I was a butcher for 13 years in the 60’s and 70’s. I was trained to sharpen knives by butchers trained in the 30’s and 40’s. Put a damp towel on the block. Put an oil or wet stone on the towel. Start with course, medium, and fine stones in sequence. I also learned to make sausage and sharpen knives at Metzgarei Hanse Bart in Uber Grinau, Bavaria, 1965 and 66. The skill is to maintain a steady and correct angle. I didn’t learn how to do that overnight. I see the value in a tool that can maintain a steady angle. 😅
@2guysandacooler
11 ай бұрын
So true. My issue has always been keeping a perfect angle with freehand sharpening.
@manofsan
2 ай бұрын
@@2guysandacooler - if we can make a potentially healthier salami without nitrites, then can we substitute some of the animal fat with vegetable fat, to possibly make it even healthier? (I don't mean substitute all of the animal fat, but just some of it)
@bobcavagnaro4142
11 ай бұрын
I use a handheld sharpener. Wining this knife sharpening system would finally allow me to have a professionally sharpened knife at all times.
@jackreaume2118
11 ай бұрын
I would never have to worry about hand sharpening my blades and worry about the angle of the grind again! Consistency with the Jenda would be awesome!
@cydrych
11 ай бұрын
My sharping system is an adjustable guide for my little 1”x30” belt sander and I use a variety of belts up to 1000 grit and then a strop with some green compound of it. It’s not great but it’s better that doing it by hand. That Jende guided sharpening system looks amazing.
@justin951159
11 ай бұрын
Hey there! 👋 I wanted to share my current knife sharpening setup with you - it consists of three whetstones. However, one of them has a noticeable dip in the middle, which makes maintaining a consistent sharpening angle quite challenging. I've had my eye on that Jende Industries guided kit, and winning it would be a game-changer. It promises to eliminate all the guesswork, ensuring I can effortlessly maintain the perfect angle while sharpening my knives. What a fantastic addition to kickstart the celebration for sausage-making, and I'm eagerly looking forward to it! Your content is fantastic; keep up the excellent work on your channel!
@cryptoowlswisetoken1565
11 ай бұрын
Already a foodie and into fermentation your videos have inspired in me a desire to quit the rat race and pursue my entrepreneurial passions and start a small business. Meat preservation is a fascinating science and trade. Your videos have been exciting and helpful in learning some of the techniques to make these products both safe and delicious. I’m constantly sharpening my knives because I make so much salami, salumi and sausage now 😂 love season 4!
@rickf.9253
11 ай бұрын
Great to see the return of Celebrate Sausage month. I would love to win the Jende sharpening system. I do a lot of home cooking, bbq, smoking and sausage making, so I would welcome the more accurate sharpening that Jende would provide over various hand held sharpeners that I’ve been using.
@michellefantasia8116
11 ай бұрын
Ive spent a lot of money on different knife sharpeners. I am not happy with they way they sharpen and ruin my knives. This Jende sharping “system” looks ideal! Thank you for the drawing.!
@GrassFarm
11 ай бұрын
Looking forward to the new season!!! I like the way you started it off….sharpen your blades!!! I don’t have any sharpening “systems”, just a bunch of waterstones that aren’t a lot of fun to use!
@user-bw8tf8qx3j
11 ай бұрын
I like the idea of having the alternative of not using nitrites if you don’t need to. Great lesson! I use a three sided wet stone.
@danielsevell5732
11 ай бұрын
Fantastic video and great sponsor! That Jende sharpening system looks like a brilliant way to keep my knives sharp. Would love one myself!
@ShepFL002
11 ай бұрын
Outdoor enthusiast learning to make sausage with my grand daughter. We process our own wild game and locally raised meat. Showing her where our food comes from. If all goes well maybe introduce at rural microbrewery. Local, local, local :) That said I have used whetstones etc. to sharpen my knives with varying results. That Jende system looks like it will do the trick and is repeatable. I could sharpen night before and end of processing so they are sharp for next session.
@daveb.misc.2589
11 ай бұрын
The sausage looks great! That sharpening system looks WAY better than the diamond cards I usually use!😎❤👍
@carolmelancon
10 ай бұрын
My Diafold Magna-guide Kit sharpening system arrived yesterday. When I first saw you had a system to recommend, I thought, "Oh, no! I haven't even unboxed the Diafold Kit and now I'll want this one." - until I saw the price of the JIGS. I'm back to being excited to open the Diafold 😉. Thank you for this annual series. I just started my first capocollo in my new TSM Dry Curing cabinet and I'm looking forward to loading it up with wonderful things.
@TheJmers2
11 ай бұрын
Thank you. A guided sharpening system would be wonderful to keep my knives sharp. I just got into this hobby thanks to you and your videos.
@karenl.377
11 ай бұрын
Happy Sausage season everyone. Thank you Eric for all you do!
@jmmybizzarri8273
11 ай бұрын
I'm currently sharpening my knife with a wet stone, and the Jende system would help me to get perfect sharpened knife every time.
@AlienInferno
11 ай бұрын
Yes! Another season of celebrate sausage. Regarding the Jende system and my knife sharpening routine. We basically just have one of those cheap, pull the knife through sharpening tools. Its not perfect but it does OK. Would really like the Jende system. I have a sharpening stone but keeping the correct angle is difficult. With this I could "refresh" our knife drawer by sharpening our ever growing pile of dull and chipped knives.
@bobricker9139
11 ай бұрын
I just started sharpening knives with wet stones. Keeping the proper angle is the hardest part. This sharpener takes care of proper angle. Sure looks like a better way to keep knifes sharp.
@cerramouspe1
11 ай бұрын
I would love to wine a decent knife sharpening system. Would love to see a French Basque Sausage in your videos. Thanks so much. I am glad October is finally here!!
@MrNandei
11 ай бұрын
Thank you Erick, big fan of the show. I use the standard rectangular ginding stone, grab the knife to an approximate angle and lock it with a finger or two. A pro setup definitely will errase human error. 👍
@adamquinton4498
11 ай бұрын
Excited for another season! I have a bunch of Worksharp sharpeners but none are great for my Japanese style knifes. It looks like the Jende system would be a perfect fit.
@c130yooperdog8
10 ай бұрын
I have learned how to sharpen knives back when I was a kid and this system looks like a great way to keep a consistent angle for the tool being sharpened. Thank you Eric for your tutorials and videos.
@scottboettcher1344
11 ай бұрын
I bought a "Chef's Choice" Trizor electric sharpener for my 30-yr-old Henckels, but it didn't play well with the thickened heel of those blades; this Jende system looks like the perfect solution! Just bought the ingredients for your Cajun Green Onion sausage recipe, can't wait to try them!
@therealknicole
11 ай бұрын
Hi there, I've been studying sausage now since Season 1. You are truly my personal sausage instructor. I would looooove to be awarded the knife sharpener. It would definitely save money on getting my knives sharpened professionally outside of the home. Travel included. I've been exploring several sharpeners that I've found online and doing comparisons. I do trust your judgement.
@johannel6542
11 ай бұрын
I am so stoked that Season Four has kicked off! My go-to sharpening kit for knives with blades up to 18 -20cm is a Lansky sharpening set. For longer knives I use a Warthog Multi-Edge kit. I also have a Warthog V-Sharp. I can see how the Jende Kit can sharpen a wider variety of knife blade sizes. The setup and operation of the system also seems more advanced than my Lansky set, and easier to operate than my Warthog Multi-Edge. Holding thumbs that my name be drawn.😎🤠
@RobertDiBiase-of6vv
11 ай бұрын
Great start to season 4! Thank you for bringing it to us. I began sausage making on Christmas 2023 with a gift of a grinder! I currently sharpen my knives with a carbide stone but I have a difficult time maintain the proper angle. The Jenda Industries sharpening system will help take my meat cutting and butchering to the next level in terms of speed, accuracy and most importantly safety ! Great recipe. Being able to produce fermented sausage in a nitrite itrate free way is a great option.
@mikenicholson2548
11 ай бұрын
I just set up a new home meat shop. I sharpen my knives by hand with stones. The problem is keeping the right angle of the blade. The Jende looks like it would be really nice for the angle of the blade to keep it true. Looks like a great product.
@jerrybrown4799
11 ай бұрын
I can keep a fairly good edge on my knives with a stone. But I can’t keep the same angle with every pass. That’s why I think the Jenda sharpening system would be a great addition to my set of tools. Love your videos
@Saltybrewbro
11 ай бұрын
Currently taking knifes to local sharpener. A Jende sharpener would be a life saver.
@Brewer35
11 ай бұрын
I keep my grinder knives and plates razor sharp using Jende industries lapping plate. Love Celebrate Sausage 🍾 🎉🎉
@coloradosunsa
11 ай бұрын
Getting the angle right on any sharpening system is my PITA. Having something like the guided knife system would really help me keep better edges.
@mattreich6573
11 ай бұрын
Who else is using an old wet stone...I must have gotten mine when I was in boy scouts. In fact I'm not sure if I should be soaking it first, using oil, or just a splash of water on it. And from years of improper use and technique the center is worn more than the edges. But despite all that, I do manage to get a useable edge on my knives. A nice new jig would definitely help when I butcher our 2 hogs this December!
@donaldsmith5641
11 ай бұрын
Love watching your videos, they never fail to give me the hungries. I have a Lansky. Although it works fair on pocket knives, I don't even try it with my hunting or kitchen knives. I just use the old whetstone that my dad gave me, in the two piece wood box he carved for it. Needless to say I've never known what its like to use knives as sharp as yours. It would be wonderful to slice through meat instead of sawing through it.
@brendacoronato6379
11 ай бұрын
I look forward to this every year! I do not have a good sharpening system yet in my arsenal. Thanks for the videos!
@eugenepanek3098
10 ай бұрын
Been enjoying your channel now for four years since I started making sausage. Used your technique on sharpening your dies and cutting blades. Using a lapping plate would be better than a flat cutting board that I have been using
@kirkschaffner9939
11 ай бұрын
For sharpening, I have a basic wet stone. Would love to have that sharpening system, it looks quick and easy!
@erezgonen6412
11 ай бұрын
I actually use Lansky's guided sharpening system which is super basic but also super cheap. I would love to try Jende's sharpening system and see how it compares.
@sebasti3n
11 ай бұрын
Great video Eric. I use a good old three steps stone for sharpening my knives. It's a bit more complicated but works like a charm.
@carterelmore3593
11 ай бұрын
You guys are awesome and I love your recipes. I’m digging the knife sharpener as well; I’ve tried a different vendors version and was very unhappy. I currently use a tri-hone electric systems and just feel like my blades don’t hold an edge long enough. Keep on sausaging!
@alanstanley8226
11 ай бұрын
i sharpen razor sharp edges with just a wet stone and diamond plate been butchering since i was 11 still took me ten years to get the steady muscle memory to do so. recommend guided sharpeners unless you got spare ten years
@tpcdelisle
11 ай бұрын
I have to admit, as much as we cook, I don’t have a decent sharpening system. The Jende system looks like the ticket. I’m definitely going to check it out. So good to be here for Celebrate Sausage season 4. 👍👍😇
@Dave_Bohon
11 ай бұрын
Hey, Eric! I'm super excited for CSS4! I appreciate that Jende is kicking in one of their guided sharpeners for the cause. I make many of my own knives, and I have a Work Sharp powered sharpener that provides a decent edge, without a huge amount of effort. I like the Jende, in that it requires no power, and it should produce a dead flat grind with much more consistency. I suspect I can modify a mill file to fit in the sharpening stone holder, and use it to shape the original bevels on my knives with that same consistency. Here's hoping I'll find out!
@marywebb1138
11 ай бұрын
I have many knife sharpeners. However, it's that angle that is tricky. Having something that does that for you is a great bonus.😊
@dartheo9148
11 ай бұрын
I currently use a set of whetstones and a leather strop. The sharpening system would make that whole process so much easier. Great video as usual.
@dadekian
11 ай бұрын
I use a whets ton and I never feel 100% confident I’ve got my angle right. This system looks very interesting. Thanks.
@jamiescott9482
11 ай бұрын
My knife sharpening set up is usually wet stones and steels. Thanks for the video.
@cjohn678
11 ай бұрын
I love the celebrate sausage series! As someone who is new to sausage making, your videos are very inspiring. With regards to the sharpening system, that would make life mich easier than using a handheld hone and I would love to try it out. I also was wondering if you had any DIY ideas (or could point us to someone who does) for a humidified sausage chamber for home use. The commercial units are quite pricey. Your work is very much appreciated Eric!
@adventureawaits3646
11 ай бұрын
I have no problem with regular curing (and can't stop laughing at the "uncured -except for nitrates and nitrites found in celery juice" scam), but am curious about trying this new curing medium nonetheless. Would be fun to make two batches at the same time and then compare directly. As for my current sharpening system, it's depicted between these two brackets below: ( ) hope you enjoy the colorful illustration, my last sharpening was done by some robot at Ace Hardware, LOL. Now I just need a curing chamber and clear the space to put it! SO TEMPTING! Thanks for an other great recipe!
@ChristopherBrown-xg6un
11 ай бұрын
I sharpen most of my knives on a Norton tri-stone set up. Followed by a canvas strop with white rouge.
@jim6682
11 ай бұрын
My dull knives could sure use that system. Looking forward to your Celebrate Sausage videos Eric. Thanks.
@scottwilliams4383
5 ай бұрын
It's refreshing to finally find a way to make something so good without harmful chemicals.
@GeoffSchley
11 ай бұрын
Love everything Salami and sausage!! My knife sharpening is pretty simple, and not the best. I just use a flat stone without a guide, or I use my 8" table grinder. So its a pretty rough job. That sharpener would be a game changer.
@mikenewman4078
11 ай бұрын
Interesting. I make my own sausages but haven't been game to try fermented meat products yet. I can make good beer and spirits though with long fermentation. I've been keeping things sharp for almost 60 years having tried a variety of tools. What I have used for the last couple of years is wheels made of MDF fitted to an 8" grinder. I use valve grinding paste on one wheel and metal polish on the other. Almost no material is removed and the edge is long lasting.
@Texas4x
11 ай бұрын
Great job! Glad it's Sausage Season again! I use a Lansky sharpening system but it can be a little fiddly sometimes. The Jende looks like a winner!
@williamwalters581
11 ай бұрын
40 years I'm still using the steel and my Dexter Russell knives and tri-stone!
@mountainmissionary
11 ай бұрын
I always fight with dull knives, so the Jende system looks great! What and awesome kick off to celebrate sausage!
@andrepatterson7058
11 ай бұрын
Hello Eric. I have an old knife sharpener. The jende sharpener looks like the right knife sharpener that would help me up my sharpening still. I have always struggled to keep my angles when sharpened my knives. The jende looks like the perfect fit.
@danhoyt9961
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the great information you share. I've been interested in sausage making for a long time. Worked in the sausage kitchen for Hormel in the early eighties and made thousands and thousands of pounds of everything from cocktail smokies to huge bologna. Got back into it as a hobby three or four years ago.
@sarah.sconnie
11 ай бұрын
We process a couple hundred pounds of pork, beef, and wild game each year, and the JIGS would be a game changer!
@boatworkstoday
11 ай бұрын
Sharpening system looks pretty slick. I have a Tormek but rarely use it because of the mess :-/
@mattnelson3635
10 ай бұрын
That Jende jig looks great! I tried using water stones to sharpen my knives a few years ago. Took me hours and haven’t properly sharpened my knives since.
@tazblink
11 ай бұрын
I have tried several sharpening systems with limited success, I just don't have the knack but this one might work for me. Thanks for sharing your video.
@tompalis8268
11 ай бұрын
I have gotten into trying to make some sausages, I have had good luck with your Lap Cheong recipe but cutting all the meat was a pain, I keep my knives as sharp as I can but I only use an old fashioned whetstone and have problems always maintaining the correct angle, That system you have there and showed is amazing,
@gotmilk1061
11 ай бұрын
First of all i want to be clear I'm still an amateur and probably am doing it worg but right now im using a 220/1000, and a 4000/8000 wet stone, i whold love to be able to sharpen my knives un less then 3-4 hours with a consistent angel!
@USAFTACP
11 ай бұрын
I'm definitely in need for a kit to sharpen my grinding plate and knives. Thank you Eric and Jende
@johnlewis9718
11 ай бұрын
i actually really suck at sharpening knives i give them to my son in-laws to put an edge on them for me lol, having one of these I think even i couldn't stuff it up !! Congrats on the new series looking forward to watching it.
@EvrttGrn
11 ай бұрын
A dull knife is a dangerous knife. I love the sausage making series. I'd LOVE to have their sharpener system but, way out of my price range, so fingers crossed.
@thewholewheat5010
11 ай бұрын
Looks amazing! Welcome back for season 4! That knife sharpening tool would save me hours of time as I working 14 hour days at he moment… Good luck Keith the rest of the season
@lauriebrown2852
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for your work! We are a fledgling custom butchery and sharp knives are a must! TheJIGS system would be a big help
@shannonsteward4034
11 ай бұрын
i have been sharping my knives by hand forever but im always open to new ways to sharpen them
@louisianacooker321
11 ай бұрын
I have just recently started sharpening my own knives (well, trying to) and this jig would be a game changer.
@JudgemasterMarche
11 ай бұрын
That is actually the best sharpening jig I've seen, if it can do larger knives I have several pieces that would become manageable.
@2guysandacooler
11 ай бұрын
I agree. It's solid stainless steel and built like a tank!!! Works great on the larger knives.
@mikew9568
11 ай бұрын
That sharpener system looks really nice. I use a Japanese water stone to sharpen my favorite knife and for the rest I use a diamond whetstone. It’s a learning experience for aure
@vfromid2186
11 ай бұрын
Yes! Let's sharpen our knives!
@user-zb5mz1em5p
11 ай бұрын
I think I have watched every one of your videos! I love the information I'm getting and the tips. I got most of my knives when I got married 56 years ago. I try to keep them sharp mostly with a rod. I do have some Ulu knives and I wonder if they might work for cutting up meat for sausage and if anyone has tried them?
@roberteaston2997
11 ай бұрын
Great recipe as always, can't wait to try this next weekend. As for Knife sharpening, I have to take mine to a local guy, he does a good job, but I am without my knives for a day, so being able to sharpen at home easier would be great. I've tried stones, etc, but I end up messing up my knives
@1jugglethis
11 ай бұрын
I use a simple 2 grit whetstone, with a touch of water, and finish with a diamond steel.
@michaelogden5958
11 ай бұрын
I'm a sharp knife snob. But it is a challenge to get it right and (for me) excessively time-consuming. I currently use a King wet stone and a King dry stone. Great videos!
@michaelw7249
11 ай бұрын
Very excited for this year's celebrate sausage series. I will enjoy it more with some sharp knives 😂. I've always wanted to use stones, but, afraid I'll get the angle wrong. I've been using the sharpeners with the wheels. They do ok, but, I have nice knives and they're never as sharp as when I got them. Sign me up for the Jende sharpening system. Great videos!
@phansen657
11 ай бұрын
Fantastic looking salami. Going to make this. Most of the time, I sharpen with an old fashioned sharpening stone.
@davidrettey2079
11 ай бұрын
I have never been able to keep my knifes as sharp as I they should be. This system looks like the key to solving my problem
@kissmate6418
11 ай бұрын
I use a 1000/6000 grit whetstone. The jig can help to maintain the angle of my edges.
@joeyhardin1288
11 ай бұрын
Thank you. Looking forward to Season 4. I have the Bavarian Edge sharpener. It does OK, but the Jenda looks wonderful. God Bless and stay safe.
@JAdams-jx5ek
11 ай бұрын
Season 4 ! I'm ready. My sharpening system is sandpaper laid on a thick piece of plate glass, and sharpening by guess. It works....... sort of. Jende would work a lot better.
@matthewkinney6798
11 ай бұрын
The only sharpening system I have is on the back of a can opener lol. I am just getting started with making sausage and would definitely benefit from a knife sharpening system. Love what I saw with the Jende system. Will definitely be looking into it when I can.
@khminnesota
11 ай бұрын
My current knife sharpener is a plastic handle with two ceramic angled pieces. A sharpened knife doesn't last long that way. Since I found your channel, my friends and family have been having me help process their venison into various sausages from your videos. After last year's summer sausage, I think I have the job. I'm going to be doing a lot of processing this hunting season! Thank you for this channel; I'll have fun projects to do for a long, long time!
@cynthiapierce4184
11 ай бұрын
Great sausage. My current sharpening stone is a flat stone. The guided sharpener would be great to keep the angle even.
@DouglasESturm
10 ай бұрын
I currently just use a whetstone and go to town. The Jende system would really help make things come out the same every time. That would be nice.
@addysbeeandgarden320
11 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you run celebrate sausage in October! It's like a little birthday gift every day!😂 Thanks for working so hard on it. The Jende sharpener looks awesome!
@victormaack2353
11 ай бұрын
Awesome video Eric so excited about the new season. Great way to start it off. I am definitely definitely lacking in the sharpening department. The Jende system looks like a solid upgrade to anything I use. Thankyou Eric for all your time and effort. Cheers
@cabighorse
11 ай бұрын
Congratulations on Season 4. I wish my life away waiting for this inspirational series. Love the sharpening system opening. Beats the pants off my whet stone, but it works well enough for now. Welcome back to my home!
@jere29555
11 ай бұрын
I sharpen mine by hand on a fine bench stone and leather strap. That sharpening would make things allot easier.
@serjicalforce
10 ай бұрын
I just have a Cuisinart knife set and have used those diamond honers and electric knife sharpeners and nothing compares to when i take it to ralphs store and they sharpen it for me. I moved away from those stores and now just buy knives when others get dull. I want a good knife and this sharpener set to get that professional edge.
@user-fc8rp4fc3p
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for running this contest. I need a good sharping system, and I enjoy all your sausage videos.
@alephe57
11 ай бұрын
Excellent work. Special presentation without the use of traditional healing salts. Using alternatives is healthy and creative. Thank you and please continue your educational work in this area of the kitchen.
@dlr553
11 ай бұрын
That's an interesting alternative to nitrites/nitrates. I'll have to give it a try. As for the Jende sharpening system... All my knives are dull. Looks like the easy solution.
@chrismcreynolds9705
11 ай бұрын
This is a great channel on the art of sausage making. I really need to improve consistency in my knife sharpening.
@HVACRTECH-83
11 ай бұрын
Looks like a nice sharpening device. I love kitchen gadgets. That salame looks killer Eric
@johnbelvedere5040
11 ай бұрын
I love Celebrate Sausage! The Jende sharping system is very interesting. I may have to take a deep dive into that🧐
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