Q. What is the best thing to sharpen a knife with?

Answer

The use of either a whetstone or an electric sharpener to get the knives razor sharp at home (also called a sharpening stone). Stones are chosen because they are cheaper, easier to use, and less harsh on the blades than electric sharpeners. Use a whetstone like this one to restore the edge of the fine knife. It's cheap for a kitchen utensil and will serve them well for many years. Put a rubber mat or towel down first before doing anything else on a slick tabletop; don't want to damage it. Turn the stone over to its rougher side when ready to begin honing.