My mother-in-law thinks this tool sharpens her knife, but I didn't think so. We can't seem to agree. Is she right?

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Precision and safety in the kitchen depend on regularly sharpening one's knives, which is an art form in and of itself. Having said that, honing rods and sharpening stones are often misunderstood as being the same thing. When one person insists on using an honing rod to hone their knife, it sparks a lively discussion. Misunderstandings and arguments may arise as a result, even within families. The purpose of this piece is to discuss this particular problem.
Anyone who often uses a sharpening stone should know how to properly utilize an honing rod. Reading on will provide you the information you need to put an end to arguments with loved ones or questions regarding the efficacy of your knife maintenance routines.
How Is an Honing Rod Used?
one. Harmony
Sharpening knife blades is the principal purpose of an honing rod. The sharp edge of a knife may be dulled or twisted with prolonged usage.
Keeping up with
Maintaining a knife's sharpness with regular honing may extend the time between sharpenings.
3. Getting it wrong
Unfortunately, it isn't a true sharpener as it doesn't remove much material off the blade.
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