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(More customer reviews)I got this knife, along with a couple of other Old Hickory knives, about ten years ago and have kept it with me ever since. It is a great knife and it sharpens quickly and holds an edge very well. These were the first knives I owned that had high-carbon steel blades. This kind of steel is harder than stainless steel, will hold a sharp edge longer, and costs much less than most stainless knives of equal quality.
But high-carbon steel has one big drawback-it rusts in water. These knives will also stain and discolor with over time due to use and cumulative exposure to acidic foods (like tomatoes or oranges). The discoloration is harmless, the rust is not (tetanus concerns).
So, Rule #1 when caring for these knives is: DO NOT PUT THEM IN THE DISHWASHER! THEY WILL RUST!
My wife has put these knives into the dishwasher a couple of times by mistake and the blades were orange when I fished them out. Trust me: It is not fun to scrub the blades of sharp knives with steel wool to get the rust off of them.
To properly care for these knives, hand wash them with soap and warm water as soon as you can after slicing and cutting, always being mindful of the very sharp edge. Dry the blade thoroughly and put a very thin film of cooking oil on the blade with a paper towel. This will help to minimize rust and staining. A good way to remember this look at the handle of the knives:
Wooden Handle = Wash by Hand.
If you care for it properly, this knife will reward you handsomely with a lifetime of slicing, chopping and cutting at a minimum of sharpening and out-of-pocket cost. Those are the reasons why I love these knives.
If, however, you just want some knives that you can throw into the dishwasher when they get dirty and have them come out clean, this is NOT the brand of knives for you. Go spend your money on a set of premium-quality stainless steel knives. They will be much more expensive and will not hold an edge as well as these, but they are easier to care for and you won't worry so much about keeping current on your tetanus shots.
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