Modüla™ Knife Care
Modüla™ knives are precision-forged tools designed for everyday cooks who value top performance. With high-quality Japanese steel blades and tough, Aussie-made handles, proper care ensures they'll stay razor-sharp and ready for decades of cooking.
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A few quick tips for getting the most out of your knife:
- Hand-wash Only: Avoid dishwashers to preserve blade sharpness and prevent corrosion.
- Dry After Use: Wipe your knife dry after washing to maintain the edge and finish.
- Store Securely in a Dry Place: Use your sustainable bamboo storage to protect your blade's edge, or place in a knife block, magnetic strip, or protective sheath.
- Avoid cutting on Very Hard Surfaces: Such as granite or glass, and thick bones, frozen food or other extremely dense items.
- Safety First: Modüla knives will arrive sharpened for you, please ensure you keep your fingers clear of the cutting edge.
- Hold the Knife with a Relaxed but Firm Grip. The Modüla™ handle is designed to provide a secure, ergonomic hold.
- Sharpen When Needed: For best results, use our dedicated Modüla™ Sharpener System and apply a gentle rocking motion. Avoid pull through sharpeners.
Q. How do I best handle my Modüla Knife?
Safety first. Your Modüla Knife comes sharpened for you, meaning they're razor-sharp. Please keep your fingers well clear of the cutting edge.
Q. Can I clean my Modüla™ knives in the dishwasher?
No. We don't recommend putting your Modüla™ knives in the dishwasher, as it can be detrimental to the quality of your knife (causing excessive bluntness and a higher risk of rust). A gentle hand-wash and dry should be all your Modüla™ knives require to keep them clean.
Q. How do I keep my Modüla Knife Sharp?
For best results, we recommend sharpening your knives using our Modüla Sharpening System. Unlike common drag-through sharpeners that can damage blades, Modüla™ uses a gentle rocking motion. This technique ensures a cleaner, sharper edge with minimal wear.
Q. How long will the blade last with normal household usage?
Our blades will last as long as every other very high-end blade. If you use your Modüla™ Sharpener sparingly, these blades will last for decades.
Q. Can I use my InversionEdge™ Sharpening System to sharpen my Modüla™ knives?
Yes, you can! Our InversionEdge™ Sharpening System can definitely be used on Western-style knives that have a symmetrical edge, like our Modüla™ knives. You will simply need to flip your Modüla™ knife to ensure you sharpen both sides of the edge evenly.
Söliditi™ = artisan "forever knives"
Made for people who love a more specialised knife experience — including chisel/single-bevel geometry for ultra-fine slicing and carving, and a more hands-on approach to maintenance.
Modüla™ = modular knife system
Made for high-performance everyday use with simplicity and longevity in mind — keep your handle long term, swap blades as needed, and maintain sharpness using the Modüla™ sharpening system.
What is a Western edge (double bevel)?
A Western edge is a double bevel edge — sharpened on both sides of the blade. This is the most familiar style for everyday cooks: it's intuitive, balanced, and doesn't "steer" as much in the cut.
What is a single bevel / chisel edge?
A single bevel (often called a chisel edge) is sharpened primarily on one side of the blade. It can feel extremely sharp and produce very clean, precise slices, but it's more technique-dependent and typically handed (right-hand or left-hand).