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Ep. 575: How to Sharpen a Knife Like a Real Man

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Knife Sharpening Techniques and Heat Treatment

Exploring the intricate process of heat treating and sharpening knives, the chapter covers methods like using a magnet to determine blade temperature for quenching. It discusses the risks of water quenching, the significance of tempering in heat treatment, and the Rockwell scale for measuring blade hardness. The importance of selecting the right steel type and edge geometry for specific tasks, along with anecdotes about broken knives and customer interactions, is also highlighted.

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