Summary
Handcrafted by award-winning cutlery maker Cangshan, the Maya collection is a celebration of beauty, precision and performance. The sleek knives feature razor-sharp blades forged from proprietary X-7 Damascus steel and comfortable handles made of African blackwood. This set includes five everyday essentials and a handsome storage block.
- Precision blades are expertly forged from 67 layers of proprietary X-7 Damascus steel.
- Rockwell hardness rating of 60 +/- 1 allows blades to take and retain remarkably sharp edge.
- Hand sharpened to 16-degree angle by master bladesmiths.
- African blackwood handles feature octagonal shape for secure, comfortable grip.
- Comes with solid walnut storage block that holds 5 pieces.
- A Williams Sonoma exclusive.
Set includes:
- 3 1/2" paring knife
- 5" serrated utility knife
- 8" chef’s knife
- Honing steel
- Kitchen shears
- 5-slot storage block
- Please note: Storage block is counted as individual piece.
Dimensions & More Info
- 3 1/2" Paring Knife: 3 1/2" blade, 4 1/2" handle; 2.6 oz.
- 5" Serrated Utility Knife: 5" blade, 4 1/2" handle; 2.9 oz.
- 8" Chef’s Knife: 8" blade, 5" handle; 6.7 oz.
- Honing Steel: 9" rod, 4 1/2" handle; 8.6 oz.
- Kitchen Shears: 9" long; 5.9 oz.
- Storage Block: 7 1/4" x 5 3/4" x 9" high; 4 lb. 8 oz.
- Made in China.
Use & Care
Use
- Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal and glass.
- It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.
Care
- Hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
- Maintain cutting edges by regularly using honing steel.
- Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing, knives should not need sharpening more than once or twice per year.
- Sharpen straight-edge knives using whetstone or knife sharpener, or have them sharpened by a professional.
- Sharpen serrated knife using sharpener specifically designed for serrated blade, or have it sharpened by a professional.
- Periodically rub food-safe mineral oil onto handles to prevent wood from becoming brittle or cracking. Wipe off excess with clean cloth.
- Store knives in safe place to protect edges and prevent injury.
