Knife Care & Maintenance

Knife care instructions and tips will help you keep your knife in optimum working condition.

Knives are designed for cutting

Do not throw, pound, pry or seal with a knife. It's not safe, if you damage the knife using it this way, it may void the warranty. Strong impact or twisting can damage the knife or worse, resulting in injury. If you have a lock code, always make sure that the lock mechanism is turned on before you use it.

A SHARP KNIFE is a more secure one

We take care of your knife and will serve you well.

Keep the knife dry This means the knife is full, not just the blade.

Keep the knife clean, especially moving parts and lock device.

Keep your knife fit. Especially pivot points and code.

Keep your handmade Damascus pocket knives sharp. The sharp blade is safer than the blade.

Do not try to repair the damaged knife yourself. Contact the manufacturer of the knife.

Knives Care Instructions

Store your knife in a dry place, from a sheath. Clean the blade with clean oil two to three times a year to prevent rust from starting. You may need oil often if you live near the water. Cleaning and caring for your knife will keep your performance and enhance the life of your knife.

Clean the entire knife regularly

This includes the code, pivot points, and lock mechanism. It is best not to immerse the knife in the liquid. But if you do, make sure to dry the knife completely. Spray cleaners are a good alternative. Clean and oil your oil regularly to avoid adhesive residues, oxidation of the light surface and rust beginnings.

DISCOLORATION IS A SIGN OF OXIDATION

If you find that the metal has a blue, gray or black color, this is proof of oxidation and rust precursors. Stainless steel does not change color easily. If you notice a change in the color of the metal, clean it immediately. It's a sign of just waiting for it to happen. The color change is common in non-stainless steel. But regular cleaning will keep rust from rust.

Half Rust

Rust is brownish-red and will eat holes in the blade and contaminate what you cut. Light rust can be cleaned and removed with oil. Heavy rust requires more abrasive movement. We recommend using Metal Brite, an excellent coating to remove rust. You can also use some solvent or a plastic cleaning pad.