1. Using a Small Paring Knife on the Cutting Board
Paring knives are designed for open-air cutting, so they are best used to cut things in your hand. This means that if you use your paring knife on the cutting board like you would a regular knife, the edge will not last as long as it should and will cause the blade to dull faster.
2. Using 1 or 2 Knives for Everything
We know everyone loves the classic trimmer, but using it for everything is hard on the knife and harder on you! Just like you wouldn’t use a wrench to pound a nail into the wall, you wouldn’t want to use a chef knife to cut strawberries. Cutco has a variety of designs to help easily cut all foods. Learning what each knife is designed for is fun, easy and will make you happier in the long run when you’re cooking.
Another common mistake Cutco owners make is associating the use of a big knife for a big job. However, it’s more important to use the right knife for the right job. For instance, while you may think you should grab your chef knife to cut a watermelon in half, it’s actually more effective to use a long thin knife for that job (a bread knife, carving knife, or salmon knife all work incredibly well for that task). You can learn more about what each knife is designed for here.
3. Not Regularly Servicing Their Cutco
One of the best things about Cutco is the amazing warranty. Did you know Cutco has a lifetime warranty?! Many customers will throw something out after it is damaged, but Cutco will fix or replace the product for free (all you have to do is ship it to our factory)!
Many customers also make the mistake of waiting 15 - 20 years before having their knives sharpened, even though the recommended time frame is between 3-5 years. You wouldn’t wait 20 years to get an oil change on your car, would you? Best part about this “oil change” is that it’s free!
4. Using Only Straight-Edged Knives
Straight edges are great, but certain jobs call for a serrated edge- like a juicy tomato! Cutco’s “serrated edge” is actually a unique design that rarely becomes dull. It has three razor sharp recessed edges between each tooth. This makes it perfect for anything from cutting meats without shredding, slicing the perfect piece of bread, or cutting a bell pepper with ease.
5. Improperly Storing Their Cutco
We all know that the knife drawer can be a danger zone for fingertips and especially childrens’ wandering hands. Aside from the safety of your (and your loved one’s) fingers, proper knife storage ensures that the knives edges won’t go dull from sitting in the kitchen drawer! If you have the counter space, a wood block is the ideal storage option. If you prefer them in a drawer, check out our knife sleeves or storage trays!
