Gotta' agree with you Cap, in many areas. A couple of drops of honing oil goes a long way when sharpening any blade whether in the kitchen or in the field. Taking the few seconds to "touch up" the blade makes the entire job go easier, quicker and safer because it's always sharp.....whether skinning 6 whitetails or washing the dinner party dishes. I may be a "tad obsessive" (no, NOT me!) but I will take the time to do a couple of quick hone hits on each blade, whether prep or steak, after a meal/dinner party as each knife will be sharp when picked up for the next use. In some cases obsessive and patient are the same, and it always a good characteristic of the guy who has to sharpen all your buddies wives knives.
I've sent home with many folks the pocket sharpener for 10+ years to always carry to the woods & then leave in the kitchen. The CASE Steele has gone with me to every camp.....forever. I'm sure there are many as good & better.
Good luck, and Patience Little Grasshopper.