In the beginning, we all had that 'wow-oh my gosh moment', when using a Japanese knife for the first time, typically a Global or Shun.
The next big discovery is that there are more to Japanese knives, then Global or Shun.
At this point some people are satisfied that their knives meet their needs, and move on.
There is the group, which likes to explore different manufactures. While their are differences in the knives, the degree of separation between them is low.
Not finding any new knives that are a significant improvement over the old ones, some people move on.
Sharpening opens up a whole other world. While it takes some practice, developing an edge that surpasses one out of the the box, it doesn't take long to learn.
This is another jumping off point. Satisfied with their edges, some people move on.
There have been times, where I know six months ago, I'd been elated to get the edge that I am currently achieving, but now I want more.
What keeps me going? As my knife skills improve, i.e. edges, cutting technique, so does the quality of my food.
So what keeps you going?
Jay
The next big discovery is that there are more to Japanese knives, then Global or Shun.
At this point some people are satisfied that their knives meet their needs, and move on.
There is the group, which likes to explore different manufactures. While their are differences in the knives, the degree of separation between them is low.
Not finding any new knives that are a significant improvement over the old ones, some people move on.
Sharpening opens up a whole other world. While it takes some practice, developing an edge that surpasses one out of the the box, it doesn't take long to learn.
This is another jumping off point. Satisfied with their edges, some people move on.
There have been times, where I know six months ago, I'd been elated to get the edge that I am currently achieving, but now I want more.
What keeps me going? As my knife skills improve, i.e. edges, cutting technique, so does the quality of my food.
So what keeps you going?
Jay