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It’s important to look after wooden handles to prevent problems like deterioration, mould and cracks.
1) Clean the handle with warm water to remove any muck.
2) Dry the handle carefully.
Leave it to air-dry completely so the moisture can evaporate from the wood.
3) The third and final step is key to protecting the wood and keeping it in good condition.
Use a dry cloth to apply some nourishing oil to the handle. Leave it to dry for a few hours before using your knife again.
*For padauk wood handles, we recommend limiting exposure to UV. Light can affect this wood’s condition and make it go pale.
To stop the colour fading, don’t put your knife in the dishwasher and limit its contact with water.
Polymer handles are designed to cope well with water, so can go in the dishwasher. We suggest you don’t leave your knife in the sun as the colour could fade over time. It's best to store your knife in a drawer to protect it from UV. To revive the color, you can also oil the handle.
As you use your knife, you may find the inside accumulates dust, dirt and other muck. We suggest you clean inside the blade setting with sandpaper folded in half (or a compressed air blower).
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Treat your loved ones or yourself to a unique and original personalised knife. You can engrave a first name, a date or any other message on one line of text, up to a limit of 20 characters.
The engraving service is offered from one unit, starting at €6.
If you would like to order more than a hundred units for a wedding, an association or business gifts: request a quote.
Differences in the colour of the engraving on the handle may appear depending on the grain of the wood. In accordance with Article L-121-20-2 No. 3 of the Consumer Code, engraved items can neither be returned nor exchanged. The guarantee on manufacturing defects remains the same.
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