Page Contents:
-Wood Handle Knives:
-Ergonomic Sets
-Kyocera Fact Sheet:
 - What are ceramic knives used for?
 - Will a ceramic knife break if I drop it?
 - Can I chop or pry with ceramic knives?
 - What cutting surfaces work best?
 - How do I clean my ceramic knives?
 - Kyocera knives in the dishwasher?
 - How do I store my ceramic knives?
 - Do Kyocera knives come with a warranty?
 - Things I should avoid?
 - How do I sharpen ceramic knives?

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Kyocera Ceramic Knives

Kyocera ceramic knives are extremely hard (8.2 on the Mohs hardness scale, vs. steel at 5-6 Mohs, and diamond at 10 Mohs), wear resistant, and chemically inert.

The base material, zirconium oxide, was originally developed in industrial applications where hardness, wear resistance and non-reactivity are necessary, and metal components don't quite reach such standards.

The knives are made by bonding the minute zirconium particles with heat in a process called sintering. Compared to other ceramic knives, Kyocera's are made with submicron size powder, whose density is higher, resulting in a harder blade.

The exceptional hardness of the blade makes the edge superbly sharp. Normal use is for straight cuts; unlike the less-sharp, softer steel knives, they do not bend.

These chemically inert blades provide a viable alternative for use by people with certain allergies to alloys in metal knives. Great for boaters, and seaside homes, as they do not rust.

Under normal household circumstances, your Kyocera may take 3-5 years or more before it needs sharpening. It won't stain, and it is guaranteed for 5 years.

With the possible exception of the tip, your ceramic knife will not break or shatter if dropped. And most damaged tips can be repaired under the 5-year warranty.

Feathered edge of Kyocera knives makes them as sharp as a razor blade.

The tang extends well into the handle to create a strong connection.

A counter weight is added to the wood handle of all but the paring knife, for better balance.

Kyocera Ceramics Series "KC"

Ergonomically shaped wood handles.
Stained black, riveted and finished with high gloss.
Partial tang.

	KC-25 Kyocera 3" Ceramic Paring Knife $53.99 #6450	3" long blade, 7.5" long overall
	KC-35 Kyocera 4.5" Ceramic Fruit Knife $62.99 #6449	4.4" long blade, 8.8" long overall
	KC-50 Kyocera 5" Ceramic Utility Knife $71.99 #6448	5.2" long blade, 9.5" long overall
	KC-80 Kyocera 5.5" Ceramic Santoku Chef Knife $89.99 #6451	5.1" long blade, 10.2" long overall
	KC-130 Kyocera 6" Ceramic Chef Knife $119.99 #6447	6.1" long blade, 11.1" long overall

Kyocera Ceramics Series Kyotop "KT"

The Kyotop Series has a special blade made of zirconium carbide, which turns black when fired. And it is even more resistant to damage from misuse or dropping. Lacquered wooden handle.

	Kyocera Kyotop Series 3" Blade Ceramic Paring Knife, Damascus Blade $116.99 #6473	2.8" long blade, 7.5" long overall KT-075-HIP-D
	Kyocera Kyotop Series 6.25" Blade Ceramic Chef Knife, Damascus Blade $269.99 #6470	6.1" long blade, 11.1" long overall KT-155-HIP-D

Ergonomic Series

Ergonomic plastic handle.

	Kyocera Ceramic Nakiri Knife $99.99 #122216	6" long blade, 11.2" long overall, FK150NWH Use like a Chef Knife.
	Kyocera Santoku & Parer Ceramic Knives Set Special $89.99 #122191	5.5" long santoku blade, 3" long parer blade, FK-2PC WH3 includes: FK-075WH and FK-140WH
	Kyocera Ceramic Santoku Knife & Slicer Set Special $69.99 #1386	5.5" long blade on knife, 11" x 3.5" slicer, 0.5, 1.3, 2 and 3 mm adjustable thickness, 3" wide carriage, Safety holder included FK-140 202BK includes: FK140WH and CSN-202

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Kyocera Fact Sheet

 
Q. What are ceramic knives generally used for?

A. These knives are perfect for general applications requiring superior edge retention or wear resistance. They are also ideal for special applications requiring chemically inert, non-magnetic, non-conductive, or non-contaminating materials.

 
Q. Will a ceramic knife break or shatter if I drop it?

A. No, with the possible exception of the tip. Made with ceramic powder that is baked at extremely high temperatures, it is much denser than regular ceramics, and will withstand a lot more pressure. Like a forged metal knife, if the knife lands on the tip, the tip will break. Fortunately, Kyocera will re-tip the knife free of charge if it does not show signs of abuse, as would usually be evident with prying. Also, if the edge is abused, as with chopping bone or other hard items, this and all other knives will nick.

 
Q. Can I chop or pry with these ceramic knives?

A. Your knife will work best as a slicing knife. When chopping with the Chef Knives, use the point as a pivot, always keeping part of the blade on the chopping surface. Avoid chopping as you might do with a cleaver. And, as with all knives, avoid prying.

 
Q. What cutting surfaces work best?

A. As with all knives, wood or polyethylene cutting boards are the best cutting surfaces. They will keep your knife sharper longer. Avoid marble, glass, stone, ceramic and other hard surfaces; they damage all knives.

 
Q. How do I clean my ceramic knives?

A. Clean with water and liquid dish detergent. A mild cleanser (like Barkeepers Friend) will remove any discoloration not removed by normal washing.

 
Q. Can I clean my Kyocera knives in the dishwasher?

A. We do not recommend cleaning them in a dishwasher. Violent motion against other objects, especially hard plates, could chip the objects and also the knife itself. Dishwashers ruin wood objects, and the Kyocera knives we offer have beautiful wood handles that will last a lifetime with proper care. And because the knives are so sharp, it could be dangerous if someone carelessly reaches in the dishwasher without noticing the knife.

 
Q. How do I store my ceramic knives?

A. The box they come in provide safe storage. You can also store them in a knife block, or plastic sheaths if you choose to store them in a drawer.

 
Q. Do Kyocera knives come with a warranty?

A. All Kyocera ceramic knives are warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for five (5) years after the original purchase date. In the event such a defect occurs, Kyocera Tycom Corp. ("KTC") will repair or replace the knife free of charge. This warranty extends only to the knife's original purchaser. This warranty does not cover damage caused by improper use of the knife, or accidental damage to the knife. Small chips or broken tips are not covered by this warranty, but can often be corrected by re-sharpening. Discoloration can be removed by soaking the knife in a mild bleach solution or acetone.

To process your warranty claim please fill out the Warranty form that came with your knife, enclose your proof of purchase and your knife, and send to Kyocera Tycom Corp., 17862 Fitch, Irvine, California 92614, Attention: Warranty Claim. KTC will repair or replace the knife as its sole option.

You can get a copy of the warranty and the form in PDF format, at:
www.kyoceraadvancedceramics.com/products/warranty/

THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND Kyocera Tycom Corp MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE KNIFE OR RELATING TO ITS QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. KTC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES WHETHER A CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE. IN NO EVENT WILL KTC'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE KNIFE.
www.kyoceraadvancedceramics.com

 
Q. What things should I avoid to keep the knife under warranty?

A. Here's a short list of what to avoid...

• Cutting frozen foods, bones, hard cheeses or hard crusts of bread;
• Dropping on hard surfaces;
• Prying with the tip;
• Washing in the dishwasher;
• Using as a scraper;
• Hitting against china or flatware;
• Putting the blade in open flame;
• Sharpening with a conventional sharpener.

 
Q. How do I sharpen ceramic knives?

A. Ceramic knives can only be sharpened with special diamond discs, which are not yet available to consumers. Call us for the availability of ceramic knife sharpening in our Philadelphia store. Or use one of the services below.