Sharpen Your Skills: Expert Insights on Knife Sharpening, Selection, and Maintenance

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Ever been in the middle of a recipe only to find your knife squashing tomatoes instead of slicing them? That's where Richard from Bear Claw Knife and Shear comes in, bringing his edge to Sweet Tea and Tacos! This week, we're all about honing your blades and cutting through the clutter of choosing the right knives for your culinary quests. Richard spins the tale of his journey from a small sharpening operation to a booming business, giving us the sharp truth on how investing in quality steel and craftsmanship can transform your cooking.
Our kitchen counters become the arena as we tackle the art of knife sharpening and maintenance. Discover the secrets to keeping your blades in peak condition, from the WorkSharp belt sharpener's quick touch-ups to the importance of steering clear of those dreaded glass cutting boards. We share why sometimes leaving the sharpening to the pros can save your knives (and fingers) from unnecessary wear and tear. And for the DIY chefs out there, we've got some pointers that will have your knives gliding through ingredients like butter.
But it's not just about the knives—your cutting board deserves love too! We chop into the world of cutting surfaces, weighing up the pros and cons of wood versus plastic and how to keep them in top shape. And let's not forget the essentials: from the humble paring knife to the mighty chef's knife, we cover which blades are must-haves in every kitchen toolkit. So, sharpen your ears and join us, Dave, Jen, and our cutlery curator Richard, for a culinary conversation that's sure to leave you on the cutting edge of kitchen prep!
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Bear Claw Knife & Shear
[bcknife.com](https://bcknife.com)
Wusthof Knives
[wusthof.com](https://www.wusthof.com)
Zwilling J.A. Henckels
[zwilling.com](https://www.zwilling.com)
Kingshan Knives
[kingshanknife.com](https://www.kingshanknife.com)
Work Sharp Sharpeners
[worksharptools.com](https://www.worksharptools.com)
Crucible Industries
[crucible.com](https://www.crucible.com)
Niagara Specialty Metals
[niagaraspecialtymetals.com](https://www.niagaraspecialtymetals.com)
Richard Steinberg Making Knives YouTube Channel
[YouTube Link](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8rKfUoFJ2r9zJ6q7JX5H6A)
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1. Sharpen Your Skills: Expert Insights on Knife Sharpening, Selection, and Maintenance (00:00:00)

2. Knife Selection and Steel Analysis (00:00:13)

3. Knife Sharpening and Maintenance Techniques (00:13:20)

4. Choosing and Caring for Cutting Boards (00:16:50)

5. Knife Steel Quality and Selection (00:23:45)

6. Essential Knives for Efficient Cooking (00:29:44)

7. Knife Making Vlog Collaboration (00:37:52)