Hold the paper in front of you and draw the blade from the top of the paper down. If the paper bends with the knife's pressure or doesn't cut cleanly, it's probably time for a thorough sharpening.

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You should sharpen European-style knives at the same angle the manufacturer put on the edge. Buy the longest steel you can handle easily. You need to listen as you draw the knife across the steel ...