Read a similar thing in a food blog about how pull-throughs basically grind the edge into a jagged mess over time. Switched to a cheap whetstone last month and yeah, the difference is honestly embarrassing.

...the tip and the grandson made up for the commentary, that's for sure. Some folks just gotta prove they know stuff.

wait, that's not quite right. dry brushing is generally better for fragile stuff, but some sites actually need a little water to loosen clay before you even touch it. the trick is knowing the context, not just swapping one tool for another.