Knife Maintenance Checklist

===== MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST =====

Most dull knives are not dull — they are just poorly maintained. Score your knife care habits and fix what is holding your edge back.

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I hand-wash my knives (never dishwasher)

I dry my knives immediately after washing

I store knives properly (block/magnet/sheath — not loose drawer)

I hone with a rod regularly (every few uses)

I sharpen on a whetstone (at least every 3–6 months)

I use a proper cutting board (wood or soft plastic — not glass/stone)

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Dishwasher detergent is abrasive and corrosive — it micro-pits the edge. The heat cycles can warp handles and loosen rivets. And knives banging against other items? Instant edge damage. Hand wash + immediate dry = 5 extra seconds, years more life.

Honing (with a rod) realigns a bent edge — no metal is removed. Do it weekly. Sharpening (with a stone) removes metal to create a new edge. Do it every 3–6 months. Honing does NOT replace sharpening — it just delays it.

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