Knife Maintenance

Keep your knives performing at their peak with simple, regular maintenance routines. From everyday carry folders to your favourite kitchen chef’s blade, proper knife care not only preserves edge retention and cutting performance but also extends the lifespan of your investment. Explore cleaning, sharpening, lubrication and storage essentials to ensure every slice is smooth, safe and reliable.

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1. Cleaning & Drying

  • After Use: Rinse blades in warm, soapy water to remove food acids, sap or grit.

  • Dry Thoroughly: Wipe immediately with a lint-free cloth or microfibre towel to prevent surface rust.

2. Sharpening & Honing

  • Frequency: Hone straight-edge knives before or after each use. Fully sharpen folding or fixed blades when they no longer slice cleanly.

  • Tools:

    • Pocket Sharpener: Quick touch-ups in the field.

    • Pull-Through Sharpener: Fast two-stage bevel rebuilding at home.

    • Guided Systems & Stones: Precise angle control for reprofiling and polishing.

3. Lubrication & Pivot Care

  • Folding Knives: Apply a drop of pivot lube (e.g. knife-specific mineral oil or pivot lubricant) to hinge points every few weeks or after exposure to moisture.

  • Fixed Blades: A light coat of food-safe oil (for kitchen knives) or corrosion inhibitor protects steel surfaces when storing.

4. Protective Coatings & Rust Prevention

  • Oils & Waxes: Use specialty knife oils or wax sprays on carbon-steel blades to ward off oxidation.

  • Microfibre Cloth: Keep a cleaning cloth on hand to reapply protective film after wiping down.

5. Storage & Handling

  • Sheaths & Blocks: Store blades in dry, well-ventilated sheaths or wooden blocks—avoid leather for long-term storage of carbon steel.

  • Magnetic Strips & Racks: Display kitchen knives edge-up to prevent dulling and ensure airflow.

6. Maintenance Kits & Accessories

  • All-in-One Kits: Combine stones, strops, lubricants and cleaning cloths for a complete care solution.

  • Replacement Stones & Compounds: Keep coarse and fine grit stones or compounds on hand to refresh your sharpening setup.

Regular knife maintenance not only keeps edges razor-sharp but also safeguards your tools against corrosion and wear. Explore our full range of cleaning supplies, sharpening systems, lubricants and maintenance kits—everything you need to keep your blades in top condition.