CARING FOR YOUR CARDINAL KNIFE

The Cardinal is a professional-grade chef's knife designed to last. To keep it performing at its best, please follow these care guidelines:

Daily Care:

Hand wash with warm water and mild soap (recommended)
OR dishwasher safe – place in utensil basket with blade facing down
Dry completely before storing
Store in the provided safety guard 

What Not to Cut:

• Frozen foods
• Bones or dense cartilage
• Hard materials (coconut shells, thick squash stems, etc.)
• Non-food items

SAFETY GUIDELINES

The Cardinal is a sharp, professional-grade tool. Please use it safely:

Always use the safety guard when storing in a drawer or transporting
Keep out of reach of children
Cut away from your body and keep fingers clear of the blade
Store securely to prevent accidents

WHAT SOLE COOKWARE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR

By purchasing and using the Cardinal knife, you acknowledge and agree that Sole Cookware is not responsible for:

Damage from improper use or care:

• Rust, corrosion, or staining from improper storage (leaving in sink or soaking)
• Chips, cracks, breaks, or bent tips from dropping, misuse, or cutting inappropriate materials
• Blade damage from cutting on hard surfaces (glass, granite, marble, ceramic, metal)
• Damage from cutting frozen foods, bones, or other hard materials
• Dulling of the blade from normal use
• Damage from prying, twisting, or using the knife for non-culinary purposes

Normal wear and aesthetic changes:

• Dulling of the blade over time (sharpness diminishes with use)
• Minor scratches, patina, or discoloration on the blade
• Natural wear on handle materials
• Slight variations in appearance between knives (handcrafted products naturally vary)

Accidents and misuse:

• Personal injury resulting from improper handling, storage, or use
• Property damage
• Accidental damage from dropping, impacts, or mishandling
• Modifications or alterations not authorized by Sole Cookware

Consequential damages:

• Lost time, ingredients, or meals
• Indirect or incidental damages of any kind
• Any damages exceeding the original purchase price of the knife

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

As the owner of a Cardinal knife, you are responsible for:

• Following all care instructions provided
• Using the knife safely and appropriately
• Storing the knife securely (with safety guard or in proper knife storage)
• Keeping the knife out of reach of children
• Inspecting the knife regularly and discontinuing use if damaged

Knives are sharp tools that require care and attention. Sole Cookware assumes no liability for injuries or damages resulting from improper use, storage, or handling.

LIMITATIONS

Maximum liability:
In no event will Sole Cookware's liability exceed the original purchase price paid for the knife.

No consequential damages:
Sole Cookware is not liable for personal injury, property damage, or any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of the Cardinal knife.

Assumption of risk:
By using the Cardinal knife, you acknowledge that knives are inherently sharp tools and you assume all risk associated with their use.

QUESTIONS?

For care questions or product inquiries:
Please email hello@solecookware.com