A solid stable of kitchen knives can make the difference between a frustrating cooking experience and a delightful one. They also help with aesthetics - a sharp knife allows the chef to chop with precision, giving diced tomatoes a sharp edge instead of a pressed or torn look resulting in soupy liquid on the bottom of the cutting board.
While one may be tempted to buy a full set, consisting of 1-2 chef knives, 1-2 paring knives, a chopping knife and one or more other specialty styles - purists believe in starting simple. A bread knife with a serrated edge, a small paring knife for detailed work and one 6-8" chef knife for everything else.
A nice chef knife may set you back $50-$100 depending on the brand, craftsmanship and materials used which sounds very expensive at first, but it isn't much more than buying that 10-knife set at your local box store that is sure to leave you unsatisfied.
Shop around - find single knives or a better quality set to get you started and go from there.
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Pure Komachi 2 Series Hollow-Ground Santoku Knife
Retail: $12.50
Lowest Price: $5.99
52% off
Brand:
Komachi
| Model: AB5064
- 6-1/2-inch Santoku knife with hollow-ground edge for reduced friction
- High-carbon stainless-steel blade retains super-sharp edge over time
- Food-safe, FDA-approved resin for bright color and nonstick performance
- Lightweight, ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip; dishwasher-safe
- Measures 11 by 4/5 by 2-2/7 inches
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Victorinox 40570 Cutlery 6-Inch Chef's Knife, Black Fibrox Handle
Retail: $25.80
Lowest Price: $13.20
48% off
Brand:
Victorinox
| Model: 47570
- Versatile 6-inch chef's knife sized for comfort; designed for chopping, mincing, and dicing
- High carbon stainless-steel blade provides maximum sharpness and edge retention
- Blade stamped from cold-rolled steel; bolsterless edge for use of entire blade and ease of sharpening
- Textured, slip resistant, and ergonomically designed Fibrox handle for balance and comfort; NSF approved
- Hand washing recommended; lifetime warranty; made in Switzerland
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Ginsu 04817 International Traditions 14-Piece Knife Set with Block, Natural
Retail: $49.99
Lowest Price: $27.88
44% off
Brand:
Ginsu
| Model: 04817
- Set includes 7 kitchen knives, 6 steak knives, and natural colored hardwood block
- Symmetrically-cut, two-dimensional serrated edges for precision slicing
- Stainless-steel blades never needs sharpening
- Full tangs triple-riveted to bakelite handles
- For left- or right-handed use; limited lifetime guarantee
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Victorinox 47508 3-1/4-Inch Paring Knife
Retail: $7.80
Lowest Price: $4.38
43% off
Brand:
Victorinox
| Model: 47508
- 3-1/4-inch paring knife for coring, dicing, and mincing fruits and vegetables
- Stamped from stain-resistant, high-carbon steel
- Ergonomically designed, synthetic polypropylene handle
- Precisely tapered from base to tip; no bolster
- Hand-washing recommended; limited lifetime warranty
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Victorinox Fibrox 7-Inch Granton Edge Santoku Knife
Retail: $45.80
Lowest Price: $26.99
41% off
Brand:
Victorinox
| Model: 47529
- Combines cleaver features with a chef's knife; Granton edge flutes make paper thin slices and prevent food from sticking to blade
- High-carbon stainless-steel blade provides maximum sharpness and edge retention; stamped from cold-rolled steel and ice tempered
- Blade conical ground for minimal resistance while cutting; laser tested to ensure optimum cutting power; bolsterless to allow use of entire blade
- Patented Fibrox handle is textured, slip resistant, and ergonomically designed for balance and comfort; NSF approved
- Hand washing recommended; lifetime warranty; expertly made in Switzerland
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Ginsu 04858 2-Piece Stainless Steel Santoku Knife Set
Retail: $27.00
Lowest Price: $15.99
40% off
Brand:
Ginsu
| Model: 4858
- Japanese-style cook's knife designed for mincing, dicing and slicing
- Blades are made of commercial quality, high carbon, Japanese stainless steel
- Traditional Kullens grind on blade helps to prevent food from sticking
- Stainless handles are built for extreme strength and durability
- Blades have durable double serrated edges
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