How to Sharpen a Serrated Knife

Just like a plain edge knife, a serrated knife will eventually get dull when you use it. However with the right tools, you can restore a serrated knife to its original sharpness. Here's how. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Serration sharpener or sharpening kit with serration options
  • Water or lubricant
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Instructions

    • 1

      Set up your sharpening tool and follow the directions for the particular model you are using.

    • 2

      Work the hone, which should be perpendicular to the cutting edge of the knife, in a back-and-forth motion. Apply firm pressure.

    • 3

      Stop occasionally to feel the backside of the blade for a raised burr.

    • 4

      Move onto the next serrated tooth section when you feel or see the raised burr.

    • 5

      Complete this process until the ground side of the knife is completely ground. Turn the knife over.

    • 6

      Grind the burrs off the knife with a light grind of the hone. Do not sharpen the backside of the knife.

Tips & Warnings

  • Partially serrated knives, ground at a factory, usually have an angle of 20 to 25 degrees, which is the same as the plain-edged portion of the knife.

  • Check with a local kitchen supply store to find a professional knife sharpener if you need expert assistance. Many kitchen specialty stores have a professional knife sharpener visit their store several times a year.

  • A serrated knife should be sharpened only one tooth at a time.

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