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Knife Sharpening Class — London (The Dusty Knuckle, Dalston)
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We're coming out for A One-Off London Workshop on Friday 19th June!
We’ll be bringing our sharpening class to London for a single session at The Dusty Knuckle in Dalston. This is a one-off event with just 10 places available, allowing plenty of time for individual guidance and support throughout.
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Learn to Sharpen Your Knives Properly
This is a hands-on introduction to freehand whetstone sharpening, a 2 hour lesson designed to give you the confidence and understanding to sharpen your own knives at home. This is the exact same format as our Ilkley workshops — practical, straightforward, and focused on building a repeatable method.
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What You’ll Learn
We’ll cover the core principles of sharpening with no jargon so you can take out the guesswork going forward. By the end of the session, you’ll understand:
• The essential theory behind knife sharpening
• The different types of whetstone and how to use them effectively
• The key to getting your knives sharp every time
• How apply everything you've learned with proper technique
• How to maintain your knives between sharpenings
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Hands-On, Start to Finish
This is a fully practical class. You’ll work on your own knives throughout the session, with guidance at every stage to help you build confidence and consistency.
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What to Bring
Please bring up to 3–4 knives to sharpen. These should be stright edge kitchen knives only — no serrated blades or scissors AND PLEASE MAKE SURE THEY'RE WELL WRAPPED AND BAGGED FOR TRANSPORT!
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What’s Included
• Use of all sharpening equipment on the day
• Step-by-step guidance throughout and a pdf guide for reference
• A stropping paddle to take home (RRP £18)
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Key Details
•Friday 19th June, 1830-2030
• Location: The Dusty Knuckle, Dalston, Abbot St, London E8 3DP
• Duration: 2 hours
• Capacity: Maximum 10 people
• Experience level: Suitable for complete beginners
PLEASE NOTE - THIS EVENT IS NOT SUBJECT TO DISCOUNTS
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