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 two essential knives for everyday prep and a handsome storage box.
- Set includes 3 1/2" paring knife, 6" chef’s knife and storage box.
- 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 walnut storage box.
- A Williams Sonoma exclusive.
Dimensions & More Info
- 3 1/2" Paring Knife: 3 1/2" blade, 4 1/2" handle; 2.6 oz.
- 6" Chef’s Knife: 6" blade, 4 3/4" handle; 5.3 oz.
- Storage Box: 13 2/3" x 5 1/3" x 1 2/3" high.
- 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 knives using whetstone or knife sharpener, or have them 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
