re: Sharpening Methods - Introduction

The advantage to a jig is a more consistent edge with less material to removed (so it’s faster, because you’re only working on the proper bevel). They do take a few seconds to set up, but they’re worth it to me. 

And I second a strop with some honing paste. Honestly, I rarely sharpen, but I constantly hone (like several times in a basic project) and it keeps the blades very keen for a long time. I hone freehand on the WorkSharp since there’s no concern about changing a bevel with a strop, and my WS lives, set up and ready, on the bench so it’s super convenient.