

Avoid knives with grooves, slots for fingers, or contours, because these are rarely ergonomic for a broad cross-section of users. Hand-wash and dry the blade right after use to prevent corrosion.Ĭhoose a knife with an oval-shaped handle for the best ergonomics. To gauge sharpness, cut paper down the edge. Sharpen the blade with a stone or other device to create a new edge when cutting becomes less precise.

Advice: Before each use, hone the edge with a knife steel-a special, textured rod-to smooth and align a sharp edge. It helps balance the knife and protects your hands from accidental slips.