Instructions

1

Hold the steel rod in one hand so that it is pointing down on a nonskid surface.
2

Place the heel of the knife, which is the end that is closest to the handle, flush against the steel rod. The tip should point out at a 20-degree angle. Draw the knife down slowly in an arc.
3

Repeat Step 2 two or three times for each side of the knife.
4

Keep your knife blades working properly and make sure to hone them each time you use them.