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Also applies to projects and hobbies (i.redd.it)

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[-] Ashyr@sh.itjust.works 3 points 4 months ago

So the fine edge of the blade can warp as you use it. The honing rod helps straighten that back out to improve cutting. The whetstone actually removes bits of steel in order to create a new edge. Honing should be done regularly, but using a whetstone to sharpen the blade is periodic.