In the video, a person is seen using a blue vise to hold a knife in place. The person then proceeds to sharpen the knife using a sharpening stone. The person's hands are visible as they move the knife back and forth along the stone's surface. The vise is securely holding the knife in place, and the stone is being used to sharpen the blade. The person's movements are deliberate and precise, indicating that they are experienced in sharpening knives. The background is a workshop setting with various tools and equipment visible.