A broken tip, a blade that no longer sharpens, or a handle that’s dislodged…Martha Stewart teams up with the signs that a knife needs replacing.
Any chef will say: having a quality knife is essential for good cooking.Despite proper cleaning, drying and sharpening, there comes a day when buying a new knife becomes inevitable for a clean cut, but also for losing a finger.According to Martha Stewart, the American Art of Living key face teams, here are the signs that it’s time to switch gears.
Unstable handle
Over time, the handle of your chef’s knife—that is, a large, multipurpose knife—can slowly loosen its blade.A dangerous game when cooking quickly. If you absolutely have to replace the knife when the handle is completely broken, it can simply come off. “It’s easy to repair if you trust it to a knife maker,” explains Aaktun chef Oscar Diaz in a column on Martha’s Stewart’s website.
Broken blade tip
From cleaning, falling, or over time, your kitchen knives develop blemishes, scratches, and small dents. Flaws that are easy to fix thanks to the expertise of a knifemaker who can polish and repair the edges of your tool. Additionally, even blades that are broken less than a third of the length of the knife can be repaired or reshaped by a qualified butcher. On the other hand, beyond this limit, it’s time to buy a new one.
The blade does not stay sharp
Regular sharpening of a knife is unfortunately not enough to maintain its longevity. When it no longer has the ability to cut, it is time to get rid of it the blade is more prone to scratches and dents, which can ultimately affect the overall performance of the knife,” explains American knife brand Middleton Made Knives. Quintin Middleton.
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Light rust spots
Although they are easily removed with a quick polish, small rust spots on your blade may hide a larger problem, so it is necessary to change the knife to prevent the rust from spreading to the food. However, some high-quality carbon steel knives can develop a natural patina over time adds to the appearance of the blade and is harmless,” according to the Martha Stewart website.
Wrong size knife
Finally, you need to find the right knife. A knife that is too big to handle should be replaced to avoid accidents and cut food properly or your cooking style. Therefore, we encourage you to consult a professional and test several knives before choosing which one to take home,” explains Sur la table to our American colleagues. brand expert Morgan Cunningham to sort something out and treat you to a brand new chef’s knife for Christmas.
Source: Le Figaro
