Gatco Tri-Seps Knife and Serration Sharpener A must-have sharpener for military personnel, backpackers, do-it-yourselfers, mechanics and sportsmen. Designed to be used by the armed forces. This triangular-shaped, portable ceramic sharpener has a built-in angle guide to quickly restore a razor sharp edge to serrated edges, plain edges, entrenching tools, scissors, darts, fish hooks, ice picks and other pointed instruments. The unique triangular design features two radius sizes and provides sharpening for both large and small serrations. Includes military-spec bead chain and clasp. get your Tri-Seps online at www.multitoolexpert.co.uk
Gatco DCS Diamond Carbide Knife Sharpener The new “DCS” provides lightening fast resharpening of all knife blades including serrated blades. The twin carbide sharpening blades will restore a sharp cutting edge in 3 to 4 strokes. The tapered diamond serration sharpening rod restores a factory perfect edge to all serrated blades. When not in use, the diamond rod stores in the sharpener handle. The “DCS” is precision machined from 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum with a knurled handle for a sure grip. get your Gatco Diamond Carbide Sharpener at www.multitoolexpert.co.uk
If you’ve taken the time to properly use a knife, then you’re going to want to take the time to properly use a knife steel. Chef Jason Hill demonstrates how to use a knife steel. First you want to get a firm grip on the handle and make sure your thumb and finger are tucked underneath the guard. Next, hold the steel out from your body at about a 45 degree angle. Take the knife and place the heel of the blade at the tip of the steel. Come off and down the steel at a 20 degree angle. Go to the other side and repeat. Come all the way down. Do this about 10 times each side. The more you practice, the faster you’ll get. Some people place the steel onto a secure surface with the steel on a cloth and the handle held secure. They may think this is safer that holding it in your hand, but that’s why you have a guard. What the steel does to the knife blade is it hones it. It basically straightens it out. You have microscopic teeth on your knife blade, and when you use it often, they become a little warped. The steel straightens it out and gives you a better cutting edge. Knife steels are sold separately, or they come in a knife set. I recommended a nice mid ranged price knife steel for your home. And if you use your knife on a daily basis, you’re going to want to use your knife steel on a daily basis.