Knife German

How do you keep kitchen knives sharp?

I have a good German knife set, but it is getting dull and when I try to use the sharpening stick, I seldom make them sharper, and when I do, they don’t stay sharp. Do I need to have them done by a professional, or is there a better way?

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Emeril 8-piece German Steel Knife Set with Block