Why Your Knife Gets Duller When Sharpening

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  • If Your Knife Gets Duller When Sharpening Watch This! How to sharpen a Chefs knife to a pocket knife. I give 3 knife sharpening tips for beginners who are struggling to get a sharp knife. From chefs knives to pocket knives these tips apply to ALL freehand sharpening methods and systems.
    In this video I show how to maintain an angle while sharpening. As well as talk about a simple trick to find what angle may be on your knife.
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    00:00 Intro Does your knife get duller when sharpening?
    00:12 Sharpening tip 1
    02:55 Sharpening tip 2 The rule of thumb!
    05:05 Sharpening tip 3 How to find proper sharpening angle SIMPLE
    06:01 BONUS sharpening tip! The Marker Trick EXPLAINED with close ups.
    About⬇️
    Hi, Im Alex, im a knife maker and UA-camr, based out of southern Pennsylvania and my youtube channel is Outdoors55. This channel started as an outdoor backpacking channel, but quickly grew into a knife/ knife making channel. Everything I do on my channel is family friendly. I primarily focus on knife / knife making videos but occasionally throw in something different. Thank you for watching!😀
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  • @OUTDOORS55
    @OUTDOORS55  9 місяців тому +18

    Check out my website where I do mini reviews on knife sharpening products, knives, and knife making equipment⬇
    www.outdoors55.com/shop

    • @alexbr82
      @alexbr82 7 місяців тому

      Dear Alex, thank you so much for these awesome videos, they taught me how to sharpen knifes!
      Do you have a Patreon account?
      Thanks a lot! 👍

    • @ragemodegaming7962
      @ragemodegaming7962 7 місяців тому

      Can you do a video using pocket/portable sharpeners? The ones where you draw the blade through a channel to sharpen it, against 2 surfaces at opposing angles (15-20 degrees)

  • @chacehawkins4708
    @chacehawkins4708 Рік тому +54

    officially titling you "The Internets Go-To Knife Sharpening Tutor". Best sharpening instructions on the web is found right here yall. Believe me...I've looked...for 15 years.

  • @Tom-Travels
    @Tom-Travels Рік тому +32

    Back in 1962, I did a 4H Fair talk on, "How to sharpen a knife." I was 11 years old in the 4th grade. My interest in sharpening knives has never stopped (I'm now 72). Me and my knives have had a great life.

  • @crystalr7602
    @crystalr7602 7 місяців тому +86

    Wow! Someone who actually clearly explains blade sharpening. VERY IMPRESSIVE! Thanx for the video. It's excellently done and your explanations are crystal clear (no pun intended). Explaining stones a bit too really helps. I've been sharpening for 55 years and you are spot on. Well done! Can't wait to check out your other videos....

  • @THELITTLERIVERNERD
    @THELITTLERIVERNERD Місяць тому +5

    Watched this video, finally got an edge and immediately cut my finger, so success!

  • @bigdumbanimal23
    @bigdumbanimal23 4 місяці тому +16

    I gave up trying to sharpening knives freehand and bought an electric kitchen knife sharpener. Thanks to your video , now I know why I sucked sharpening freehand. I cheaply bought one of those Amazon aluminum oxide multi-grit stone sets and even 3D printed guides to use. Now, thanks to your clear and excellent instruction I will now purchase your recommended diamond stone and try again!

  • @jeremys64
    @jeremys64 11 місяців тому +20

    You are very good at explaining things. I’ve watched a lot of sharpening tutorials, and I think this one is the best.

  • @kennethbezanson4266
    @kennethbezanson4266 Рік тому +8

    You always do such a great job explaining and demonstrating knife sharpening!

  • @originalhazelgreene
    @originalhazelgreene 7 місяців тому +3

    This is what the internet was invented for. Accessing knowledge other people are willing to share. Thanks for the illuminating explanations

  • @timothym2241
    @timothym2241 2 місяці тому +2

    Best beginner sharpening video I’ve ever seen. Nice clear demonstrations.

  • @a1038954
    @a1038954 5 місяців тому +1

    The close ups are incredibly helpful to your cause.

  • @Gman1024
    @Gman1024 Рік тому +5

    I've been watching your sharpening videos for four or five years now and always find these informative, even though I haven't really started sharpening yet.
    Really fascinating to me.
    Thanks for another goodie.

  • @patrickrobinson2520
    @patrickrobinson2520 Рік тому +2

    This is one of your better videos. I really liked the extra details you used to explain each process in full. Great info.

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 Рік тому +3

    Well written and clearly presented. The photography just keeps getting better. This will help lots of people get better results.

  • @bellenclark3021
    @bellenclark3021 8 місяців тому

    Thanks man! I've had some trouble figuring this out. You've sincerely made it clear for me! Thank you very much!

  • @EnglishStrippedBare
    @EnglishStrippedBare Місяць тому

    Thank you. Very helpful.

  • @1diggers1
    @1diggers1 Рік тому +2

    I totally round it trying to get the knife tip. Thanks for the advice.

  • @MALCHIOR1134
    @MALCHIOR1134 Рік тому +6

    I've been watching your videos for a while now, and I made my own leather strop recently and finally managed to get my kitchen knives shaving sharp! Today I sharpened 5 frequently used knives at my friend's house too. :)

  • @ABDZD
    @ABDZD Рік тому +1

    You are a great teacher. Thank you for these videos.

  • @FidoHouse
    @FidoHouse 7 місяців тому

    Very helpful! Thank you!

  • @Psyytrance00
    @Psyytrance00 Рік тому

    From all the guides i have seen you are by far the best. It all helped me to improve myself. Thank you !

  • @ryanleeharrell
    @ryanleeharrell 4 місяці тому +5

    Thanks, man. Im a prep chef who got excited about the knife world recently and your videos have been helpful. I appreciate it.

  • @matthewbarnes7029
    @matthewbarnes7029 Рік тому +29

    Very good work sir! The detail, quality and clarity of your demonstration is top notch. I would highly recommend this video to any of my colleagues from beginners to seasoned veterans interested in knife sharpening.

  • @BernWag
    @BernWag 19 днів тому

    Since I have the same Klein tool, I especially appreciate the discussion!

  • @Player6576_
    @Player6576_ 2 місяці тому

    thank you! best sharpening video of all the ones i've seen as a beginner

  • @user-tz3qm5nc7n
    @user-tz3qm5nc7n 7 місяців тому

    Thank you.

  • @johngilbert974
    @johngilbert974 7 місяців тому

    Several tips I haven’t heard before - thanks !

  • @davidtritsch4532
    @davidtritsch4532 Рік тому +1

    You do a great job of teaching by utilizing your verbal instruction with demonstrations. Thank you.

  • @richardkut3976
    @richardkut3976 Місяць тому

    Thanks, for the Sharpie tip.

  • @johnduffy6546
    @johnduffy6546 Рік тому +2

    I liked your "rule of thumb" trick. I've been sharpening knives for over a half century and your tip is a good reference for newbies trying to learn the skill... thank you

  • @panicabyss9735
    @panicabyss9735 Рік тому +8

    Very insightful. I cut meat for a living, and I’ve watched your old videos to help out with sharpening my knives. This video is the type I like. I love that you explain too steep vs too shallow. I sometimes have mine too shallow . Thanks for the info. Keep the videos coming!

  • @zaphirshamma9531
    @zaphirshamma9531 Рік тому +1

    I have recently started getting into knife sharpening. You are my favorite guy to watch on UA-cam. I bought the Spyderco ceramic stone after watching your video and have been happy.

  • @rxotmfrxotmf8208
    @rxotmfrxotmf8208 Рік тому

    Thank you for the very instructional video. Much appreciated.

  • @811stever
    @811stever Рік тому

    So good, and easy to understand.
    Thank You!

  • @Nomad_joey
    @Nomad_joey 11 місяців тому

    Hands down best sharpening video I've watched. And i watched over 40 videos!

  • @MarcesAurelius
    @MarcesAurelius 11 місяців тому

    thank you, very well explained

  • @MrFookface
    @MrFookface 4 місяці тому

    Explained by an expert so well that this dummy learned and understood! Thank you from England

  • @EricTheOld
    @EricTheOld 17 днів тому

    Thanks!

  • @Gambsmoore
    @Gambsmoore Рік тому +2

    Excellent job man. I can tell a lot of time and effort went into this.

  • @jimmiedisherjr1536
    @jimmiedisherjr1536 Місяць тому

    I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking all the mystery out of free hand sharpening.❤❤❤

  • @olivermilutinovic749
    @olivermilutinovic749 Рік тому

    One of the best sharpening videos. This helped me get a razor edge on a 'problem' pocket knife.

  • @Alex_Vir
    @Alex_Vir 7 місяців тому

    I love that you gave some numbers for an angle, even if I will never sharpen a knife.

  • @warwickdennis4114
    @warwickdennis4114 11 місяців тому

    Your information was spot on, questions I had, you answered them,Thanks

  • @mattkarres3321
    @mattkarres3321 9 місяців тому

    Thank you. Most informative!

  • @kenmuggli4613
    @kenmuggli4613 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You actually know what you are talking about.

  • @jeremynedrow7003
    @jeremynedrow7003 Рік тому +2

    Great video and explanation of sharpening and correct form.

  • @tylerd4884
    @tylerd4884 3 місяці тому

    appreciate the tips, big help for stuff that ive been struggling with for years

  • @miguelmoreno6534
    @miguelmoreno6534 Рік тому +1

    Wow! Short but very informative vid , solves exactly the kind of mistakes I have been making with my knife sharpening. Please keep these awesome knife sharpening vids coming they're very good 👍👍!!

  • @HafizurRahman-mw8bp
    @HafizurRahman-mw8bp 4 місяці тому

    You are simply brilliant in tutoring. Finally I understood. Thank-you

  • @thomasadkins7159
    @thomasadkins7159 21 день тому

    Nicely done!

  • @v3ldr1nn
    @v3ldr1nn Рік тому +1

    I've been watching your videos for a few years now, always interesting and clear, keep up the awesome work

  • @Trapezius8oblique
    @Trapezius8oblique 9 місяців тому

    Terrific video thanks

  • @danalim9670
    @danalim9670 11 місяців тому

    Thank You, works great👍

  • @1jotun136
    @1jotun136 9 місяців тому

    Okay, you got me with marking the edge. Clever wizard.

  • @ashcreekAER
    @ashcreekAER 2 місяці тому

    So glad I saw this before purchasing a knife and the first affordable stone I saw on Amazon

  • @cynthiamatlock6925
    @cynthiamatlock6925 10 місяців тому

    Thank you thank you thank you! Genius is sharing your knowledge.

  • @Ricky-eo5ym
    @Ricky-eo5ym 9 місяців тому

    Great video thank you

  • @jasoneyre3424
    @jasoneyre3424 Рік тому

    “Rule of thumb” brilliant! Thank you

  • @welsh21
    @welsh21 6 місяців тому

    Thank you, very informative.

  • @williamhollar7844
    @williamhollar7844 Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @RexusOutfitters
    @RexusOutfitters 7 місяців тому

    Good stuff. Thanks!

  • @dav6131
    @dav6131 14 днів тому

    Really helpful. Cheers from the UK.

  • @krustysurfer
    @krustysurfer Рік тому

    Always great advice Alex
    Thank you

  • @gunterbecker8528
    @gunterbecker8528 9 місяців тому

    Great work

  • @alexdaneau186
    @alexdaneau186 Місяць тому

    Very well explained. Merci Monsieur.

  • @brianlocal3
    @brianlocal3 Рік тому

    This is the absolute best video I’ve ever seen on sharpening that explains it as simple and concise as this
    I sharpen differently, as I prefer to not use stones on the bench, but I hold more of rod sharpeners in the air, but this is amazing

  • @javiersp01
    @javiersp01 Рік тому

    Thanks Alex !!!

  • @nicholassenterfeit8126
    @nicholassenterfeit8126 Рік тому

    You and Neeves Knives have helped me on my sharpening lessons for my blades. So far all has been well. Appreciate it mate :)

  • @BBQDad463
    @BBQDad463 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video. Great guidance!

  • @jdmxxx38
    @jdmxxx38 2 місяці тому

    Wonderful vid. Clears up a lot of problems I was having. Thanks

  • @W.Y.W.H.40
    @W.Y.W.H.40 Рік тому +2

    I would like to thank you for all of your instructions and videos on how to sharpen knives the right way. There are so many people that claim they can do this, but can't! I am always looking and learning new ways and techniques that improve my skills at sharpening. I love to learn and both my dad and my grandfather taught me how to sharpen knives the right way. Thank you so much for sharing your videos.

  • @jamestyrer6067
    @jamestyrer6067 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the information. Black marking the apex so you can get the manufacturer angle correct is a great idea

  • @therogers4432
    @therogers4432 Рік тому

    Best sharpening videos period -Thanks Alex 😎👍

  • @johnjperricone7856
    @johnjperricone7856 4 місяці тому

    Very helpful tutorial. Extremely detailed and really showed me what I was doing wrong.

  • @tombrown4683
    @tombrown4683 Рік тому

    Always sharing the knowledge on sharpening. Good advice.

  • @danielosullivam6662
    @danielosullivam6662 9 місяців тому

    Wonderful
    Thank you
    ❤❤

  • @DconBlueZ
    @DconBlueZ Рік тому

    Thanks for the video, always enjoy watching!

  • @Hungrybird474
    @Hungrybird474 Рік тому +4

    I ve sharpened 50 or so knives since spring 2022 . It’s early 2023 and I feel my sharpening skills have went through the roof thanks to you and Jared’s vids . Heck yeah . I sharpened that crappy axis lock from Walmart everyone says is a good $6 knife which we all know better . It got nowhere near as sharp as a better done steel .

  • @gregchandler900
    @gregchandler900 9 місяців тому

    I'm new to knife sharpening and I want you to know this video was a game changer!!! Thanks man!😃😃

  • @bransonbasher6534
    @bransonbasher6534 Рік тому

    I've watched a lot of sharpening videos, this is one of the best.

  • @LaChaleur
    @LaChaleur 5 місяців тому

    This was so helpful! Thanks

  • @jbirdyhome-4050
    @jbirdyhome-4050 7 місяців тому

    Very helpful, Very!!!

  • @TAYLORMCCLUNG
    @TAYLORMCCLUNG Рік тому

    Got my new dmt diamond stone and it's awesome. Thanks.

  • @paulpugh2480
    @paulpugh2480 4 місяці тому

    Correct tips, thanks.

  • @nigelbrown2274
    @nigelbrown2274 5 місяців тому

    i love your detailed photography/videography.... very informative!!

  • @NeevesKnives
    @NeevesKnives Рік тому +31

    ive been teaching the thumb trick for a couple years now in my sharpening videos glad to see someone else finally do it as ive gotten so many comments asking why they never seen it before i let them know i invented it lol

    • @NeverMetTheGuy
      @NeverMetTheGuy Рік тому +2

      Dutch Bushcraft does this as all.

    • @polol1683
      @polol1683 Рік тому

      Yes Jared 😁✌👍

    • @OUTDOORS55
      @OUTDOORS55  Рік тому +11

      Ive had it in numerous vidover the years. I hadnt really seen it anywhere else either. At least its a constant in the community that people can agree on😂 👍👍

    • @lindboknifeandtool
      @lindboknifeandtool Рік тому +5

      You can also hang the spine on your fingernail and use your knuckles. This helps with longer blades for me.
      It’s an old knife grinders trick. It’s how you keep your angle when grinding generally. Until you grind the tip of your knuckle off with 36 grit ceramic belts 😂
      Bam neeves knives

  • @WorkingViews
    @WorkingViews Рік тому

    Very detailed. Good job.

  • @A10011
    @A10011 Рік тому

    Super helpful, thanks.

  • @professordeb
    @professordeb 2 місяці тому

    I've learned so much about proper sharpening from you...thank you! The black marker technique is a great tip.

  • @robertshell4176
    @robertshell4176 Рік тому +1

    More top notch content. Thanks once again.

  • @fxjames
    @fxjames 9 місяців тому

    Absolutely brilliant,.so well explained. I sharpen a lots of knives and axes for bushcraft and found this very informative.

  • @twatmunro
    @twatmunro Рік тому +2

    Solid tip. I sharpen on whetstones and I get good sharp edges, but I know I'm getting wobble in there. That thumb tip looks really helpful. I like to use the light to find my angle. When the shadow disappears, I know I'm at the right angle for the apex.

  • @knauerkustom
    @knauerkustom 2 місяці тому

    thanks for the video. good explainng, not too much, just on point! Perfect :)

  • @Mountainmonths
    @Mountainmonths Рік тому

    thanks! I'm just now about to start stone sharpening for the first time.

  • @michaelmiller2833
    @michaelmiller2833 Рік тому

    Very informative - thank you for sharing.

  • @DBRGB
    @DBRGB Рік тому

    Excellent explanation and demonstration.

  • @Shareef2610
    @Shareef2610 Місяць тому

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  • @BCM1959
    @BCM1959 Рік тому

    Thank you, that did help.

  • @johnhaertling9600
    @johnhaertling9600 Рік тому

    Best sharpening video I have ever seen, easy to follow, very nicely done sir.

  • @bushcrafters3909
    @bushcrafters3909 Рік тому

    Super helpful.