Prep / Knives & Cutting / Cutting Tools

Care

Looking after it.

A sharp knife is a safe knife. Keep the edge, and the edge keeps you cooking.

The full care guide
  • Mild soap and warm water.

    Mild soap and warm water. The dishwasher dulls the edge.

  • Wipe the blade dry straight away.

    Wipe the blade dry with a soft cloth straight after washing.

  • Block, sheath or magnetic strip.

    In a knife block, a sheath or on a magnetic strip, where the edge can't knock against anything.

  • Use a knife sharpener.

    Use a knife sharpener when the edge becomes dull.

  • Realign the edge between sharpening sessions.

    A honing rod realigns the edge between sharpening sessions. Sharpening restores a dull edge.

Avoid

  • The dishwasher
  • Leaving it wet
  • Loose drawers, where the edge knocks against other tools.

Questions

Before you buy

All questions
Is it dishwasher-safe?

No. The dishwasher dulls the edge. Wash it by hand with mild soap and warm water, and wipe the blade dry straight away.

How should I store it?

In a knife block, a sheath or on a magnetic strip, where the edge can't knock against anything. Not loose in a drawer.