In planning for some storage solutions, I'm interested in utilizing wall mounted magnetic strips in the typical wood veneered style. In consideration (read over-thinking) I've become curious if this storage method will introduce any negative challenges when it comes to the magnetization of the tool, specifically blades, as it relates to sharpening. I typically dress with a strop during regular use, and will hone on water stones as needed. Conventional logic would suggest that the slurry produced including fine metal particles would have a natural tendency to remain magnetically attracted to the tool being sharpened. I would expect that this may introduce some challenges or undesirable outcomes as it relates to the sharpening process. Has anybody had any any experience with this either in leather tools or storing kitchen knives in a similar fashion and care to share their thoughts?
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Hi JR. I've never encountered an issue before, and I store all my knives on a magnetic rack. They sharpen and hone in the same way as my pocket knives or hunting knives which are not stored near a magnet.
If you want to simulate the situation, take a knife with a strong magnet attached to it and attempt to sharpen it. That should reassure you.