Maintenance and Sharpening

At Tellknives Cutlery we are confident that you will enjoy sharpening and honing your knives!

Knifemakers are aware that when you invest in a knife, you want it to stay sharp for as long as possible with minimal dulling. Manufacturers address this problem in three ways. On the one hand, they are constantly innovating, looking for the steel that is best suited to the specificity of the knife and its use. On the other hand, they always consider the maintenance that the blade will require by maximizing (for knives for daily use) the ease of sharpening. Finally, they design ever more ingenious sharpening systems that allow the less experienced to achieve perfect sharpening without any prior knowledge. Here is a brief overview of the range of sharpeners on offer.

Different types of sharpeners

It is possible to classify the types of sharpeners in three main families:

1) manual sharpeners

These are the most popular types of sharpeners because they are generally compact

In the classic manual sharpeners, you can find more complex sharpening systems. The advantage is that they are ideal for beginners who want to start sharpening at home without the help of a professional

The sharpening system has the enormous advantage of predefining a sharpening angle by following a guide. It is impossible to make a mistake, it is not necessary to "feel" the right angle as on water stones for example, since the angle is given to you. The result is excellent. Tellknives offers several manual sharpeners that will meet the needs of all users

2) Electric sharpeners

The range of electric sharpeners is very wide. They range from electric sharpeners that allow you to sharpen your kitchen knives to more versatile sharpeners that can even create a grind on a non-sharp knife. The electric sharpener is a more important investment than the manual sharpener. However, it allows a greater versatility when it comes to sharpening. It is also easy to handle for the non-experienced because they almost all have a guide to respect the chosen sharpening angle (Worksharp electric sharpeners).

3) Sharpening stones

For those who like to go back to simple things and learn a real technique, it is possible to sharpen with whetstones. Some will tell you that this is the only way to get a razor sharp edge. And it is true that if this type of sharpening is done correctly, thanks to the different grains of the stones, it allows a sharpening without equal

In any case, if you are hesitating about the choice of your next sharpener, contact us because we are very happy to give you the necessary advice for a wise choice [email protected]. We will be happy to answer you quickly.

The maintenance of your knife does not only consist in sharpening it but also in maintaining the blade by applying various specific products. In our catalogue you will find cleaners, lubricants and polishes for the maintenance of your knives and their mechanisms. Tellknives also offers you the necessary tools for a thorough cleaning of your faithful companions!