Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. If there’s a knife block set on your counter, congrats—you’re officially an adult. But have you ever used the honing steel ...

Knife sets, particularly those that come with a countertop block, usually include a long metal rod that is clearly not intended for cutting. Some call them knife sharpeners, and while they are used ...

If you’ve never sliced something with a truly sharp knife, it’s a revelation, turning an arduous task into a pleasure. We called upon the nation’s expert knife makers, knife-store owners, and the ...

Our kitchen experts recommend using honing rods or steels to maintain the edge between more in-depth sharpening sessions. Additionally, you should never leave your knife in the sink as it can cause ...

Which honing rods are best? While there are lots of great kitchen tools that can help with any task imaginable, knives are still the backbone of every cook’s toolkit. It makes sense that keeping your ...

If you find your knives are too dull after you've tested if they're sharp enough, it's time to hone those blades or use a whetstone. Master Bladesmith Bob Kramer demonstrates how to properly hone and ...