How do I sharpen a serrated bread knife?

January 30, 2004 7:31 PM

How do I sharpen this or any serrated bread knife?
posted by stbalbach to technology (3 comments total)

Diamond Machining has a list of sharpening techniques (scroll down).
posted by Smart Dalek at 7:50 PM on January 30, 2004

That sort of serration is easy for a professional to accomodate. I would suggest taking it to a local knife sharpener (ask a reputable kitchen goods store for a reference).
posted by silusGROK at 8:02 PM on January 30, 2004

If you do this yourself (sharpening can be fun!) I suggest you set-up a jig to hold the knife while you concentrate on your technique. I've never sharpened a serrated knife but I have sharpened saws, planes and chisels. Having something hold the saw, or knife in your case, is very helpful -- possibly essential. Make sure you are sitting or standing with a comfortable relationship to the knife and use smooth, long strokes.
posted by Dick Paris at 4:53 AM on January 31, 2004