Buy Berkley Fillet Board with Built in Ruler

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It makes a great bait board and for cleaning fish, very light but metal clamp needs to be rinsed and wiped clean it will rust fast.

Buy Victorinox Cutlery 8-Inch Curved Breaking Knife, Black Fibrox Handle

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I bought Victorinox's chef knife and was very satisfied, however I wanted another knife better suited for meats. I bought this knife to satisfy that need and I am not disappointed. This knife is absolutely amazing. My wife is scared to use it because it is so sharp. We hand dry it and put it away immediately because of the damage this thing could do. It's shape is great, the large handle feels sturdy and comfortable, and of course it slices through meats like butter. Sharpest knife I've ever owned period.

Buy Dexter Russell 8in X 3 1/4in Duo-edge Chinese Chefs Knife

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i bought this as a gift for my wife. she had been using an old Taiwan made chinese chef's knife. The thing required constant sharpening after every use and didn't even sharpen so well. I finally got her this knife and she loves it. It holds its edge well and we don't need to re-sharpen it so often. It has nice balance and is so sharp you could shave your arm hair with it. Thanks Dexter for making a great knife.

Buy Mercer Cutlery Genesis 10" Forged Carving Knife, Steel/Black

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this is very well made and really sharp it is well worth the money and I have a couple of other regular but decent carving knives,the steel in this one is excellent

Buy Ginsu 04871 Essential Series 8-Piece Cutlery Set with Black Block

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I was worried buying Ginsu knives as I know there are some pretty cheap knock-offs out there, but these are well-made, substantial knives. If I ever need kitchen knives again, I would go with them again unless I was prepared to spend significantly more money.

Buy DEBBIE MEYER'S Kake-Kut'r Trio - Wood Handles

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Very good quality and sturdy design - can't wait to bake a cake and impress my family with how well I can cut it!!

Buy Purple Flower Style Cake Knife and Server Set for Wedding Party

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• Purple Flower Style Cake Knife and Server Set for Wedding Party

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The knives are durable. The flowers were a bit nicer than expected but still pretty cheap. Went well with the rest of our decore.

Buy Messermeister Asian Precision 8-Inch Chinese Knife

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The Messermeister Asian Precision 8-inch Chinese Cleaver has a rectangular broad blade with a double edge. It is used like a chef's knife and not a throwing meat cleaver. It chops, dices and slices vegetables, fruits, herbs, etc.

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• Made in Seki, Japan


• 1-Piece, fully stamped


• Ergonomic balance


• Paper pakkawood composite handle


• 3 Rivet construction

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We received a Messermeister Chinese knife as a gift many years ago, and it was a fine knife. At some point we lost a rivet from it, and we weren't able to find replacement knife rivets anywhere. So I contacted the manufacturer to ask if it could send a replacement rivet ... and the company sent us a brand-new knife. We didn't even know we had a lifetime guarantee. That's excellent service. Don't hesitate to buy a Messermeister.

Buy Mercer Cutlery Renaissance 10" Chef's Knife

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Like many kitchen workers in the industry, I've kicked around my fair share of knives. For the longest time, I had been a fan of more expensive knives, paying for what I perceived as quality, durability, and usability. This knife, however, outshines all others in my knife roll. I had this knife, along with three other french knives, professionally sharpened over two years ago--and despite the fact that this blade has taken the most (daily) abuse in the kitchen over all other knives I own, it has held it's edge to what has been described as "nearly dangerously sharp" with only regular honing on a standard steel. I even regularly use this knife to disarticulate chicken carcasses, cutting through bone without so much as the smallest nick to the edge. What's more, the half-bolster design allows you to use, hone and sharpen the ENTIRE blade--full bolsters, in my opinion, are a major design flaw that is standard on many of the more expensive (*achem* German) knives. If you're looking for a truly great workhorse of a knife, whether for professional use or for your home kitchen, take it from a long-time pro and look no further--this is the knife for you!

Buy Victorinox 8-Inch Chef's Knife, Rosewood Handle

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From the inventors of the famous Swiss Army knife comes a line of fine kitchen tools designed for accomplished and aspiring chefs at work or in the home. Each blade from the stamped line of cutlery is expertly made in Switzerland from high-carbon stainless steel and undergoes a special tempering process for an edge that can be resharpened again and again. The result is a knife that can keep its original sharpness throughout the entire life of the blade. Each blade is conical ground throughout its length and depth, which results in a wider break point with less risk of the blade breaking and less resistance for easier cutting, and then laser tested to ensure optimum cutting power and durability. The blades are paired with classic, beautiful rosewood handles riveted for durability and designed to minimize wrist tension while offering a comfortable grip. The Victorinox stamped collection with rosewood handles is an extensive range with open-stock pieces as well as handy and versatile sets. Often referred to as a chef's best friend, the 8-inch multipurpose chef's knife is designed for chopping, mincing, slicing, and dicing. Sized for comfort, it's also available in 6- and 10-inch versions as well. All high-quality cutlery and kitchen tools should be washed by hand for best care, and Victorinox covers each piece with a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects. From the Manufacturer Who is Victorinox? Although Victorinox is known the world over as the creator of the Original Swiss Army Knife, the company started out in 1884 as a cutlery workshop. By the time company creator Karl Elsener delivered his first pocket knife to the Swiss Army, his cutlery business was already booming. Over the next century, Victorinox cutlery became a top-rated choice among professionals worldwide, with over 300 blades to offer. Victorinox knives have regularly appeared as highly ranked and recommended kitchen tools in Cook’s Illustrated, Men’s Health, The Cincinnati Enquirer, New York Magazine, and Natural Health, just to name a few. In 2009, the company announced a partnership with professional chef, Daniel Humm, of Eleven Madison Park in New York City. In addition, building on the success of its cutlery business, Victorinox has brought all the same quality and expertise to a wider range of products and accessories, including other kitchen tools, pocket tools, watches, luggage, and clothing. Who is R.H. Forschner? Victorinox had been a staple in European commercial cutlery for over 50 years when approached by New York’s R.H. Forschner, known since 1855 as a builder of scales for butchers, to be their sole cutlery supplier. The two companies joined forces in 1937, and R.H. Forschner subsequently became North America’s dominant professional brand, as ubiquitous in the bustling meatpacking plants of the Midwest as it is in the gleaming, four-star restaurant kitchens of Midtown Manhattan. As a division of Victorinox/Swiss Army Brands, R.H. Forschner marketed cutlery under the brand name “RH Forschner by Victorinox” and distributed to the commercial, food service, and retail trade classes. That brand has been considered a top choice of professionals worldwide with over 300 styles of blades bearing the R.H. Forschner name. However, in 2009, in conjunction with Victorinox’s 125th anniversary, the company, Victorinox Swiss Army, Inc., has decided to remove the “RH Forschner” name from all blades. Blades thenceforth only include the “Victorinox” name. What is a stamped blade? A stamped knife can usually be identified by the absence of a bolster. Stamped blades are cut into their shapes from cold-rolled pieces of steel and then ground, tempered, and sharpened. Creating them requires many less steps than forging and results in lighter, narrower blades. Some professionals prefer the thicker, heavier forged blades, but many pros, who spend much of their day cutting and slicing, enjoy a lighter knife since it’s less fatiguing and easier to manipulate at speed. Stamped knives are easier to produce and therefore less expensive. They perform very well and can approach the quality of a forged blade, but not the weight or feel. Victorinox manufactures a complete range of stamped blades with classic, beautiful Rosewood handles and they are considered among the greatest values in the knife industry. What knives do I need to own? Knife choice or selection is determined by many factors--size, function, style, and preference. The most important factor is function. Different knives have different uses. It is important to use the proper knife for a specific task, since proper knife selection and the use of a proper-sized, sharp knife make for safe cutting. General kitchen tasks and the knife to use for them are as follows: Paring: The most common to own and use, a paring knife is generally for small cutting jobs and peeling of vegetables or fruit. The blade size is usually from three to four inches. Choose the shape and size to fit your hand. Since this is one of the more versatile knives, owning more than one is recommended. Chef's: The most important tool and essential to every cook, a chef‘s knife is most often used in a rocking method to mince, dice, and chop vegetables and herbs. This one is known as the chef’s best friend. Slicer: Most commonly used to slice meats, poultry, and seafood, the slicer is an important companion to any host or hostess. Boning: As its name suggests, a boning knife is used to trim or remove meat and fish from the bone. Bread: Designed with a special edge, a bread knife makes easy work of cutting through crusty bread, pastries, or any item with a crust and a soft interior. Fillet: Most often used by pros and seasoned home chefs, the fillet knife is used to fillet meat and fish. Cleaver: An important addition to any collection, a cleaver is often used to cut or chop through bones. Santoku: This knife combines the features of a cleaver with a chef's knife. The curved blade helps the rocking motion used for chopping, and the wide blade works well for scooping sliced food off a cutting board and for crushing garlic. The santoku can also be used to slice meat and has a narrow spine for making thin cuts. Utility: An all-purpose knife often referred to as a sandwich knife, the utility knife peels and slices fruits and vegetables, and even carves small meats. Shaping: With its curved blade, a shaping knife is great for small precision cuts where control is essential, such as peeling, trimming, or garnishing. What are the different knife edges and what do they do? Straight: The vast majority of Victorinox knives come with a straight or fine edge. This means it has a perfect taper along the blade and no serrations. It is designed to cut without tearing or shredding. Serrated: An edge designed with small, jagged teeth along the edge. Scalloped: A blade with waves along the edge generally used to cut breads with a hard crust and soft interior, as well as tougher-skinned fruits and vegetables. Granton: This edge has hollowed-out grooves or dimples on the sides of the blade. These grooves fill with the fat and juices of the product being cut, allowing for thin, even cuts without tearing. Even with the grooves, these are still straight-edge knives and can be honed with a sharpening steel. How should I care for my cutlery? After use, knives should not be allowed to soak in water. The best practice is to hand wash and dry them immediately. This is especially true if they have been used on fruit or salty foods, which may cause some staining, even on stainless steel. Most knives require very little maintenance and it is worth the effort to protect your investment. Though Victorinox knives are dishwasher safe, this is strongly discouraged. The dishwasher’s agitation may cause damage. Additionally, harsh detergents can be harmful and cause pitting and spotting on the blades. The handles may also discolor and develop a white film with constant use of the dishwasher. Plus, intense heat associated with dishwashers is not good for the temper of the blade. How do I keep my knives sharp? All quality knives require proper maintenance to keep them in perfect cutting shape. The best of edges will quickly dull if it strikes metal, glass, or Formica. A wooden cutting board makes the best cutting surface. And, if a slip occurs, a proper cutting board is safer for the user. Frequent use of a Victorinox sharpening steel will keep blades in tip top working condition. All straight-edge knives need steeling to keep their edges. How to "Steel" a Knife 1. Hold the steel firmly in your left hand with the guard positioned to stop the blade should it slip. 2. Hold the knife in your right hand and place on top part of steel as shown. 3. Raise back of blade one-eighth inch. 4. Now, moving the blade only, draw it across the steel in an arching curve, pivoted at your wrist. The blade tip should leave the steel about two-thirds of the way down. 5. Repeat the same action with the Blade on the bottom side of the steel. Always maintain the same pressure and angle on both sides of the steel. 6. Repeat five or six times. When a sharpening steel no longer does the job, it’s time to take the knife to a qualified knife sharpener who will place a new edge on it. This, along with use of the sharpening steel, will give you many years of sharp, safe blades. Please note that electric knife sharpeners can be harmful. They have to be used carefully as they remove too much metal, can harm the temper of the blade, and most important can change the factory-applied edge angle. How should I store my knives? Safety is the biggest concern of storage, both to the user and to protect the knife's edge. Choices include a knife magnet, knife block, drawer insets, and also individual knife protectors.






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For those that were curious like me, this is the same knife as the Victorinox Swiss Army 8-Inch Fibrox Straight Edge Chef's Knife but with the wood handle instead of the fibrox handle.



The reason I chose this knife was because I preferred the wooden handle over the fibrox handle, it just looks nicer.



For some reason, it was very difficult to see if they were the same blade since the fibrox knife had the huge ratings and what not. I went on their website and both knifes had the same specifications with the blade.



So I hope i help some of you that were frustrated as i was.

Buy Dexter 8" X 3 1/4" Chinese Chef Knife, Black Sofgrip

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FACTS: The net weight is aproximately 315 grams. The overall length is 307.5mm. The blade itself is 202.7 mm long, by 83 mm. high (i.e. from sharp edge to spine), by 2.5 mm thick at the spine, tapering to aprox 2mm at midpoint between spine and cutting edge. The handle is 104.8mm long, and has a maximum diametre of 30mm. The short round lightweight handle is composed of 2 parts: an inner molded plastic with tight fitting, hard rubbery outer sleeve. The balance point when placed on a fulcrum is aprox 65mm into blade (counting from the handle).



PROS: Arguably, the blade's high carbon stainless steel is the strong point of the knife.* The handle is sanitary and provides a secure grip. Good overall value.



CONS: The overall balance leaves much to be desired, which seems to be due to the long heavy blade and short lightweight handle. Also, the blade height is somewhat dissappointing, because the versatility of a traditional chinese professional chef's knife lies in its deep squared off shape. A shorter but higher blade with a heftier longer handle would be more balanced, proportionaly appropiate for a chinese chef knife -and more adequate size for home use.



* by using and sharpening for a few months, I have formed an idea of the blade's sharpness retention, which in my end user point of view is more than adecuate for demanding home kitchen use. But it's worth stressing that I'm not a qualified expert.

Buy Pure Komachi 2 Series Citrus Knife

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I have several of these knives....bread knife, paring, slicing. I love the quirky colors, they make me giggle....

But even more, I love the usefulness, the sharpness of the blades, the ease of cleaning AND the great price.



After the horrible flooding of New Orleans...and the loss of all my "good knives" to the 11 feet of mud and water in my kitchen, I decided I wanted pretty, fun, and, of course, useful in my life. These fit the bill.



Enjoy!

Buy Vktech 3 in 1 Stainless Steel Multi-function Cake Knife Cake Spatula Tool Black

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I enjoy using these spatulas. They are small, however, they work quite well whether I am using it to smooth out a cake or casserole. They are functional and I would recommend them.

Buy Kyocera Revolution 5-Inch Micro Serrated Utility Knife, Black Blade

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Good GRAVY this knife is amazing! Upon unpackaging it, the first thing my wife and I did was try it out on the vegetable (fruit?) it is most well-suited for: a tomato. We were shocked at how sharp the blade is, and how literally effortless it was to cut slice after paper-thin slice of tomato without so much as squishing out a single seed or bit of inside goop! No joke. We cut a Roma Tomato into a couple-dozen perfect, papery-thin slices. I would say that the blade glided through the tomato easier than a hot knife through butter.



Next, to test out how "non-porous" the ceramic blade was, we took it and cut an entire habanero pepper into thin slices. Then we simply rinsed it under hot water, and went back to the tomato again. There was no detectable residue of the habanero when I ate the tomato slices that we cut directly after rinsing. Impressive.



Now it is true, the micro-serrations are really best for cutting waxy-skinned fruits and vegetables that have soft insides. So in addition, we bought some of the other Kyocera Ceramic knives for other purposes too. But I would say that this knife is now part of our regular meal preparation literally almost daily. We love it!

Buy Lenox Bridal Adorn Cake Knife and Server

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GAVE THESE TO A DEAR FRIEND FOR HER EDDING. SHE LOVED THEM AND WITH THE DESIGN SHE CAN USE THEM FOR OTHER PURPOSES TOO

Buy J.A. Henckels International 3-Piece Paring Knife Set, Black

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I purchased this three piece paring knife set in addition to a more expensive Henckels paring knife J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star 3-Inch High Carbon Stainless Steel Paring Knife. This set is good quality. Stamped on the blades are the words "German Stainless Steel" and "Made in China". They have a good sharp edge and a textured, shaped plastic handle that provides a good grip. The package says that the knives are "stamped one-piece blade construction for strength and durability". It also says that the handles are "fully closed polypropylene", "breakproof, dishwasher safe, and hygienic." They are lightweight and have a nice finish on the blades.

Buy CUTCO Model 124 Poly Prep Board 8" x 12" [Cutting Board]

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This item was to small we thought it was a larger one. Disappointed will return! We have the larger board and that was what we wanted.