Knife Sharpening Quiz

What is the purpose of using a honing steel on a knife?

• To soak the knife in water for 15-20 minutes

• To sharpen the knife to a mirror finish

• To realign the edge and provide a temporary fix

• To grind metal off and create a new edge

What is the recommended grit for a good quality stone that matches your knife?

• 800 grit

• 3000 grit

• 1000 grit

• 2000 grit

How long should the water stones be soaked in water prior to use?

• 15-20 minutes

• 5-10 minutes

• 1-2 hours

• 30-40 minutes

What is the ratio of bevels for a Japanese style chef knife sharpened at a 70 to 30 ratio?

• 60 to 40

• 50 to 50

• 80 to 20

• 70 to 30

What is the purpose of the three pennies when finding the proper angle for sharpening?

• To add pressure while sharpening

• To make the edge flush with the stone

• To act as a perfect guideline

• To create a shallow angle

What is the purpose of the finishing or polishing stone?

• To grind metal off and create a new edge

• To realign the edge and provide a temporary fix

• To refine the edge and make it smoother

• To soak the knife in water for 15-20 minutes

What is the purpose of the stone fixer?

• To grind metal off and create a new edge

• To refine the edge and make it smoother

• To resurface the stone and make it flat

• To soak the stone in water for 15-20 minutes

What should be done if there is a dull spot on the knife when testing with paper?

• The paper will snag

• The paper will cut through easily

• The paper will tear

• The paper will drag

What is the purpose of using thinner paper to test the knife?

• To make the test less accurate

• To make the test easier

• To make the test more accurate

• To make the test more challenging

How should one take care of their knives to ensure they last a long time?

• Take care of them

• Use them roughly

• Keep them wet at all times

• Use a stone fixer regularly