September 2013 | Kitchen Knife Review

WMF Manaos / Bistro Cheese Plane

Bought it together with Bistro Cheese Knife and gave it as a gift. My daughter loved it. The two pieces together make a very nice gift!The pos broke on some cheddar second time I used it. Its not one piece, the handle is crudely welded to the plane. Buy something else.Buy WMF Manaos / Bistro Cheese Plane NowIt...

CulinHome Decor Collection 5-Inch Splash Utility Knife

I ordered some of these that were 4 for 3 on sale (70%+ off) knives for Scout Camp. The blade design does not appeal to me and the blade is thin like a fillet knife. But the handle is nice and they would work well as steak knives. Arrived sharp.Save 26% ...

Farberware 22-Piece Wave Edge Cutlery Set

For the price, this set is worth it. I've had it for many years and about half the knives have made it this far. They're not the best knives you'll ever own, by any means, but if you're on a tight budget, they'll work. While I was using one of the bigger knives, the blade came out of the handle. And some of the...

ThinkBamboo Mini Bamboo Butcher Block Cutting Board 7" X 7" X 1"

This is exactly what I was looking for.I own quite a few small bamboo cutting boards and they all end up warping. Since these are end grain boards, they are flat, stable, and look good too.It would've been nice if they sold them individually as I really didn't need three of them, however, they make excellent...

Farberware Classic 14-Piece Cutlery Set

Pros: Can't beat the $29.95 price. The wood block is not top heavy and does not have a tendency to fall over. The (non-steak) knives are heavy, sharp and have a nice balance.Cons: The honing steel has a metal guard. Used properly, the knife should be drawn toward you during maintenance. Figure out another...

Diamond Cut 6 Piece Knife Set in Block

I expected these to be bigger. The knife blade is 4.5 inches. I purchased these based on my experience with the same knife in my kitchen but 6 inch blade.The perform equally well.UPDATE 2012The knives are working OK, not as sharp anymore. Another difference is the knives shown are riveted what I received wasn't.I...

Chikara Series 7" Santoku Knife

I received the Ginsu Chikara Series 7 Santoku knife and was eager to experience out-of-this-world sharpness. I didn't quite get that. The knife is indeed sharp, but I don't think it is sharper than the other (more expensive) kitchen knives that I have. Guess I was expecting a scalpel, but didn't get it. Good...

Prestige Pocket Coutale Sommelier

About a year and a half ago, I received my first Coutale Pocket as a gift from my liquor rep. I'm guessing the one I received was a custom Pocket or a limited edition Pocket because of the wood handle, which doesn't seem to be available as an option anymore. I loved it. LOVED! Over the course of that year and...

Paderno World Cuisine 5-7/8-Inch Pointy Stainless-Steel Oyster Knife

This pointy beast makes short work of oysters of all sizes, efficiently penetrating the hinge for a good clean pop followed by a quick top shell separation swipe almost every time. This is my new favorite shucker, tied with my r murphy new haven which cost considerably more. Highly recommended.Save 24% ...

Japanese Kitchen Cooking Chef Sushi Santoku Knife Sr100

I expected this to have a chisel edge and a thicker blade. The blade is thin and it has a double bevel edge. I was expecting a thicker blade and a different edge. When I used it I liked it. It seems like good steel. You get what you pay for and this is OK for the money. I have not sharpened it to get a feel for...

Wusthof Trident Classic Tomato Knife 5"

This knife is terrific! It is very very sharp. I like my tomatoes sliced very thin and it does the job, excellently. The tomatoes don't get squished or butchered while slicing with this knife. The two prongs on the tip of the knife lift the slices perfectly to place on to wherever you want the thin slices...

Osti Original Cheese Slicer

Review of the Osti Cheese Slicer and ServerI've finally found a "back up" to the original I've had for almost 15 years.... I was suprised to find them on the internet.... but very very pleased!Now I can give them as presents to some of the younger chef's in training I know..... fantastic!Buy Osti Original Cheese...

F. Dick Ergogrip 10" Butcher Knife

I wanted a knife that could easily slice steaks and trim meat this is the knife. Excellent for slicing and that is what I needed.well ive been cutting meat for about 3 years now, and i have got to say every single meat cutter that i worked with told me to buy forchnerand really maybe it is prefference forchners...

Fiesta Heather 5-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 1

I love Fiestaware and have a full service with lots of accessory pieces. It is nearly indestructible. Now they finally have silverware to match all the colors. This seems to be high quality silverware so far. Can put it in the dishwasher without problems. Love it!Save 35% ...

Wusthof Silverpoint II 4-1/2-Inch Utility Knife

This knife is part of my set and it is a very useful for smaller prep work. I use it for slicing olives, small peppers, mushrooms ect. Its light and the blade is nice and thin and very sharp so it cuts very thin slices with ease, much better than my heavier forged knife would. Its also a nice bar knife for lemons...

Messermeister Meridian Elite Chefs Knife

This chefs knife has served as a replacement for my henckels for five years now. Five years of hard work in numerous high volume kitchens. The spine is smoothed over to prevent serious cooks calus, and since the bolster does not extend all the way down to the edge its easy to sharpen the whole length of the blade....

Le Creuset Stoneware 8-Inch Cereal Bowl

When I discovered Le Creuset had come out with a line of deep purple products (Cassis color), I knew I was ready at long last to get a few more enameled cast iron cookware pieces. The stoneware is just as pretty as the enameled iron, but there is one major drawback.My primary concern is that the stoneware pieces...

Victorinox Cutlery 8-Inch Carving/Utility Knife, White Fibrox Handle

This is the best knife I have for thinly slicing the whole roast chickens I love to make. I think it will also do a good job on beef and pork roasts; when it gets cool enough to enjoy them. I got this in white, since it makes very easy to find in the knife drawer.Package delivered on time and in good condition....

Mercer Innovations 8-Inch Chinese Chef's Knife, Santoprene Handle

This cutting tool belongs to the category of what is termed "Chinese cleaver" in the US regardless of its weight and this is a misnomer (not the fault of this manufacturer). On the other hand, a Chinese kitchen knife is such that it can be the most versatile of all kitchen knives, and that is the reason that...

Out of the Woods of Oregon Bread and Bagel Slicer

I have a bread machine and make bread often. But the knives I have always would crush the loaf. So I looked on amazon and saw one other review for this knife and took a chance. Well I completely agree with the first review that this slicer is AWESOME!! Cuts like butter whether the loaf is hot or cooled without...

Wusthof Silverpoint II 3-Inch Spear Point Paring Knife

Ecellent knife very sharp and thin blade . This is my second knife of this type . Very good for sliceing .The knife is a Wusthof!!! 'Nuff said!! have a bunch, and keep buying more! these will never disappoint! any size or shape!Buy Wusthof Silverpoint II 3-Inch Spear Point Paring Knife Nowvery nicely made little...