Storing knives in knife sheaths
Currently there is a question about magnetic stripes vs wood blocks, but I was wondering what the general concensus is regarding knife sheaths (like this one) They seem great if you only have a couple knives -- they don't require counter space and aren't at risk of causing accidental harm by falling off a wall. What are the pros and cons of using these instead?
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I use these and love them. They really do simplify storage since you can just use any drawer. If you ever needed to travel with your knives (I haven't) they are a great benefit there as well. It's also nice to have your knife in one of these if it's just sitting on your counter while you get everything in place. If you're clumsy and you knock this off the counter you'll only end up with a bruise instead of a trip to the hospital.
The only cons I've found are rather insignificant. You have to occasionally clean them, and you have to go through that one extra step to get to your knife.
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Should knives be stored in sheath?
A sheath is intended to be used as a means to carry your knife around safely, not to protect your knife when it is not in use. All stainless steel knives will corrode eventually if not properly taken care of. Stainless steel is an amazing material, but it is not nor has it ever been 100% anti-corrosive.Which is an acceptable way to store knives?
In general, there are three basic methods to store your kitchen knives correctly. You can place them in countertop knife blocks, drawers or on wall-mounted magnetic strips. All these solutions are considered safe for knife storage, but the best selection usually depends upon how well your kitchen is configured.What do you put on a leather knife sheath?
To make a good sheath, you should look for leathers from 6 oz to 7 oz. Ideally, vegetable-tanned leather makes the best choice because it has thicker dimensions compared to chrome-tanned leather.More answers regarding storing knives in knife sheaths
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I've used that style of case for years (mine are LamsonSharp ... which look the exact same, so I don't know if Victorinox bought them) ... but either for travel, or for storing the knives I don't use much (long slicers, which I keep in a drawer).
If the issue is lack of counter space, and keeping knives in a drawer, I'd throw out yet another alternative -- a drawer knife tray. They also make under-cabinet knife blocks, but they always seem to store the knives horizontally.
My mom and aunt (a caterer) just store the knives in cardboard sheaths in a drawer, so you really don't need to go to too much trouble ... I just don't like the sheaths for every-day knives, personally. The paper ones are better as I can get to 'em one-handed. The paring knife size one like what you linked to I can pop with my thumb while holding the handle, but the larger ones I need two hands for.
Answer 3
For a long time I just made a sheath for each of my knives from folded cardboard. Worked fine. That is not as secure as the ones you shown, but still allows you to keep the knives in any drawer without dinging them up or presenting a major cut hazard.
But...I like the immediacy of a block or a magnetic mount (used both and don't have a big preference).
Answer 4
Sheaths are great, especially when transporting knives.
Just remember to COMPLETELY dry your blades before putting them in a sheath- otherwise they may rust. And yes, i've even had a four star heckle, made from stainless steel, get a few rust spots from moisture.
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