Japanese Knife Sharpening

Rudolf Dick

ISBN 10: 0764346806 / ISBN 13: 9780764346804

Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US, 2015

About this Item

This is the ultimate guide to sharpening with traditional waterstones for all owners of Japanese knives. Provided are step-by-step instructions on proper knife sharpening accompanied by over 120 color photos, plus black and white graphics for clarity. Details on the care for all major blade types are also provided, along with expert advice on the use of solid, abrasive materials, and steel. Important information on care for the waterstones is also provided to keep your sharpening stones useful for many years. Readers learn how to make knives sharp and obtain their very best performance. The expert, Dr. Rudolf Dick, explains special Japanese knives, helps you choose the correct sharpening stones, and provides a detailed guide for sharpening practice. A chapter on the pinnacle of sharpening, polishing Japanese swords, completes the standard work for all users and friends of Japanese knives.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Japanese Knife Sharpening
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764346806
• ISBN 13: 9780764346804
• Binding: Spiral Bound
• Condition: New
• Weight: 413 grams

About this title

Synopsis

This is the ultimate guide to sharpening with traditional waterstones for all owners of Japanese knives. Provided are step-by-step instructions on proper knife sharpening accompanied by over 120 color photos, plus black and white graphics for clarity. Details on the care for all major blade types are also provided, along with expert advice on the use of solid, abrasive materials, and steel. Important information on care for the waterstones is also provided to keep your sharpening stones useful for many years. Readers learn how to make knives sharp and obtain their very best performance. The expert, Dr. Rudolf Dick, explains special Japanese knives, helps you choose the correct sharpening stones, and provides a detailed guide for sharpening practice. A chapter on the pinnacle of sharpening, polishing Japanese swords, completes the standard work for all users and friends of Japanese knives.

About the Author

Dr. Rudolf Dick is a leading expert in Japanese cutting tools. After numerous visits to Japan, this mechanical engineer developed an enthusiasm for forging and sharpening Japanese blades. Striving for perfection, Dr. Dick mastered the art of sharpening with waterstones.