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Showing posts with label japanese chef knives cooking knives. Show all posts

GAMAGO Swiss Measuring Spoons

GAMAGO Swiss Measuring SpoonsIt was a good deal larger than expected. Also, the sizes are: 1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1tsp, and 1 tbsp.

I gave this as a gag gift at Christmas to someone who loves to cook and bake. She appreciated the joke but is also going to use this to cook and bake for real. A joke that ended up with a practical use.

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Complete 41 Piece Kitchen Utensil Cutlery Knife Set

Complete 41 Piece Kitchen Utensil Cutlery Knife SetI received my set within two days and it is unreal what you get for such little money. More knives than I could ever even think to use. I got everything I need all in one.

The Large Cheese Knife

The Large Cheese KnifeWe like cheese. Nearly all of it is the kind you cut off large blocks like Tillamook Extra Sharp Cheddar wrapped in black plastic.

This knife will not cut the plastic. Use a regular knife to cut plastic at corners, peal down, then use this cheese knife.

Of the many cheese knives we have this one is about ten times cleaner, smoother, easier cutting. If you are not really happy with your cheese knife this one deserves a chance. We bought the longer version so I can put my fingers on the tip to guide straighter cuts especially when they are thin.

With the medium firm cheeses there is nothing to wash off the blade. It glides through the cheese like nothing I have ever tried and comes out clean on the other side. Sponge wipe and rinse. Perhaps the plastic edge might be delicate? Store it like any other good knife where the edge will not bump anything.

I was a little sceptical after looking for so many years. At least for medium firm cheeses this is the BEST.

Wow!! I love this knife!! I used the smaller one at a friends house and had to buy my own. Unfortunately I read the reviews which directed me to buy the big one instead of the small one. In my opinion you need both. The big one is HUGE and would be great for a big party where you buy 7 blocks of cheese from Costco and have to cut them in to half inch squares. For a regular dinner party the small is perfectly adequate. You can't take the big knife out and hand it to a guest. It would be akward! Buy both.

This thing cuts thick sharp cheeder blocks like butter. The way the blade is shaped it has multiple ridges which seem to allow air in while a regular knife allows no air and becomes more and more "stuck." This is the best way I can describe the way I understand how it works. Whatever it is, it's wonderful. I can remember cutting block after block for parties and my hand hurts SO bad while using my best knife. NO MORE!! NO MORE!

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I have to admit that I was more than a little skeptical about purchasing a plastic knife but this knife is great. It really does slice through cheese like butter. I went back and forth between this and the "original" 9in The Cheese Knife. I'm glad that I chose the larger, 12.5in, one. The smaller one would have been fine for me but it would have cramped my husband's hand.

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I bought this for my aunt who ownes a wine and cheese shop in Montana. When she received the knife as a gift, she informed me that she already had two of the smaller knifes and was very excited to have the larger version. Great shopping experience, and according to her it is a great product as well!

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I specifically wanted the knife for slicing cheescakes. Doesn't work any better than any other knife! Otherwise, it works great for hard and soft block cheeses.

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Fibrox 7 1/2" Offset Bread Knife

Fibrox 7 1/2' Offset Bread KnifeReally a nice knife. Very sharp, and won't smash the bread when cutting. I just wish I had bought it years ago.

Offset serrated knives work well for so many daily applications I always have two available. These knives do not need tender treatment and can be put in the dishwasher. They are very sharp and keep their edge for a long time.

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NEW, Quality Stainless Steel 20-Piece Hanging Flatware Set, Includes Stainless Steel Stand

NEW, Quality Stainless Steel 20-Piece Hanging Flatware Set, Includes Stainless Steel StandI searched high and low for hanging flatware sets and this was the only set I was able to find. I needed to replace a set that I already owned for many years, as many of the pieces have been lost and a few were dammaged by falling into the disposal. I am very happy with this set. They are a nice, heavy weight and sturdy. The hanging rack is also very nice. The overall appearance is very nice-looks great on my counter. I do not have drawer space for flatware, so this was a must for me. The only downside was that I could not find the sets without the rack, as was mentioned by another customer, as I wanted a complete service for 12. I had to buy 3 complete sets, with the racks, so I probably paid a bit more, but it was all worth it. The set I am replacing was a service for 8 and cost about $80 several years ago. It was 18/10 stainless, and this one is 18/8; I'm not sure what that will mean to me, but might affect the price? Shipping was also a bit high, but considering that no one else had this, I gladly paid it to get these sets, which arrived very fast-way ahead of schedule. I would highly recommend this product if you want (or need) hanging flatware!

I've had some really 'cheap' looking hanging flatware, and so this set is a huge relief! I needed this for a small kitchen with little drawer space, so now everything is in it's place, and I'm a happy camper. I stil would love to buy a second set, without the hanging stand, as this stand could easily handle two sets. How's about it?

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I am just thrilled with this flatware set. It has a very substantial feel to it, is of an interesting "cutting-edge" design, and it hangs in a very balanced way on the holder. I was afraid it would have a cheap feel to it, but NOT. I've got it sitting out on my kitchen island; not only is the flatware handy, it all looks quite decorative. Highly recommended.

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I have owned a set of these for over 7 years. Over time, pieces have "disappeared" (kids probably). But I have looked everywhere for this EXACT set. The pieces I still have look brand new, no forks with staying teeth, spoons aren't disfigurred from bending back and forth, no rust or deteriation and the knifes are (even after used as a screwdriver a few times) flat as they day they were bought. Speaking of flat, the flat tips of the knifes unique and very useful (better than a spatula).

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I had bought some flatware quite a few years ago and was looking for some that was like it because it's heavy duty. when I saw this on amazon I was so excited because some of my pieces have disappeared. This is great flateware nothing fancy but will last a long time. The fact that it hangs frees up a drawer if you have limited space.

Wusthof 4-Piece Classic Knife Set

Wusthof 4-Piece Classic Knife SetVery nice knives, heavier than the cheap plastic handle sets you get at department stores. Also VERY sharp, cut my wifes finger the first time she used the bread knife (5 stitches)! Be careful.

I love these knives. The bread knife especially handy. Its perfect for tomatoes. Just be careful they are really sharp (my wife sliced her finger while cutting a bagette). You don't need any other knives except maybe a smaller chef knife. Worth every penny.

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This is a great set. All are knives that are used often. Bread knife is great for tomatoes, etc., too. Nice and sharp. After the old knives I had, I must be careful not to cut a finger off!

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This is my first set of really good knives and it is amazing how much easier they are to use. The chef's knife makes cooking prep a joy rather than a chore. The 8" knife felt big at first, but after using it for a while, it's feels like the perfect size. I've been using the steel to hone the knives daily when I use them and they stay sharp.

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Robinson Knife Pyrex Spatula 10"

Robinson Knife Pyrex Spatula 10'I have been looking for my old Rubbermaid, flexible but not heat resistant, scraper and found out they were still being made by Pyrex. It is close to my old one but not quite as flexible. When I complained about the exorbitant shipping charge, the seller reduced it in half,and I was happy that they responded to my complaints.

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Victorinox Cutlery 10-Inch Straight Butcher Knife, Granton Edge, Black Fibrox Handle

Victorinox Cutlery 10-Inch Straight Butcher Knife, Granton Edge, Black Fibrox HandleAfter dropping hundreds on Wustof knives, I was thrilled to discover the Victorinox Forschners, which are of excellent quality at a much lower price. They aren't quite as heavy, but you quickly adjust.

Highly reccomended products.

I use this knife along with the Wusthof serrated knife for just about everything -it easily exceeded my expectations.

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Global GF-27 - 7 inch, 16cm Heavyweight Butcher's Knife

Global GF-27 - 7 inch, 16cm Heavyweight Butcher's KnifeGlobal's Butcher's Knife has been serving me quite well for some time now. It's been used for, unsurprisingly, some butchering, but at my last job it's main purpose was to break down lobsters. I forgot it one day and used my chef's knife, which now sports two cracks perpendicular to the edge from that one day. This guy, on the other hand, never suffered any damage (not, of course, counting dulling, which lobster shells are wont to cause). As with other Global knifes, the handle is comfortable, and in particular with this one, the handle is quite long which can be rather helpful with certain jobs (like trying to get into a joint without unnecessarily compressing the surrounding meat). Overall: very happy with it.

I use this knife to process deer meat and it works very well. Has good balance and holds an edge for a long time.

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This is the most recent addition to my small, yet growing Global knife collection and I definitely have enjoyed using it so far. I personally don't like using my chef's knife for raw meat and then having to wash and sanitize it before using it again for other tasks while cooking so I decided to get a knife strictly for meat. This knife was an excellent choice! It is perfect for trimming and prepping all types of raw meats and its unique design has proved to be very beneficial in a variety of tasks that I have had trouble with in the past using my chef's knife. I have found the 7" blade on this knife to be the perfect length to give you enough blade to work with good sized pieces of meat while not sacrificing any control so you can really have some finesse in your work.

As with all the Global knives I own and have come across, the quality of this knife is just stunning. They are absolutely beautiful knives and perform so amazingly well day after day. If you have been considering getting a Global I urge you to do so...they do not disappoint!

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New Great Kitchen Santoku Knife Cooking Tool Gadget with Cover by Farberware 5" Blade

New Great Kitchen Santoku Knife Cooking Tool Gadget with Cover by Farberware 5' BladeI found a knife like this at Walmart and could never find another. I looked here and there it was. I love this knife. I have small hands so larger butcher knives are difficult for me to use and get a good small chop. This one is great. I use it for everthing.

Vera Wang by Wedgwood Love Knots 5-Piece Place Setting

Vera Wang by Wedgwood Love Knots 5-Piece Place SettingI chose this pattern when I got married and love it. The set is very heavy and beautiful. Unfortunately, it is hard to find. I intend to order the serving pieces as well.

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OXO Good Grips Professional 3-1/2-Inch Paring Knife

OXO Good Grips Professional 3-1/2-Inch Paring KnifeThese knives are a great value. They perform as well as some more expensive knives that I own, and seem to retain the blade longer. The handles are very comfortable. Overall very good knives for the money.

Great little paring knife for everyday use. It does need to be sharpened frequently. Luckily I have the whole set of the OXY Good Grips Professional knives which includes a sharpener.

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Held up ok for what it costs, if you don't sharpen your knives, just get this and replace it when it dulls.

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I lost my paring knife, replaced it with this and am 100% satisfied. Knife is sharp and does the job!

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That's what I'm telling my best friend when I give it to her. She gave me a short list of things she wanted/needed and a small paring knife was on the list. Since I didn't want to come off as an extreme cheapo I looked at several pricier knives but settled on this one because I already own the identical knife and love it for plenty of reasons beyond its reasonable price tag.

The size of this knife is wonderful for most kitchen tasks. I use it for chopping vegetables every day but it also does a formidable job when carving a pumpkin or peeling potatoes or trimming a zucchini. The handle is very comfortable which is a signature feature for the OXO brand. I can use this for a long time without any hand cramping or fatigue. The blade is super sharp and if you follow the manufacturer's suggestion to hand wash it will stay that way. Overall, this knife is nicely balanced and well made. I have been using this knife for quite awhile and I haven't had to sharpen it yet as it still has a solid and sharp cutting edge. I also own the 4" version of this knife, but this is my go to knife for most jobs.

J.A. Henckels S.O.S. 8-Piece Stainless-Steel Steak Knife Set in Wood Gift Box

J.A. Henckels S.O.S. 8-Piece Stainless-Steel Steak Knife Set in Wood Gift BoxEverything about this set is first class, from the wood box it comes in to the beautiful finish to the excellent cutting edge.

Highly recommended

I was looking to get a quality set of steak knives at a reasonable price. These knives are sharp, balanced and easy to use, obviously well made. My family is delighted with them.

The wood presentation box is a nice touch.

All in all, a very good value.

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The knives are very nice looking and fit well with our flatware pattern and feel nice in your hand. The knives don't cut especially smoothly--tears the meat somewhat but gets the job done. The serrations seem larger and further apart than other steak knives I've used so maybe that's the difference? Overall I'm very pleased with them and may purchase another set for when we have larger parties.

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I purchased these for my son as a gift. He was thrilled! My husband, who is a bit of a culinary snob, was also very impressed. As far as he is concerned, the name Henckels means quality. There is substance to the knife without being overbearing for women with small hands. The gift box made the the knives even more outstanding. The gift arrived before the promised date in tip top condition.

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These knives are sharp. One of the reasons i bought them was that they are entirely in stainless steel, a single piece, so they could match my other flatware on the table and are also easy to clean. I've been cleaning them in the dishwasher and it's been ok. The logo on the blade is big so they do not look that nice on the table if your flatware style is clean and elegant and you're having a fancy dinner. But as the focus must be the food anyway, the logo might go unnoticed. For those who like heavy knives, it's not a good choice. But they do cut very well anyway, which is the most important.

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AC 90 Safe and Sound Gear Knife Roll Holds Approx. 60 Knives

AC 90 Safe and Sound Gear Knife Roll Holds Approx. 60 KnivesFor under $13 and free shipping, this is a real bargain. Try finding any knife roll that holds more than 20 knives for under $50 and you'll be hard pressed. Beyond that, you do get what you pay for.

Construction:

The item is made from genuine grade-X pleather that will likely crack and begin to fall apart under light use within a few years. The buckles are very thin and hollowed out and the straps feel like you could pull them in half if you yanked hard enough. The stitching is ok, but the materials are so frail that I would trust the stitching to hold up more than I would the synthetic leather and cloth. The quality is that of a toy purse that would come with a doll or an accessory intended for children under 5. That said, for $12 + change, it is a great temporary solution and I fully expected what I got.

Functionality:

When unlatched and unrolled, the bag is surprisingly long. The cloth flaps you see pictured unfold completely to display about 60, very small, black elastic bands placed very close to one another. The elastic is of poor quality and I expect it to dangle after extended use like the elastic document strap on the sun vizor of a 1992 Honda Civic. This product will hold many-a-pocket knife, butterfly knife, multi-tool, and small dagger. You cannot, however, fit medium-to-large sized knives in the roll unless you ignore the elastic straps intended to keep the knives in place. I have a good number of small pocket knives and it works great for them. Be careful fully loading this badboy though. Under the full weight of 60 knives, I imagine the handle would tear right off the roll when you lifted it if you didn't cradle it under your other arm. Fill it about half full and save the other half for when your elastic fails.

Overall:

I'm happy with the purchase. I mean, $13? It's cheap and it organizes medium-to-small knives and protects them from just being tossed into a drawer somewhere, clanking together, and damaging each other. This is not a quality item (I mean, who would expect it to be at that price?), however it's exactly the right quality for the price, so I gave this product 5-stars despite its failings. Plus, you'll get to feel like a budget "Dexter" unrolling your little bag of tiny folding knives to show off to your friends.

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You have a lot of small knives you want to organize.

Your 12 year old is getting a good collection going and needs somewhere to put them.

You just can't afford the next best thing right now.

You don't mind spending the price of lunch on something you'll probably throw away in 3 years.

You want to feel like Dexter and you're on a very tight budget.

you see i'm exceedingly cheap when it comes to these things though I need to use for work but whatever. This in a nutshell simply works it doesn't have compartments to get hold things like a mandoline but it works enough for the other stuff.

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Excellent quality and you can't beat the price!!! AWESOME!!! I have quite the knife collection and I've looked all over for something go hold them in and this fit the bill.

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Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star II 3-Inch Stainless-Steel Paring Knife

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star II 3-Inch Stainless-Steel Paring KnifeThis knife is very good at cutting things. Here's my list of pros and cons about this great knife:

Pros:

Small and knifey.

Cuts many things very well, including (but not limited to) broccoli, carrots, slow fingers, radishes and sausage.

It has a shiny silver end that looks great in a knife block. Your friends will say "wow, that's a shiny-ended knife in your knife block"

Cons:

You might cut yourself, please be careful.

It isn't very good with cutting things like steak. You really want a longer knife. Seriously, you'll just make a mess of the steak, and might hurt yourself in the process.

Does not fit well in pockets, particularly front and back pockets.

I would buy this knife again, especially if I wanted to cut things.

I have several of the Twin Four Star II knives and they are all great. I highly recommend this knife.

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Medium Super Fine Stone Knife Sharpening Kit

Medium Super Fine Stone Knife Sharpening KitAs previous meat cutter I couldn't find any satisfaction in sharpening my knives with anything other than a whetstone. If you know what you are doing, this product will be fine. It's a bit small to get full swipes on anything blade longer than 6 inches, thinking specifically larger chef knives. The actual kit I purchased is just over 8 inches long and about 2 5/8 inches wide. Between the small surfacfe and the steep price of $150+ (before shipping) I'm showing today I have to take off at least one star, and prefer another half star. However I probably being overly critical. I think I paid roughly a third of that give / take $20. It will do the job regardless, if all your knives are 6 inches or less. Anything over 7 inches would be very tight to swipe and would not be a "fluid process" to sharpen your knife, but could be done with patience (something I lack at times).

Gets my knives seriously sharp edge and the guides are very helpful. Apparently, earlier iterations of the guides scuffed up blades, but the ones I received with the stone were lined and didn't leave any marks on my knives.

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Victorinox Oyster Knife 2-3/4-Inch Hooked Tip New Haven Style Blade, Red SuperGrip Handle

Victorinox Oyster Knife 2-3/4-Inch Hooked Tip New Haven Style Blade, Red SuperGrip HandleI shuck 300 to 800 oysters a week. This knife does the trick. The New Haven tip cracks open the hinge and goes right into the muscle. Quick turn and the bottom muscle is cut. Role over the oyster and ready to serve. I do have to do a quick sharpening every other week. The handle is tought, sanitary and does not dig into the palm of your hand after shucking several hundred oysters.

Overall I really like this knife. Just did a 100ct of James River Oysters (which I think are Med to Large) today for a party and found it much better than my previous knife. Someone recommended the curved tip "New Haven" style who had shucked at an oyster bar and it really worked well for these oysters. Granted, it think these are easier than others I have done in the past. Benefits of this knife include-non-slip handle, good handle size for my Med size hands, VERY solid stiff blade, curved tip that was thin enough to wiggle into the joint. Nice curve also helped cut the abductor easily. Broad enough turn the meat after cutting. Granted only one day of use so we will see how it holds up, but it still looks brand new and more importly still feels solid. Price was a bit high, but if it lasts, well worth it!

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I work at an seafood place/oyster bar that primarily serves oysters on the half shell and this blade has proven perfect for getting in the hinge quickly and cleanly. This is almost great beginner knife, the only thing that stops it from being all around perfect is also its biggest strength: the hooked tip. The hooked tip is awesome for serving on the half shell for most oysters, but isn't quite as versatile as Boston or Galvenston style knifes for getting into the really big oysters, clams, etc. If it's your first knife or your only knife I recommend the Boston style of the same brand, but that doesn't stop me from loving this knife!

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And this time I didn't kill myself with this Victorinox oyster knife. I just can't describe in words how shocked I was when I shucked my first oyster using this proper tool. My buddy and I shucked 100 blue point oysters that day with minimal effort. You really need the proper tools to do the job properly but most importantly, to do the job easily.

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This knife makes opening oysters so much easier!! It has a finer tip than other shuckers that I've used almost all my life. I used to end up with a bunch of oysters that I had to get a hammer and bang on, that doesn't happen anymore with this opener.

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Mac Knife Hand-Held Whetstone Sharpener

Mac Knife Hand-Held Whetstone SharpenerThis is a very good quality whetstone, used mainly for my MAC and other carbon steel knives.

When correctly used, it does put a razor sharp edge on a good knife.

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Le Creuset Stoneware 8-Inch Cereal Bowl, Caribbean

Le Creuset Stoneware 8-Inch Cereal Bowl, CaribbeanI love the weight of these, the size, and the vivid colors. I will absolutely buy more of these bowls.

Le Creuset makes top notch products and these bowls are no exception. The product arrived in a timely fashion. Very pleased.

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These bowls are the primary dishes that we use for each meal. They are very large, which works well for our diet of mainly whole foods. They are great for eating fruit, veggies and salads. They are also great for stirfrys and pastas. Each person gets their own color and is responsible for washing it too. It eliminates the problem of dirty dishes piling up in the sink!

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I just love this product! Very much worth the price while on sale. A bit steep for me otherwise. I will be able to keep these for a very long time. Not too heavy since i am relatively short and taking very heavy dishes out of the cupboards can be a bit cumbersome. They are heavy enough to last and not so heavy i will need to get a chair to take them down!

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Overly priced bowls for the name brand... You could get much better quality bowls out there for less the price. I ordered four, but received three out of four broken, the packaging was so flimsy! I returned the time and would never buy from the same source again.

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Russell 10 inch sashimi knife

Russell 10 inch sashimi knifeWOW!

I chose this Sashimi knife by Dexter Russell, Basics Series because of the price, but I got a lot more than I expected!

Culinarydepotinc.com sent the knife so fast I didn't even know I had it. When I opened the shipping package I was surprised to see a professional grade Sashimi knife. The look, feel, and weight were first class. This is a chiseled (single bevel blade knife) from Seki Japan. I'm sure this knife is used by many other distributor's under a different brand name, and sold at a much higher price.

The performance is of a professional commercial grade Sushi knife, but will require knowledge of how to sharpen a knife of this type. You will need a diamond, or ceramic steel/sharpener to maintain this knife at (9.5-12 degrees) at the very least. You should also know how to use a Tri-stone too. This is a first class product, and the seller was great!

I recieved my Dexte Russell Sashimi Knife and went straight to work with it. Its a little lighter than I normaly care for. Other than that, its a good little knife.

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