Learn the basics of knife sharpening using Japanese water stones.
This comprehensive 2 hour lesson will provide you with the basic knowledge of maintaining your kitchen knives using whetstones. At the start of the class, we will cover different steel types, knife construction and anatomy, honing techniques and proper knife care. Following the theory portion of the class there will be hands-on sharpening with your instructor.
What we will cover:
1: Steel types: stainless vs carbon
2: Knife anatomy
3: Knife care
4: Stone selection/care
5: Sharpening and honing technique