Citra Leaf Iron Cheese Knives Set of 3 - Brass

This is a set of three cheese knives in brass plated iron. Each has a handle shaped like a long, slender leaf, with a vein pattern running down its full length. The blades are all different: one is narrow and flat with a squared end, one is pointed with a gently curved edge, and the third is a wide, spade-shaped blade with a straight front. At 19cm long and 5cm wide they sit comfortably on a cheese board, and the set weighs 0.22KG. Iron is a strong, rigid metal.

They belong on the table whenever cheese comes out: a board after dinner, a long weekend lunch, a spread for friends with bread and fruit. Between them the three shapes cover the usual jobs. A narrow flat blade slices and portions firmer cheese, a pointed blade cuts into a rind and serves soft cheese, and a broad spade-shaped blade lifts slices and carries them to a plate. Because each handle looks like a leaf, they suit a wooden or stone board and a relaxed, country-kitchen table, and they make a thoughtful gift for anyone who likes to host.

The pieces are made of iron with a brass plated, lacquered finish. The surface is textured and slightly uneven, so the brass catches the light differently along each blade, and the vein lines on the handles read clearly against it. They do not go in the dishwasher, the microwave or the oven, so wash them by hand after use and put them away dry. For the table, lay all three across the board with the handles pointing the same way, or on a folded napkin beside it, and let the leaf shapes do the decorating for you.

What is each of the three knives for?

The narrow flat blade slices firmer cheese, the pointed knife cuts into rinds and serves soft cheese, and the wide spade-shaped blade lifts and serves portions.

Can these cheese knives go in the dishwasher?

No. The maker says they do not go in the dishwasher, so wash them by hand. They should also stay out of the microwave and the oven.

Are they solid brass?

No. They are made of iron with a brass plated, lacquered finish. The plating gives them their brass colour and textured surface.

How big are the knives?

They measure 19cm long and 5cm wide, and the set weighs 0.22KG. That is a practical size for a cheese board or a serving platter.

Do all three pieces match?

Yes. They are sold as a set of three. Each has the same leaf-shaped handle with a vein pattern, and each has a different blade shape for a different job.