Intro:
Before you begin
Step 1:
Assess the two types of blades
Step 2:
Learn what makes good handles and blades
Step 3:
Put it all together
Step 4:
Consider what else you might want

2torial #0505: Learn2 Choose a Kitchen Knife (Continued) Consider what else you might want Well, actually, you're going to need some way to sharpen and preserve your knives. A sharpening steel is often provided with cutlery sets, and a few swipes before each use will keep your edges nice and tidy. If you let the blades get very dull, though, an oilstone, or a ceramic sharpening device works well. Electric sharpeners, that use diamond-impregnated materials, can work very well but be careful not to damage the blade with them. A wooden block, with slots for holding knives, is the best way to store your knives but can be pricey. The cost might be worth it, though, if your knives are getting banged around in a cluttered drawer. -end- Learn More! or All steps at once (for ease of printing out)