Storing the knife correctly

Especially with the somewhat higher quality knives, which may not have been cheap to purchase, many different factors play a very important role in maintaining this quality and sharpness. In addition to our article all about knife care, “The proper care of knives”, the storage is also very important and should also not be underestimated. The right knife storage has different reasons and not only contributes to the longevity, but also provides the necessary safety for children or animals. In this article, we want to present the different options for knife storage and also discuss the advantages and disadvantages here. In addition, we have selected the most popular products from these areas to simplify the choice when buying a knife storage.

Because the combination of the optimal use, the perfect care and the ideal storage of the knives ensures that users will enjoy the knives for a long time, which will be sharp for a long time in the future and retain their high usage comfort. Thus, even the particularly high-quality damascus knives from our online store remain sharp and convincing for many years.

The different storage options

There are many different ways to store knives. Here, of course, it depends mainly on your own and individual taste, and of course the available space would also be very important. Furthermore, parents who have smaller children can, for example, only use safe options, so that children do not get to the knives and possibly even hurt themselves. Still others use the options as they are bought with the knives, because some knives come with sheath, with a gift box or directly in the knife blog. But of course there are many other methods of proper knife storage, all of which we would like to present in more detail below.

The knife block for knife storage

The knife block is both one of the most famous and popular ways to safely store the knife and is especially suitable for users who want to store several knives at the same time. The classic knife block can be made of quite different materials. In addition to wood, which is probably the most commonly used material, knife blocks are also available in metal or plastic. Just the way it fits in your own kitchen and how you like it best. The knife blog itself now has several knife slots into which the knives are now inserted for safekeeping. The safety is so reliable because the knife blade is usually completely enclosed by the block.

Most knife blocks are slightly tilted forward. The main reason for this is to make it easier for users to put the cutting tool in or take it out. For those who don’t like the normal shape, there are also many other design options, such as flat knife blocks or the knife block with brush insert, as well as many other designer knife blocks.

If you want to buy a knife block, you can get them already equipped with knives as well as unloaded. The sets themselves are available in different sizes, just as users need it just. Some models, especially the larger versions, often contain a sharpening steel or kitchen shears in addition to the knives themselves.

Advantages and disadvantages of the knife block

Of course, there are both advantages and disadvantages to using a knife block. We would like to list these in more detail below to give interested parties an optimal overview. However, it is clear that the advantages clearly win out when it comes to storing knives in this way.

Disadvantages of the knife block:

Unloaded knife blocks are not available from all manufacturer brands, so the selection here is much smaller than for the already loaded knife blocks.
The size of the insertion slots is usually predefined, so some knives may not fit.
Depending on the size, quite a lot of space is needed for it to stand.

Advantages of the knife block:

The knife block can be placed flexibly.
Various sizes and sets are available, as well as designs.
Also includes, depending on the model and size, the appropriate sharpening steel or scissors.
Considered safe knife storage.
Visually compelling.

The magnetic bar for knife storage

Magnetic bars are made so that they can be mounted on the wall in any kitchen at a desired height. This is excellent for convenient and space-saving knife storage and can also be used for many other metal kitchen utensils. Here knives can be recognized directly, which of course saves quite a bit of time during use. The magnetic strips for knife storage can be purchased in different sizes and lengths. Just as you need it and how much space is now also available. In professional kitchens, for example, these are usually much longer than in private households, because here, of course, often only a handful of knives are needed.

However, the risk of injury with this knife storage is higher than with others, because here the tips of the blades often overhang. In addition, it has happened a time or two that knives have fallen off here because the magnet was not strong enough. This can lead not only to injuries, but also to damage to the knife itself. For this reason, it is always advisable that the magnetic strips are not mounted too far up on the wall, but further down is definitely not an option for children.

Incidentally, there are also the magnetic strips made of wood, which was then just additionally covered with a magnetic strip. As long as there is enough space, these strips can be expanded little by little as needed and desired.

Advantages and disadvantages of the magnetic bar

As with other storage methods for knives, the magnetic bar also offers both advantages and disadvantages. Of course, we also want to present these in more detail so that users can get an idea of whether or not this method is an option for themselves.

The disadvantages of the magnetic bars:

The attachment or mounting of the magnetic strips is usually possible only with drilling and screwing.
The metal strips may cause the blades of the knives to scratch.
As soon as the respective magnet is too weak, the knife may fall down, which is not only dangerous, but could also cause damage to the blade.
The risk of injury is higher due to exposed blade tips.

The advantages of the magnetic bars:

Since they are mounted on the wall, it is a very space-saving option to store the knives.
A modern design.
Available in different versions.
Knives are directly visible and within reach.
Magnetic bars can be individually extended.

Drawer inserts for knife storage

There are also special drawer inserts that work similarly to the knife block. However, these are flat and, as the name suggests, are inserted into the drawer. The drawer inserts for knives have, like the knife block, some slots in which the knives are now inserted with the blade. Depending on which model you finally choose. They turn out different sizes and the number of slots varies from product to product. This type of storage ensures that although the knives are in the drawer, they cannot rub against each other, so that damage and material abrasion are avoided right from the start. Furthermore, however, no floor space is necessary to store knives, as is the case with the knife block. However, the standard cutlery drawer is not suitable for this, as such an insert takes up quite a bit of space in the drawer.

Such an insert is considered gentle and safe and can now be purchased in numerous versions. However, when buying is important to pay attention to the size or length of the slots, so as to ensure that the knives also fit.

The advantages and disadvantages of the drawer inserts for knife storage

Even with this option, of course, we do not want to ignore the advantages and disadvantages, because this knife storage is also not suitable for everyone.

The disadvantages of the drawer inserts for knives:

They take up a lot of space in the drawer.
Often a predetermined size for the knife slot

The advantages of the drawer inserts for knives:

Visually convincing, so these can also be used on the work surface.
Do not take away any work space.
Known for their safety.
Comfortable to use.
Inexpensive to purchase.

Knife case and other knife bags / boxes for knife storage

There is also the possibility to store the knives in a special knife case. This variant is especially worthwhile if you have to take the knives with you on the road, so you can prevent injuries and do not have to do without the comfortable and safe transport. Also for home, many knife lovers use a case for storage, so that now no floor space must be used. Especially the spacious models are also popular with professional chefs. In addition, it is advantageous that it can buy the knife cases of different brands also already equipped, which makes depending on the brand, of course, a little more expensive to buy, but overall very practical. These have of course the advantage that the knives are optimally protected here, can also be taken on vacation and provide neat space for all important knives and other kitchen utensils. In addition, the knives are also protected from each other here, so that they do not rub against each other. However, if you want to use the case in your own kitchen, it is quite inconvenient to get it out again and again as soon as a knife is needed.

In addition, however, there are also different boxes for the knives, such as our damascus knives. These boxes are not only suitable for gifting, but also for safe storage of the various knives.

Advantages and disadvantages of the knife case

Knife cases offer different advantages and disadvantages for the user, so that here above all the own requirements are decisive, whether the case is now worthwhile or rather should not be considered.

The disadvantages of the knife case:

Knife cases have to be taken out again and again in the private kitchen when needed.
Knife cases can often be purchased exclusively equipped.
The acquisition costs are quite high due to the large number of knives, which is especially true of the high-quality knife cases.

The advantages of the knife case:

Knives can also be taken with you, for example, to work in the kitchen, on vacation or with to friends.
Safe storage of knives, as many knife cases are provided with a numerical code, so that unauthorized persons, for example the children, have no access to the knives.
Knives can be stored together without damaging each other.
Clearly laid out.
Do not take up space on the countertop in the kitchen.

The knife storage in the knife sheath

Meanwhile, many knife fans use the storage of the knives with it the knife sheath. This blade protector is simply slipped over the knife blade, so that they can then also be stored in the drawer without damaging each other. These knife sheaths are usually included directly with the purchase of the knives, so that they are also directly suitable for the respective knife. In the meantime, however, there is also the possibility to buy the different products individually, whereby one must know the exact dimensions of the knife blade. This type of knife storage is considered safe, practical and space-saving at the same time.

The advantages and disadvantages of the knife sheaths

Of course, this variant of knife storage also has its advantages and disadvantages, but clearly the advantages prevail. So it’s no wonder that more and more people choose to buy the knives directly with this blade protector, so they can also store them in the drawer.

The disadvantages of the knife sheath:

If it is several knives, they can quickly take up a lot of space in the drawer.

The advantages of the knife sheath:

Stowage in the drawer is possible without any problems.
Knives are safely „packed“.
Inexpensive alternative to other knife storage options.
No work surface is taken up.
Safe for children and animals.
Clear storage, because you can directly see the type and size of the knives.

Our conclusion on the subject of knife storage

Just like knife care or but the proper sharpening of knives, its proper storage is also very important. This is the only way to preserve the quality and support the longevity. In addition, it ensures that the blades of the knives do not break. However, which option for storing the knives is the best for oneself depends on one’s own requirements, needs and also space. Who has only little floor space or work space, of course, should not also set up a knife blog. Those who have only small drawers should not go for the insert or the knife sheath. So there are a variety of options, but it is always important to ensure optimal safety so that no one comes to harm. So it is important to support both the longevity and the quality of the knives, as well as not to limit yourself further by the space required for different options, if you have little space available anyway.

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