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We did not love the plastic handle, however. It cheapened the feel and appearance a bit and did not match some of the other more substantial Wüsthof knife handles in our test group. Still, for pure function, we recommend this tool as one of the best.

All of the knife sharpeners we tested for this list were of the pull-through variety, which tends to be easier to use. A good sharpening stone is also highly effective for maintaining your blades, but there’s a steeper learning curve. The KitchenIQ Edge Grip manual knife sharpener has two sharpening slots with preset angles to make consistent, repetitive sharpening a breeze. The coarse side will reshape a damaged edge, while the fine side can handle regular smoothing of the rough edge as well as maintenance. This knife sharpener features a handle section to keep the user’s hand safe from the blades while also allowing a sure grip on the device.This is another solid choice from Presto, improving the sharpness of smooth and serrated edges by about 60% each. We wish it left the tips of the knives sharper, though. The electric Chef'sChoice 130 Professional Sharpening Station is simple to use and works well on many different sizes of blades, while the manual Longzon 4-in-1 offers similar quality with a low price tag. For those on a budget, the electric Presto EverSharp is excellent, too. How We Tested Brod & Taylor Professional Knife Sharpener: It looks like a piece of contemporary sculpture, and its maker claims that its spring-loaded design is foolproof to use, but we had to manually hold the unit open to insert the knife and weren't able to get very good sharpening results at all. Add a hefty price tag, and you've got a sharpener we wouldn't recommend. After selecting the keyed holes in the base for our desired angle, we inserted the brown (coarse) stones for the first portion of sharpening and then finished up with the white (fine) stones. To sharpen a blade, we simply held it vertically as we drew it down and across the angled stones, alternating sides at each stroke. For most average blades, six to 10 strokes per side on each stone was adequate. Some of the especially dull blades needed extra strokes on the coarse stone. To finish the edge, we simply applied less pressure (almost none) while drawing against the white stones.

The KnifePlanet Premium Knife Sharpening Stone Set offers a great tool to give favorite knives an ideal edge. It comes with a set of two sharpening stones, a bamboo base, a flattening stone, and two rubber nonslip bases. The two stones each have two grits: 400/1000 and 3000/8000. This four-stage grinding process adds up to a near-perfect grind when used properly.We are not professional knife sharpeners, which should lend some confidence to readers who may not feel confident about learning on these tools. We simply followed the manufacturer’s instructions to sharpen at least four knives with each tool. We recorded any noticeable points on the ease of assembling and operating the sharpeners, their effectiveness and speed of sharpening the different knives, and then tested each blade’s sharpness. We then sharpen the knife with its dedicated knife sharpener according to the manufacturers' instructions. We really liked the fast-working design of the Work Sharp knife and tool sharpener. It operated more quietly and efficiently than other electric models. With only four to six strokes per side on progressively finer-grit belts, we completely renewed a damaged and dull chef’s knife in about 5 minutes. The finest grit belt honed the edge to a mirrorlike finish.

The most versatile sharpeners can accommodate knife blades of different lengths and widths, and generally will offer more than one type of grit to ensure a smooth, even edge. Most knife sharpeners require users to pull the blade through the device, but with whetstones, circular motions that include both pulling and pushing are necessary. This guide on how to sharpen a knife should help. Q. At what angle should a knife be held when sharpening? Effectiveness: The Edge-on-Up tool helped give us an idea of each sharpener's efficiency, but we also tested our knives immediately before and after sharpening to gauge any noticeable differences.

Quick, precise and long-lasting sharpness for all knives

According to Blake Hartley, Executive Chef at Lapeer Seafood Market, a sharpening steel removes material from your knife by moving the edge alongside the steel to restore the V-shape of a blunt edge. A honing steel is not used to sharpen but to restore the bent edge so that it's straight again. Sharpening ceramic knives requires a more precise, delicate touch than sharpening stainless or high-carbon blades might. Shenzhen Knives’ Electric Diamond Knife Sharpener is up to the task with diamond grinding specially designed for ceramic blades. This model is also magnetized to attract metal fibers during use, ensuring that the blade is sharp and ready for use right away. The loop on the bottom of the handle affords a convenient way to keep the Wüsthof on hand and nearby in the kitchen.

How sharp the knives turned out: We analyzed sharpness using a scientific tool called the Edge-on-Up, which measures the force needed to cut a standard reference material. Includes a diamond rod for sharpening serrations, a coarse carbide notch, and a ceramic finishing notch Choosing a manual or electric sharpener depends on personal preference and budget. Higher-end electric sharpeners can be pricey, while cost-effective manual sharpeners can produce excellent results. Consider how likely you are to use the sharpener, and don’t be afraid to spring for a more costly model if it means you’re more likely to maintain your knives! How easy or difficult the sharpeners were to operate: We tested both manual and electric sharpeners, noting their learning curve and ease of control. We also appreciated the models that came with easy-to-follow directions and video instructions.The nonskid bamboo base and rubber stone holder secured the stones throughout the process. After sharpening all of the blades previously mentioned, we used the flattening stone to recondition the surfaces of the sharpening stones. That process took between 10 and 15 minutes per side, and the surfaces were like new. Those looking for versatility, or who prefer to sharpen their blades the old-fashioned way, would appreciate this set. If your sharpener has more than one setting, select 'coarse' for very blunt knives. The fine or honing setting is for everyday knife maintenance.