In this close up woodworking clip, I use a freshly sharpened chisel to pare a clean step into a board and create smooth, ...

Built in Oregon and named for a hardy regional tree, the Madrone comes out of the gate hot with a 3.25-inch clip point blade ...

A year ago, renowned knife sharpener brand Work Sharp released its first knives, which made news for multiple reasons. Not only was it an ambitious pivot for the 52-year-old Ashland, Oregon-based ...

This is an opinionated Mother’s Day tribute. This Mother’s Day tribute essay was first published in 2013. Mom passed later that year. Many of you have likely read my Mother’s Day tribute to the ...

This is the easiest way to get razor-sharp edges at home. I tested a handful of honing rods to write a guide to the best honing rods on Amazon, and the Work Sharp Kitchen Ceramic Honing Rod was easily ...

Whether you take cooking very seriously or are just trying to get through your weekly meal prep, having a sharp knife makes life so much easier. And you don’t have to buy a new set to get that ...

If you’re like me, you’ve likely acquired quite a collection of knives over the years. You name it: hunting knives, fillet knives, fixed blades, and EDC pocket knives. I have a little bit of ...

Work Sharp guided sharpening system review Posted: December 31, 2025 | Last updated: December 31, 2025 ...

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From chef’s knives to multitools to hatchets and axes, having a sharp blade is not only crucial for completing your intended task but is also less likely to slip, making it safer than a dull blade.