Why are they hand wash only?
1329536
These knives contain carbon so prolonged periods of moisture such as a dishwasher or soaking in a sink can lead to rust issues on the blade and under the handle plus the harsh detergents can stain the metal and the high heat can cause the handles to crack. Dishwasher safe knives have a coating to prevent rust/spotting and are available on Amazon also and are less expensive too so that may be another option.
1329537
Im not sure why they say hand wash only. I put my knifes in the dishwasher and haven't seen any difference in the knifes.
1329538
dishwashers are tough on knives. I am not sure if that set has wooded handles but over time dishwasher will take its toll on the wood finish
154412
Not sure, I handwash everything. This product is great and worth the extra effort, though.
1143635
We haven't needed to wash ours either. I would think you could just wash it by hand.
1002318
Hi Lauren, Yes. We hand washed everything before sterilizing them. I am not sure if this is necessary, but we don't want to deal with bacteria build-up down the road. Annoying? Yes, but its for the good of our baby. Hope this help.
1082131
We hand wash them because they don't fit well in the Dishwasher. We use them for water, so washing is not critical. We love them!!
2128223
The use and care instructions accompanying the order says: "Hand wash only".
400303
I have washed them by hand, but I think they would be dishwasher safe if done only occasionally.
1214860
They are easy to hand wash. I don't use my dishwasher on a daily basis, so I have to wash by hand. Don't use soap. Rinse with hot water and dry with a paper. This will remove any residue.
1636029
It says to hand wash them. I had a small which were a bit tight so I exchanged for a medium which I may machine wash on delicate cycle and hand dry
2073364
I have on occasion, but I do prefer to hand wash. I fear that the dry cycle shorten it use if I intent to use it for years.
2122332
I have hand washed and used intermittently over the last year. They are sturdy. Not for daily use.
1363962
Manufacture says no, hand wash only. I want to use them for a long while, so I wash them by hand.
74583
OURS SAID "HAND WASH ONLY" DIDN'T YOURS??? We got 3 free at Fresh Market when we bought some wine. Basically.... these are disposable. What do you expect? We just bought 8 for $25.90. Yes... these are a bit upscale. You may prefer to visit the plastic cup SOLO isle at your local grocery store if these were not to your liking.
465133
I always hand wash. I feel they would spot if left in dishwasher. Hope this helps.
1365946
It said on information on the product when I purchased them that you should wash them by hand. So I've always washed them in my sink.
1970477
Tag says hand wash only but I've run it through on gentle and tumble dry low and it was fine.
1762068
I'm the same as the previous answer - I've always washed mine by hand and they've held up well for about 3 years now. I have no idea if they'd still look as nice having gone through the washer.