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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/knife-edge-care--7172857/support.]]>enLeisure© 2026 Let's Work This Sh*t Outhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/30ba086750d38a512940ef807ebc5430.jpghttps://www.senseofthisshit.comMon, 24 Aug 2026 06:07:37 +0000BlakeLet's Work This Sh*t Outknife@senseofthisshit.comKnife Edge Care is a knife sharpening podcast for home cooks and outdoor hobbyists who need steel-type care, stone schedules, and honing vs sharpening—not pro shop business. We own steel and edge geometry basics, honing vs sharpening cadence, stone...
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Key takeaways:
- Test edges on paper first to decide between rod or stone.
- Match fine ceramic rods to hard alloys and toothed steel rods to softer kitchen blades.
- Hone after every three or four heavy uses, then move to 400- and 1,000-grit stones only when realignment fails.
- Rinse and store stones flat while keeping separate tools for kitchen and outdoor blades to avoid cross-contamination.

Tune in for simple habits that protect your edges during daily prep or trail tasks.

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at knife@senseofthisshit.com.
https://www.spreaker.com/podca...]]>1a625847-0672-50fb-a80a-dcde71d00c65Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:00:11 +0000BlakeIn this episode of Knife Edge Care, we clear up the common mix-up between honing and sharpening so your kitchen knives and camp blades stay sharp longer. Many users grab the wrong tool because the terms sound similar, yet honing realigns a bent edge...
Key takeaways:
- Test edges on paper first to decide between rod or stone.
- Match fine ceramic rods to hard alloys and toothed steel rods to softer kitchen blades.
- Hone after every three or four heavy uses, then move to 400- and 1,000-grit stones only when realignment fails.
- Rinse and store stones flat while keeping separate tools for kitchen and outdoor blades to avoid cross-contamination.

Tune in for simple habits that protect your edges during daily prep or trail tasks.

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at knife@senseofthisshit.com.
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Key takeaways:
- Test first with simple paper or tomato cuts to diagnose if honing or sharpening is required
- Track usage counts to create personalized intervals, avoiding guesswork and over-grinding
- Apply the method to both daily kitchen knives (often 4-6 uses) and outdoor blades exposed to dirt or bone
- Adjust storage and steel choices based on your logs for long-term edge retention

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at knife@senseofthisshit.com.
Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...]]>084d1991-8809-54b6-9f85-4a0d9cb7b156Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:00:08 +0000BlakeIn this episode of Knife Edge Care, we tackle the common frustration of dull knives that lose their edge too quickly. Learn how to stop mixing up honing and sharpening, and instead build a data-driven maintenance schedule tailored to your actual use....
Key takeaways:
- Test first with simple paper or tomato cuts to diagnose if honing or sharpening is required
- Track usage counts to create personalized intervals, avoiding guesswork and over-grinding
- Apply the method to both daily kitchen knives (often 4-6 uses) and outdoor blades exposed to dirt or bone
- Adjust storage and steel choices based on your logs for long-term edge retention

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at knife@senseofthisshit.com.
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Key takeaways:
- Match carbon steel's frequent honing needs versus stainless's durability for outdoor use
- Use medium-grit stones for weekly maintenance with consistent angles and balanced strokes
- Hone regularly to prevent full sharpening sessions and extend edge life
- Wipe blades clean and oil carbon steel to combat wear from real-world tasks

This approach emphasizes prevention through light, regular work to keep knives reliable. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at knife@senseofthisshit.com. Support the show:

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💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...]]>7946efda-ddd4-4960-a44d-2844a543189eSun, 12 Jul 2026 05:11:08 +0000BlakeIn this episode of Knife Edge Care, we dive into practical maintenance schedules tailored for home cooks and outdoor enthusiasts, focusing on everyday knife care without needing a pro shop. Learn how to identify your steel type—carbon or stainless—and...
Key takeaways:
- Match carbon steel's frequent honing needs versus stainless's durability for outdoor use
- Use medium-grit stones for weekly maintenance with consistent angles and balanced strokes
- Hone regularly to prevent full sharpening sessions and extend edge life
- Wipe blades clean and oil carbon steel to combat wear from real-world tasks

This approach emphasizes prevention through light, regular work to keep knives reliable. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at knife@senseofthisshit.com. Support the show:

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at knife@senseofthisshit.com.
💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...]]>250basickniferoutine,blademaintenance,campingknifesharpening,carbonsteelknives,fieldknifecare,homeandtrailmaintenance,homecookknifemaintenance,honingvssharpening,howtosharpenknives,kitchenknifecare,knifeedgecare,knifehoningtips,knifemaintenanceschedule,knifesharpeningstones,mediumgritstone,outdoorknifemaintenance,preventdullblades,stainlesssteelcare,steeltypesforknives,whetstonesharpeningfalse11full