can you use a sharp knife to cut with or will it harm the bottom
191533
It will scratch the bottom - I don't think you can cut through and you will still be able to use the pan. It doesn't have a non-stick finish like teflon that you can chip off.
191534
I think it will harm the bottom. I would not recommend using a sharp knife on this pan. Unless you don't care if it gets scratched. I don't think it would effect the quality of the pan if it was to get scratched accidently. WOULD NOT ADVISE USING A SHARP KNIFE ON THIS PAN.
191535
I use sharp knives on them all of the time. It scratches them, but they (I have four) have held up for at least four years.
191536
I used parchment paper on the bottom so all I had to do was loosen the sides of the cake. I loosened the sides gently with a non-serrated knife gently and doing that did not scratch the sides of the pan.
191537
You'll definitely scratch the pan. Anodized aluminum is harder than regular aluminum, but not as hard as steel. In general, you should treat it the same way as a non-stick pan (i.e. use rubber or plastic utensils when possible).
705883
As soon as it doesn't seem to cut as well. PLEASE, get yourself a sharpening steel......what the chefs use. Works GREAT with just a few swipes! And PLEASE DO NOT PUT A GOOD KNIFE INT HE DISHWASHER!!!!!
1023960
No. You definitely shouldn't use a knife to cut anything on the sheet. Someone did so on mine and made several slashes. The good thing about them is that absolutely nothing sticks to them, so you can easily slide whatever you are doing right to a cutting board. Hope this helps.
58598
Hello. We wash all such items at this bagel cutter (and all our good knives) by hand ourselves to make sure there is no food material left in difficult-to-reach areas and no mysterious dishwasher damage. I am a person who worries a bit at doing such things as well, so, I understand your concern... this thing is the meaning of sharp. Yes, it is a matter you can do but do be careful and aware when you do it. The only reason it might be a bit more risky than a plain knife, is the housing lends a disarming sense of safety one needs to watch out for. Best to you.
1784271
Yes, my husband says he cut it with a knife he keeps with his tools. We have been very pleased with this product!
2074058
It is a finished piece so I wouldn't cut it. You *could* cut from the bottom. I purposes this differently than as sold, so I can't answer the hardware question.
432056
Only the bottom is sharp, I tried the sawback on wool and it just rip through. The knife is balanced and has no problems. It is worth every penny
1129080
I would not recommend cutting it since it is stitched on the bottom.and side unless you have a sewing machine to stitch it up so it doesn't unravel
1649828
You can cut it but it is going to lose quality. Best to leave it as is and buy the small pads. They come GREATLY in handy. If you cut it the fiber-type material inside will begin to fall out and ruin the pad.
58592
Hi There,I would just rinse the blade part not get in there with a sponge. the other part has nothing sharp so you will be safe. This is the best tool since sliced bread ( pardon the pun) but really it is great for bagels, english muffins slices evenly and no worries about cutting yourself.
1784269
Sure you can cut it. I used a little hand saw with a fine tooth blade and it worked fine (takes a little while to cut through the top edge where the round part is).
1430024
Good question. I was curious, so I tried. The answer is no. The edge is NOT sharp - which is why it won't damage pots and pans.
253204
No, don't cut to open. Keep looking for opening. It is a really tight zip lock on the bottom. Pull it apart. That is why it is so watertight - because of the tight seal.
1363610
I would say yes but not without seriously dulling the blade. I'd suggest a different knife for that. Still a good knife though.
235584
Yes, you can cut it but you need a sharp scissors or shears. It is a very nice product.
624524
You could cut/file some material off the bottom but I doubt it will work as is.
497391
No, because that would dull it considerable, and probably lower the temper in the blade due to excessive heat. The blade is much thinner than a conventional kitchen knife.