This is an instructional video for beginners using guided sharpening systems. The process I have explained here will get you started. I wrote down everything I struggled with when I began and could not find answers for, I made this video before I forgot what it was like as a beginner. Feel free to ask questions. I have only been sharpening for 2 years but I will be glad to share what I do know. Good luck!
00:00 Introduction
1:47 Set up & stone description
7:13 How to place your knife in the clamps
12:18 Formatting the blade
16:14 Sharpening with the first stone
20:22 Alternative method for setting the angle of your stones
27:12 If a line appears in your bevel
30:05 Medium grit stones
37:03 Polishing stones
41:13 Stropping
44:00 Summation of key points
45:15 Sharpness test/results of technique