It’s essential to understand the difference between honing and sharpening:
- Honing: Honing is the process of straightening the blade’s edge, also known as realigning. This is done using a honing rod or a honing steel. It doesn’t actually remove any metal but helps to maintain the sharpness of the blade between sharpenings.
- Sharpening: Sharpening is the process of removing metal from the blade to create a new, sharp edge. It involves using a sharpening stone or other sharpening systems to grind and shape the blade.
Both honing and sharpening play critical roles in keeping your knives in top condition. In the upcoming posts, we’ll dive deeper into the techniques involved. MBS