Typically used for daily maintenance, a steel honing rod is made of hardened steel, which can also sometimes be ...

Hold the blade at a 15-20° angle. Draw the knife across the steel, alternating sides about 5-10 times. Wipe and store safely.

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 ...

Properly sharpened knives make cooking safer and more enjoyable. Master these simple techniques to keep your kitchen blades performing at their best. David Watsky Managing Editor / Home and Kitchen ...

At Circle Track we're all about tech, all the time. And at least a few times a year we'll show you how to assemble your own engine from air filter to oil pan. But one area of tech we rarely touch on ...