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Knife Care: Take Care of Your Kitchen Knives

Knife Care: Take Care of Your Kitchen Knives

Get started with knife care

Get started with knife care

You’ve probably tried to sharpen your knife using some tool at some point. It might have been a simple honing rod, a sharpening steel, or even the back of a plate. While you may have temporarily achieved a better edge, you soon realized that you really need to learn the art of proper sharpening. The fact is, many conventional methods don’t truly sharpen the knife; at best, they realign a dull edge. Sometimes, you need to fundamentally sharpen your knife with the right tools to achieve successful results that also enhance your cooking experience.

You’ve probably tried to sharpen your knife using some tool at some point. It might have been a simple honing rod, a sharpening steel, or even the back of a plate. While you may have temporarily achieved a better edge, you soon realized that you really need to learn the art of proper sharpening. The fact is, many conventional methods don’t truly sharpen the knife; at best, they realign a dull edge. Sometimes, you need to fundamentally sharpen your knife with the right tools to achieve successful results that also enhance your cooking experience.

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Knives from Morakniv – Sharpness and Quality Right Out of the Box

Morakniv kitchen knives are designed to perform for the long haul and come sharp out of the box, giving you everything you need to succeed in the kitchen. The Classic 1891 collection kitchen knives features exceptionally high-quality steel with robust chemical compositions that make it corrosion-resistant and easier to sharpen. After all, wouldn’t it be a shame to miss out on every opportunity to experience razor-sharp knives again and again?

A Sharp Knife Requires Care and Maintenance

While the meticulous manufacturing process at Morakniv ensures high quality and longevity, all knives need regular maintenance and care. That’s why knife care is essential. With the right upkeep, you can use your knives for many years to come, making your knife purchase both economical and sustainable.

Knives from Morakniv – Sharpness and Quality Right Out of the Box

Morakniv kitchen knives are designed to perform for the long haul and come sharp out of the box, giving you everything you need to succeed in the kitchen. The Classic 1891 collection kitchen knives features exceptionally high-quality steel with robust chemical compositions that make it corrosion-resistant and easier to sharpen. After all, wouldn’t it be a shame to miss out on every opportunity to experience razor-sharp knives again and again?

A Sharp Knife Requires Care and Maintenance

While the meticulous manufacturing process at Morakniv ensures high quality and longevity, all knives need regular maintenance and care. That’s why knife care is essential. With the right upkeep, you can use your knives for many years to come, making your knife purchase both economical and sustainable.

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Stainless Steel – The Biggest Secret Behind Durable Kitchen Knives

Stainless Steel – The Biggest Secret Behind Durable Kitchen Knives

Stainless steel is classified as stainless when it contains at least 11.5% chromium. However, the term “stainless” can be somewhat misleading when it comes to knives. A more accurate term would be “corrosion-resistant.” All types of stainless knife steel involve a balance between corrosion resistance and hardness, which affects how well the knife retains its edge. There is a significant difference in corrosion resistance between austenitic stainless steel, which cannot be hardened or heat-treated, and martensitic stainless steel, which can be hardened and heat-treated to increase strength and durability.

Stainless steel is classified as stainless when it contains at least 11.5% chromium. However, the term “stainless” can be somewhat misleading when it comes to knives. A more accurate term would be “corrosion-resistant.” All types of stainless knife steel involve a balance between corrosion resistance and hardness, which affects how well the knife retains its edge. There is a significant difference in corrosion resistance between austenitic stainless steel, which cannot be hardened or heat-treated, and martensitic stainless steel, which can be hardened and heat-treated to increase strength and durability.

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Morakniv Chef’s Knife Classic 1891 (S) Red

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How to Maintain Stainless Steel – Tips for Long-Lasting Quality

Stainless steel is easy to maintain because it is treated to resist rust and corrosion. However, it’s always a good habit to rinse the blade under warm running water, preferably with a mild soap solution, after use if the knife has become dirty. Then, let the knife dry completely. Keep in mind that even though the blade is rust-resistant, salt spots or similar issues can develop over time and become difficult to remove.

This is especially true if you live in a humid or salty environment or plan to store knives in such conditions. When sharpening your knife blades, sharpen them cold with plenty of water cooling to avoid sparks. Sparks are a sign of overheating the edge, which can damage both the heat treatment and the alloy itself.

How to Maintain Stainless Steel – Tips for Long-Lasting Quality

Stainless steel is easy to maintain because it is treated to resist rust and corrosion. However, it’s always a good habit to rinse the blade under warm running water, preferably with a mild soap solution, after use if the knife has become dirty. Then, let the knife dry completely. Keep in mind that even though the blade is rust-resistant, salt spots or similar issues can develop over time and become difficult to remove.

This is especially true if you live in a humid or salty environment or plan to store knives in such conditions. When sharpening your knife blades, sharpen them cold with plenty of water cooling to avoid sparks. Sparks are a sign of overheating the edge, which can damage both the heat treatment and the alloy itself.

Why You Should Never Wash Knives in the Dishwasher

Knives should not be machine-washed. Knives made of carbon steel and laminated carbon steel should absolutely not be cleaned there, as the aggressive dishwasher detergent can severely damage the blade. Stainless steel knives shouldn’t go in the dishwasher either. Once again, the detergent is the culprit, negatively affecting the blade. Additionally, sharp knives can damage the dishwasher’s interior, not to mention the personal injury risk when handling sharp knives.

Why You Should Never Wash Knives in the Dishwasher

Knives should not be machine-washed. Knives made of carbon steel and laminated carbon steel should absolutely not be cleaned there, as the aggressive dishwasher detergent can severely damage the blade. Stainless steel knives shouldn’t go in the dishwasher either. Once again, the detergent is the culprit, negatively affecting the blade. Additionally, sharp knives can damage the dishwasher’s interior, not to mention the personal injury risk when handling sharp knives.

Knife Care Tips:

Knife Care Tips:

  • Wash the knife with warm water and a soft sponge before first use.
  • Do not cut through bones, frozen items, porcelain, glass, or other hard materials, as the thinnest part of the edge can easily become deformed.
  • Do not put the knife in the dishwasher. Dishwasher detergents contain abrasives that dull the knife and damage wooden surfaces.
  • Avoid letting acidic substances, such as fruit acids from lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruits, or tomatoes, come into contact with the blade for extended periods.
  • Ensure the knife is clean and completely dry before storing it.
  • When you’ve chopped or sliced something on a cutting board, do not scrape it off with the knife edge, as this negatively affects sharpness. Instead, turn the knife and scrape with the spine.
  • Wash the knife with warm water and a soft sponge before first use.
  • Do not cut through bones, frozen items, porcelain, glass, or other hard materials, as the thinnest part of the edge can easily become deformed.
  • Do not put the knife in the dishwasher. Dishwasher detergents contain abrasives that dull the knife and damage wooden surfaces.
  • Avoid letting acidic substances, such as fruit acids from lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruits, or tomatoes, come into contact with the blade for extended periods.
  • Ensure the knife is clean and completely dry before storing it.
  • When you’ve chopped or sliced something on a cutting board, do not scrape it off with the knife edge, as this negatively affects sharpness. Instead, turn the knife and scrape with the spine.
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Restoring the Knife Edge with a Sharpening steel

Restoring the Knife Edge with a Sharpening steel

An effective first step to improving the blade of your knife is to use a sharpening steel to realign the edge. When a knife loses its sharpness, it’s often not because the blade has become dull in the traditional sense, but because the edge has bent to one side. By using a sharpening steel, the edge is restored to its original central position, making the knife feel sharp again without needing to be fully sharpened.
This process extends the life of the knife and reduces the need for more extensive sharpening, which can wear down the blade over time. However, the quality of the sharpening steel plays a crucial role – if the steel isn’t good enough, it won’t effectively realign the edge. A high-quality sharpening steel helps restore the knife’s sharpness efficiently and keeps the edge in optimal condition.

Follow These Steps:

  1. Position the knife edge against the sharpening steel at an angle of 18 degrees.
  2. Gently draw the knife edge along the sharpening steel from the heel to the tip a few times. It’s important to maintain the angle for the best results.
  3. Switch between both sides of the knife. Alternate between both sides of the knife. Finish with a very light stroke on each side, as if gently caressing the knife’s edge.

An effective first step to improving the blade of your knife is to use a sharpening steel to realign the edge. When a knife loses its sharpness, it’s often not because the blade has become dull in the traditional sense, but because the edge has bent to one side. By using a sharpening steel, the edge is restored to its original central position, making the knife feel sharp again without needing to be fully sharpened.
This process extends the life of the knife and reduces the need for more extensive sharpening, which can wear down the blade over time. However, the quality of the sharpening steel plays a crucial role – if the steel isn’t good enough, it won’t effectively realign the edge. A high-quality sharpening steel helps restore the knife’s sharpness efficiently and keeps the edge in optimal condition.

Follow These Steps:

  1. Position the knife edge against the sharpening steel at an angle of 18 degrees.
  2. Gently draw the knife edge along the sharpening steel from the heel to the tip a few times. It’s important to maintain the angle for the best results.
  3. Switch between both sides of the knife. Alternate between both sides of the knife. Finish with a very light stroke on each side, as if gently caressing the knife’s edge.
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How to Sharpen a Bread Knife

How to Sharpen a Bread Knife

First and foremost, it’s important to understand a basic concept: a bread knife is essentially a bread saw. Unlike a regular kitchen knife, which cuts through food with a non-serrated edge, a bread knife features a serrated blade designed to efficiently saw through the crust and texture of bread.
When it comes to sharpening a bread knife, the process requires a special technique. Because the knife blade has teeth, you need to use a tool specifically designed for serrated knives. This allows you to restore sharpness without damaging the teeth. Some bread knives can be sharpened in sharpeners developed for this type of edge.
The Morakniv Classic 1891 Bread Knife is one of the few bread knives that can be sharpened with the Tormek T-1 Morakniv 1891 sharpener. This is because the knife edge is centered, just like that of a regular chef’s knife, allowing you to sharpen it at an 18-degree angle. However, this is rarely needed since the sharp blade of a bread knife doesn’t dull with repeated use. But when you do need to sharpen it, the right tools and methods can easily maintain your bread knife and extend its lifespan.

First and foremost, it’s important to understand a basic concept: a bread knife is essentially a bread saw. Unlike a regular kitchen knife, which cuts through food with a non-serrated edge, a bread knife features a serrated blade designed to efficiently saw through the crust and texture of bread.
When it comes to sharpening a bread knife, the process requires a special technique. Because the knife blade has teeth, you need to use a tool specifically designed for serrated knives. This allows you to restore sharpness without damaging the teeth. Some bread knives can be sharpened in sharpeners developed for this type of edge.
The Morakniv Classic 1891 Bread Knife is one of the few bread knives that can be sharpened with the Tormek T-1 Morakniv 1891 sharpener. This is because the knife edge is centered, just like that of a regular chef’s knife, allowing you to sharpen it at an 18-degree angle. However, this is rarely needed since the sharp blade of a bread knife doesn’t dull with repeated use. But when you do need to sharpen it, the right tools and methods can easily maintain your bread knife and extend its lifespan.

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Morakniv Bread Knife Classic 1891 (S) Red

1 750,00 kr