Knife steels do not fix rolled edges.

02:59Using an abrasive stone or honing rod can straighten rolled edges.

08:33Knife steels were invented without understanding knife apexes.

09:20An abrasive honing rod or diamond stone can prevent rolled edges.

13:54Properly sharpened knives save time and frustration.