BBQ and Knife Sharpening With Champion Harry Soo

Sharpening knives and talking BBQ with National champion Harry Soo. See Harry learn knife sharpening live in my studio and see how you can improve your sharpening skills. Learn how to correct common sharpening mistakes and tips on how to get the sharpest knives possible.
Also, see Harry showing offer his BBQ smoking pitmaster skills.
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[@Burrfection]

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[@CardsharkMr]

Harry has the right outlook on life. Real sharp Guy, and He is right that life is so short.

[@oijans]

I know it's a bit late 3 years after but if you do want to ship something to Norway, either a knife to repair or an old Slap Yo' Daddy item, I won't hold you back. You've got me hooked on knives and BBQ season never stops in this country. Winter is a great season for all of these things.

[@asdf52708]

i absolutely love harry, what a cool guy👍

[@Burrfection]

He is a classic

[@obriets]

A real chemistry going on between you. Very entertaining, and funny

[@caidelander2561]

Do a live stream ,then it can be like a class

[@gashosimon2678]

I have a proposal for a video for you. Since your channel name is Burrfection, how about you take your favorite knife, the best of the best and take a selection of stones that you think are the best and sharpen that knife to the most best possible sharpness you could manage. Top of the line what you can do. In a true Burrfection style going all out, the best skill with the best equipment. No limitations, stropping, pastes... What do people think about this proposal?

[@Burrfection]

haha. i'll see what i can do

[@shadyeskimo]

@@Burrfection Did you already make this video? Maybe do a remake with the new knives you brought back from the artisans in Japan.

[@pecopecof8074]

Imagen how babyback maniac comes behind and says "T-Roy wants his WSM back." Harry: " Well, i give it to MadScintiest to proove offsets are not the best!" Babyback maniac: "im glad you didn't give it to EJ Masa, he will sell it for alcohol"!

[@Orpimann]

I would love to try the Rub or the sauce

[@SlapYoDaddyBBQ]

You can try some if you live near me in Diamond Bar. Or, you can find them on my website www.slapyodaddybbq.com/store/ and on Amazon tinyurl.com/lqh5mdn

[@forrestcohen4049]

Why are there jeans hanging in the background?

[@daniellugo5425]

Champ go to swap meets in Los Angeles👍🏾 you can buy the old rusty high end knives rehab them in a video and sell them once they're done👍🏾

[@Burrfection]

great idea! time to go shopping

[@daniellugo5425]

I just found a shapleigh's hammer forged from 1890 an old Japanese nakiri and a Chinese cleaver. All rusted and chipped I spent 3 dollars and I've restored 1 so far. So much fun👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Thechef_OOTK]

Live streaming knife lessons! I would Patron for it :P

[@mnapier4795]

Harry had a couple of liveners in the motor before he arrived. So awkward. Loollzziieesss. He won't be back

[@Burrfection]

Harry is a good guy

[@hawkchun]

Harry seems like such a laid back guy. The videos with him are some of my favorites. It would be great to see you guys cooking together and trying the food.

[@Burrfection]

haha. yeah, he's chill. great guy and full of energy

[@SquidandCatAdventures]

Yes, he can bbq for you and show some great tips. I think both of your audiences would have a lot of overlap.

[@desmundlighten3603]

We need more of these @harrysoo

[@nathanscott299]

I love watching you guys sharpening Harry Soo is go on like 20 cups of coffee and talks a lot and Ricky i feel cant keep up it's funny at times.

[@Burrfection]

Harry's got a lot to say, so I let him go.

[@SquidgyBidgey]

Harry seems to be a genuinely lovely bloke.Really enjoyable vid. and even though this was almost a get to know your host and his guest vid I still learned a bit about knife sharpening.

[@Burrfection]

thanks, mate! just keeping it real and having some fun.

[@temporalpassage]

Wow, I follow this channel for over a year and just stumbled upon this video. This is the first time I saw Harry, and I find him so delightful I searched his channel and subscribed without watching his video before! 😄👍 And speaking of Morgan Freeman, Harry has a high pitched Freeman voice. 😅

[@Burrfection]

LOL love the Morgan Freeman reference.

[@stevenshewfelt888]

grandmasters; there is only one way tot he top of the mountain RYKY and Harry: we know some shortcuts

[@ajdi92]

Why I have never seen this video. KZbin should've recommended me this lol

[@tundraotto]

Harry is not much of a listener is he? :)

[@SlapYoDaddyBBQ]

Yes, and Harry also talks too much. LOL! Seriously, Ryky should be a talk show host as his demeanor brings out the talking side of his guests.

[@DonW1953]

Harry Soo Lol Harry 😅

[@gashosimon2678]

luckily hes not talking crap. makes sense what he is talking about.

[@aquabomber]

Haha I noticed that also and he is invading rykys personal space

[@tselfe11]

Great video. Can definitely see a huge improvement in Harry s sharpening skills from the video.

[@AltonandJeanne]

Loved that BBQ Pitmaster show!!! Don't want that Slap Yo Daddy, send it my way! ;-)

[@AGC828]

Welcome to the Harry Soo Show!! LOL!! Geeeez...

[@yesdeere1376]

Well.... how was the BBQ?

[@mrpndaman129]

Terrible

[@rpp9535]

I never would have thought you were shy until I saw the videos with you and Harry. When Harry really gets going I can see you struggling to get a word in and then not even trying. lol He has such a bold personality, the difference is night and day. I was really hoping to see you sharpen the slicer. I would really love to see you review and do more with slicers and/or carving knives. Something designed for carving the Thanksgiving turkey/Christmas ham/Sunday roast. A slicer/carving knife is on my future purchase list. I'd also like to see the knives in real use, perhaps some videos on proper cutting grips, cutting strokes and protecting your knife on the cutting board for newbies like me. On a side note, I wanted to say thank you for your rapid reply to my message. I've ordered the Naniwa Chosera 800 and it should be here Wednesday. I'm hoping to be able to get the 3000 next month. :)

[@Burrfection]

right on. thanks for the comment. i'll do a few slicer sharpening videos soon. just realized i have not done a sharpening video for a particular style of knife in so long.

[@Specter1031]

RPP what was your question about the stones? I was between King KDS and the Shapton Pro, but he advised King was better as long as my knives are not hard, but I have Dalstrong HRC 62+ so they are hard. Now I'm wondering about KDS vs Naniwa Super Stone. Or if I do decide to spend a little more, Shapton Glass vs Naniwa Chosera

[@rpp9535]

My question was based on an old video from his first time using/reviewing the Naniwa Choseras and the Naniwa Super Stones where he'd mentioned the Super Stones being "more forgiving" for beginners due to their slower cutting speed. I too have a Dalstrong Shogun Series X Gyuto so due to the high HRC he recommended the Choseras, as the Super Stones would struggle with a knife so hard and would take much longer. After thinking about it I decided that despite the faster cutting speed and "less forgiving" nature of the Choseras, the longer I spend on the stone, the more likely I am to lose my angle and screw something up so his recommendation made perfect sense to me. Plus, I get to see through his videos how my exact knife SHOULD behave on my exact stone which is super helpful for me considering I'm just getting started.

[@Specter1031]

RPP I'm curious if he thinks the Shapton Glass stones would work better since they are harder and from what I hear work their best on harder metals.

[@litano]

hey Ricky, Im a retired vegeterain chef/restaurant owner since 1973, Love your videos, Just bought some Japanese knives from a knife shop in Kyoto. If you have any knife angle guides, can I have one? thanks, Lloyd

[@tselfe11]

Great video. Can see a big improvement in Harry's sharpening skills from the first video.

[@ThePremanand711]

Man Daddy yooo and Ricky are quite a pair man. Splendid presentation with all the wealth of knowledge on burrfection

[@GonzalezFamily-l9z]

Love the videos! I have been enjoying them so much, great views, and amazing tips for sharpening! Thank you Mr. Ryky for all the time and effort you have put into this! Been enjoying the content so much I'm just going through all of your videos and listening to them as I go throughout my day! I would definitely love to have a class! I visit California anywhere from 1-2 times a year, and would love to take a class where I get to sharpen with my favorite knife sharpener! God bless.

[@samiamx12]

Hey burrfection, I was wondering if you teach privately I have dreams of sharpening knives professionally and would love to get some knowledge or tips of the trade.

[@birminghamkoiaquatics1656]

HI RICKY , IM ALWAYS VIEWING YOUR VIDEOS AWSOME SIR , CAN I GET A FREE ANGLE KNIFE SHARPENER THANK YOU SIR Colin Ahmed courtesy of harry

[@victorluiz2099]

Lovely guys who made a beautiful and great video. I'm really learning a lot about sharpening with this channel. Well, actually, by watching this video, I can see how much we have to learn about mutual cooperation and excellence at work. To say the least. Thank you all.

[@justinkinter8651]

I know this channel is about the fans for sure. If I spent ten minutes with this guy I’d never want to have him back but judging from all the positive comments I’m guessing that the audience loves so I don’t know how much of an option not having Harry back is lol don’t get me wrong, he’s an awesome guy, I guess just some people have a low threshold for motor mouthing, I put myself at the top of that list lol

[@christophersmith8028]

Talk about a great video. Came here for the blade sharpening and stuck around for the great life conversations. Quality production and guest for sure. Everyone should watch this as a reminder about the little things in life. Cheers!

[@demonman1234]

This may be a old video, but, bruteforce is also a method of hacking. It's when you try passwords against something over and over until you eventually run out, or get in.

[@martinnorbeck4657]

Love Harry Soo, Just came across Burrfection. Looking for knife sharpening vids led me here. Kinda late to the party.

[@matthewfitzwater1967]

So I didn't get to see if you showed how to sharpen the long slicing knife. I have one at home and i'm planning to get into sharpening. How would I go about sharpening my long slicing knife?

[@Voligare]

you can slap my daddy, ill take one of those spices if you can ship to canada!

[@Frankallen12]

Love your Videos and I am trying to learn Knife Sharpening from you! Please send me a Tab. Thanks so much!

[@Burrfection]

tab?

[@Quintis1983]

I have been watching your videos for the last two weeks Bought a KDS and now finally have sharp kitchen knives! If you have any tabs left that would be awesome so I can dial in the angle! thanks for this channel!

[@ChuckieT266]

I'm looking for some tabs also!! Please send them over if you have extras thank you!!

[@skullkrusher4418]

What are tabs?

[@jerrygrivois8169]

I use that Sinbad knife for 8 to 12 hours a day cutting meat. Victorinox makes a good butcher knife

[@mayoface1]

I would watch your long videos, Harry. I'm a fan of "slow" watching. Give it a shot!

[@forrestcohen4049]

Man!! what is up with that dude? Lmao. Ricky has so much patience for putting up with him on his video

[@craigkeller]

When you spend big money on a custom knife, your also supporting an artisan who is gatekeeping the art.

[@birminghamkoiaquatics1656]

HI AGAIN RICKY , HARRY MENTIONED GETTING A STROP IT WOULD BE GREAT IF POSSIBLE THANKS COLIN

[@courageousdynasty1504]

I would appreciate a tab which can keep the angle Thanks

[@robertdake594]

I could almost smell that Brisket ! I'd like to try some of that seasoning 😎

[@TheKyklon]

Do you have a video or a online video How to Sharp My knife so i can see it Meny times or i Cant rember becous of a acident... Hope you can help me ..or write to me if it iS i answer fast..i Am from Denmark 🇩🇰... Mvh kim Thomsen

[@TheKyklon]

And whit number on stones i have to nye..and How Meny Thanks...

[@Chefandknife]

but yeah still need more practice for knife sharpening and I am looking to learn more about technical things for knife sharpening

[@mw3isbetterthanmw22]

The guest doesn’t stfu lmao he’s like taking the show away from the guest

[@chipcarpenter6009]

These two are such a treat to listen to and their positive energies are so contagious :)

[@Burrfection]

haha. thank you for your kind words

[@ZackTheRipperr]

Harry, lol. Not even close. Take away the focus needed to learn a new skill, and the mindset needed to learn any such skill to be skilled. Glory of the interior is only good for a time. Harry I have seen a video of yours and was not unhappy. Be respectful of your collaborators.

[@Burrfection]

haha. Harry is a good guy with lots of energy and lots to say

[@horriblebreast]

im really enjoying the harry videos. seems like you two have some fun together. keep up the good work and thanks for the upload!

[@Burrfection]

yeah, he's great fun.

[@forrestcohen4049]

@@Burrfection great annoyance too?

[@GAUDIOPHILE]

Great video and lots of wisdom to be found here, thank you.

[@yuvalhadaya2648]

Where do you get you stone from? I found out that the Kyocera stones are not so easy to come across

[@dynotrooper]

WOW! This guy doesn't listen! Why bother coming to hear from a professional if you're literally not going to take any advising? And stop shouting Ricky out as if he needs it, psh! This dude needs to be humbled real bad. I don't care if he's the best BBQ cooker in the world, still don't know anything about sharpening, I'll surely not be buying any of his products 👎

[@SquidandCatAdventures]

80-15-5 rule. :)

[@nadergt1]

Exactly. Not only BBQ doesn't listen but keeps interrupting him. It's like as if he needs to show him and everyone else how much he knows and what a knowledgeable person he is and talks about the important things in life, but he still hasn't learned how to let others speak and how disrespectful it is to interrupt.

[@Bobby_Digital_23]

Good to see that im not the only one with a sharpeningaddiction on the planet

[@bobcarr2464]

That dude totally took over your show he said enough get the hook out

[@ThePremanand711]

Fantastic collaboration brooooooo. Lovvvvvvvvvv it

[@jetobey5656]

Please do "D2" preparation and final honing. It is my favorite knife steel, considering most every alloy, and "D2" won out. It may be hard to find in "kitchen" knives. I have several fine custom hunting knives in that alloy and though they have dressed out many large deer, they have not required anything but a DMT diamond stick. But in the rotation, they now could use a stone. I will respect your reactions, but I have detailed many fine custom knives. 60 years experience---actually trained by a demanding grandfather.

[@kdawson020279]

I had to watch a lot of videos to figure out why the technique I used for my carbon steel leather tools didn't produce good results on ultrahard tool steel [CPM S30V] and it's because I was not patient and not paying enough attention to the subtleties. I will say that being unable to remove much material period makes it easy to check the progression of the burr from side to side, and I actually get it. Now that I understand what sharpening and honing are and that they are not interchangeable terms a little better, I have put a good edge that cuts paper and shaves back on it and regular everyday steels now seem easy by comparison. Thanks for the reviews and technique lessons.

[@tagontag]

This is awesome!

[@Matt-lv4rj]

Got in to cooking a bit heavier due to Pandemic, and love to try new hobbies out. Was using CHEAP knives that were all super knicked up and after purchasing my first high quality knife set, was determined to sharpen the old ones up and landed on your video. Got to give a shout out to you Ryky as you got me in to this as a new hobby and have gotten asked by a bunch of friends to touch up their knives. I've seen probably 30 videos (many numerous times), but the Harry combo (especially seeing the massive improvement) is an awesome combo even after over 4 years of this video being made. There's so much positive energy and enthusiasm. I normally never subscribe on KZbin, but wanted to let you know how awesome this channel is even after years of old videos.

[@edwrd1990]

two of my favorite youtubers :)

[@majidzyai]

Harry could you shut up for 1 minute?

[@RandyNacol]

Harry the little wedge your friend was using would be very helpful. I've not sharpened cooking knives however i have pocket knives ..my favorite way to keep the correct angle is by putting my thumb on the stone , it's not as precise but works , smaller knives .

[@bigmanbbqnj]

The Harry Soo videos are awesome. You must make one with you cooking BBQ. Maybe you can do a short knife sharpening class at Harry's BBQ class.... thanks for your vids Ryky

[@Pistonburn]

Fantastic, Two guys I watch on a regular basis. You guys are great !! Oh and I just purchased a sharpening kit from Burfection today so the Learning Begins ...

[@sqicyo_0432]

i just wanted to say i enjoy watching your video's verry mutch and i thingk it is mostley becoz, you ceep it real and tell us everything that you know and what works for you, also 55:30 harry you should do a live stream or someting, i think a lot of ppl will enjoy seeing a bbq master do his magic, i know i would

[@Gnuddelunke]

This is deep and philosophical. I enjoyed watching you guys very much and wish, I was a part of it. Or was I? Greetings from Germany.

[@brianiac888]

Hi Ryky, Started seeing your videos and love the way you teach.... by example! Would love some tabs if you still have some. I have also just started sharpening my knives Love the process and the result

[@reginaldpringle3386]

Great video. I was able to get the same results as Mr. Soo and while it was good enough for my uses, I still wasn't completely satisfied. After watching the video, I came to the conclusion that I had to have been sharpening my knives at too low of an angle too. I fixed this issue tonight and got a really cheap knife sharper than any blade I'd ever sharpened before. For the first time, I was able to feel a definitive burr. Thanks a ton. I look forward to freshening up the edges on my whole arsenal.

[@95SLE]

Wow, I just discovered your channel and who pops up? On e of my BBQ hero's. I love his videos and philosophy on BBQ. He gives so much more than he takes.

[@Mosin-76254]

Nice of your Guest to let you get a word in ...........occasionally. Your ears must be ringing after spending a couple of hours with him !!

[@johnwakamatsu3391]

I like Harry Soo's philosophy of life and you should make use of your time because time is more valuable than gold.

[@Zaku186]

I googled "how to clean a wet stone" cause im still learning how to use one and watched a few of your vids and next thing i know im watching a lot of them. i like these with you and him he is a cool guy and you complement eachother well.

[@wedonotforgivewedonotforge3031]

do you use just stones or do you use different types of steels also ...eg conical or oval diamond or ceramic etc ....i seem to mess up alot of decent knives on the honing steels perhaps i ought to try with the stones

[@videowithdamir]

so funny and pleasent to watch this video :) you guys are awesome!

[@kingcobrahs]

Dude can’t stop talking

[@daniellugo5425]

Can you sell me any old stone you have laying around I will pick them up ASAP I'm in la too l.

[@markosz22]

OMG, Harry is such a good, and intelligent man. It's a pleasure to listen to him, and he can sure talk a lot.

[@mikestone7551]

Great channel. New subscriber. 6 videos watched so far. Keep up the good content.

[@Akshunone]

Such a great video! Harry is one of my Hero's!! And I'm a new fan to Ricky! Really enjoyed te video!!!

[@Dsharples94]

Thanks for all your information can't wait to get a sharpening set up started only have 1 stone

[@colinhathaway9493]

Hey Ricky. I’d love a tab and would also love one of your strops if possible

[@johnnewman3316]

Hey Ricky. Please send me a tab. Love the videos. Please keep up the good work

[@dynotrooper]

So sorry Ricky, you deserve someone in there that respects you more and will listen to what you say. Ricky has a heart of gold to have this guy back on his show, wow! 👏

[@forrestcohen4049]

I thought the exact same thing. He’s like trampling all over him every second of the vid

[@Adorn2342]

HI ricky, I was wondering if I could get those starter tabs to try out.

[@kevinweaver4265]

You'll need to flatten the brick first! God help the flattening stone.

[@fredswift4855]

VG-10 is a cutlery grade stainless steel produced in Japan. The name stands for V Gold 10 ("gold" meaning quality), or sometimes V-Kin-10 (V金10号) (kin means "gold" in Japanese). It is a stainless steel with a high carbon content containing 1% Carbon, 15% Chromium, 1% Molybdenum, 0.2% Vanadium, 1.5% Cobalt, and 0.5% Manganese.[1] The VG-10 stainless steel was originally designed by Takefu Special Steel Co. Ltd.,[2] based in Takefu, Fukui Prefecture, Japan (the former cutlery/sword-making center of Echizen). Takefu also made another version: VG10W, which contains 0.4% tungsten.[citation needed] Almost all VG-10 steel knife blades are manufactured in Japan. VG-10 was originally aimed at Japanese chefs, but also found its way into sports cutlery

[@curseofthegreat]

Fred Swift sadly, VG10 and SG2 has taken a backseat to high speed powder steels from Hitachi such as ZDP-189, SRS15 and HAP40.

[@dougmead3787]

Just watched both videos with Harry Soo. Both were good, but this was my favorite. I enjoyed your Q&A with each other, kept me engaged and entertained. Sharpening techniques are useful, but adding your human presence, along with another person's is unique. I really enjoyed getting to know you and Harry Soo better. You both revealed a very real human presence which adds, for me, an added value for watching any videos and gets me to want to subscribe and watch more. Thanks for video.

[@Burrfection]

thank you, Doug, for the input. really appreciate it

[@Specter1031]

How funny, the advertisement before video was for the new Bruce Lee movie 🐉Birth of the Dragon🐉 and you opened with Kung Fu. Also would you recommend Shapton Pro 1000 and 5000 or the King KDS 1000/6000?

[@Burrfection]

really? snap ! i have to catch the trailer!

[@kevinweaver4265]

A visit to Ricky's "Chop Shop"; very cool video!

[@alexpearson8481]

On the Knives; Do not be fooled, Miyabi knives is German owned. Personally, I'll stick with Japanese and Japanese handmade, simply because, I trust them more. Japanese generally do not try to fool the consumer.

[@curseofthegreat]

Alex Pearson Henckels may own the company, but the knives ARE made in Japan, with Japanese steel.

[@Tim-Ram]

Good long video ! I really enjoyed it. You should have more guests on.

[@unfi6798]

The best Chit Chat Show on KZbin.!! I enjoyed the moment where two gentlemen talk about life, work & family. Thank you for sharing. Greetings from Christmas Island.

[@Burrfection]

Wow, thank you!

[@tiagor1540]

I still don't believe I seen the whole video! Was different from what you do normally, but I did enjoy it, and Harry Soo is great fun!! I did learn and appreciated this video. Thanks to you both!!

[@Burrfection]

thanks Tiago! always appreciate a view, and comment. just doing my best.

[@johndavidson940]

These two are made for each other for their respective skills, Have watched a few of his BBQ videos and am very impressed.

[@cantgetright4241]

Wow... I did NOT expect to get as much out of this video as I did. And I'm not talking about knife sharpening. Both of y'all are great guys.

[@Burrfection]

right on. thanks for writing.

[@khadinh5129]

I think harry is putting too much pressure on his finger on the thinner knives, that actually flexes the desired bevel of the knife and rounds out the apex of the edge. He should support the edge of the knife with his thumb or pointer finger more to stabilize his sharpening angle. Also locking the wrist and forearm will help.

[@SlapYoDaddyBBQ]

Good points Dmitry. I need to use less pressure on Japaneses knives as they are much thinner.

[@richardstrouth2359]

Another great youtube video. Harry is a very interesting guy. I am going to subscribe to his channel and watch some of his stuff. Thanks Ricky.

[@Burrfection]

right on. he's the national champion of BBQ, so if you like to smoke meats, he's the man to learn from