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Common Mistakes to Avoid: Whetstone Sharpening Pitfalls and How to Overcome Them

Common Mistakes to Avoid: Whetstone Sharpening Pitfalls and How to Overcome Them

By Sam Flaherty

We've all had that experience where your trusty knife just doesn't cut like it used to. Welcome to this guide on whetstone sharpening, which is...

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Whetstone Wisdom: Understanding Grits

Whetstone Wisdom: Understanding Grits

By Sam Flaherty

Welcome to a world where blades and grit collide, where the ancient art of sharpening Japanese cutlery attains its contemporary essence. As you embark on...

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Reviving Dull Blades: Salvaging Your Japanese Knife with Whetstone Sharpening

Reviving Dull Blades: Salvaging Your Japanese Knife with Whetstone Sharpening

By Sam Flaherty

If you enjoy cooking or working as a chef, you know the tremendous effect a sharp blade can have on your dishes. This article will...

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Sharpening Service in Melbourne

Sharpening Service in Melbourne

By Steven Tuckey

Your kitchen knives are the most essential tools in your kitchen. However, frequently using your knife will eventually result in underperformance in chopping, slicing, and dicing....

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What Is a Microbevel? How Is It Different to a Primary Bevel?

What Is a Microbevel? How Is It Different to a Primary Bevel?

By Steven Tuckey

'A knife is a knife' to many folks. When they need to cut anything, they pick up the first knife they come across and start...

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Knife Sharpening With A Whetstone

Knife Sharpening With A Whetstone

By Steven Tuckey

Koi Knives Head of Sharpening, Joao Sundfeld, takes us through sharpening chef knives at home with whetstones. Lots of great tips and know-how, so watch...

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In Depth Look At Sharpening Knives At Home

In Depth Look At Sharpening Knives At Home

By Steven Tuckey

Today we take an in depth look at sharpening knives at home using our new Whetstone Set. Join our Head of Sharpening, Joao, as he...

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How We Sharpen Knives In The Shed

How We Sharpen Knives In The Shed

By Steven Tuckey

Every few years, we also suggest a professional tune-up for each of your knives. To correct the bevel, control the cutting edge geometry, and to...

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3 Tips for Knife Sharpening Success At Home

3 Tips for Knife Sharpening Success At Home

By Steven Tuckey

Our Head of Design and Blacksmith, Shannon, is here to give you some handy tips for sharpening at home. In this video, he explains the...

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