March 2014 | Kitchen Knife Review

Calphalon Katana Cutlery 7-Inch VG Slicer

for the price, this is simply the best knife i have ever purchased. i have been a professional chef for the past fifteen years and have used just about any high end knives on the market, and this knife keeps pace with the best of them. a hard core, a stainless damascus finish, and a comfortable grip, are some...

9" Gourmet Medium Grit Replacement Rod

I purchased this Lansky 9" Gourmet Medium Grit Replacement Rod to replace one from my KwikSharp sharpener that was accidently broken. The KwikSharp rod was 0.375" (3/8") in diameter. The Lansky rod is 0.307" in diameter, not quite 5/16". I will either have shim the new rod, or (more likely) drill a new hole in...

Keuken Ceramic 6 Inch Chef Knife

Note, I work for the company that makes these.I purchased this knife becuase I wanted a high quality knife that was different from the many, many options out there. This has been great so far. Cuts perfectly for almost anything and is easy to clean. I just keep it out on the counter in the protective sleeve...

Arcos 2900 Range 10-Inch 250 mm Pastry Serrated Knife

I originally bought this as a backup for a Wusthof bread knife, but like it so much that I have switched to using it as my main bread knife and keep the Wustof as my backup.This knife has a heavy, sturdy blade and a nicely ergonomic handle. It is perfect for cutting the big loaves of bread I get out of my bread...

Bakers & Chefs 8in Chef Shears - 2pk

The thing is, these shears can cut through chicken breast bone, or cut the thinnest paper, the grips are great and from a health standpoint, being able to break them down into two pieces to go into the dishwasher, they are great. I've ordered two extra pairs and now I'm giving them to friends as presents. I also...

Shun DM0710 Classic 6-Inch Boning Knife

I recently added this knife to my rather extensive collection of over 100 knives. I like the way this knife is balanced and the way that it fits the hand -there are right and left handed models. A boning knife is not the first knife to buy. After you have your basic assortment of knives this knife is a nice addition....

YoshiBlade Knife, Ceramic

I'll admit I was expecting miracles based on TV ads, the packaging, and reviews I saw online. All I can say is, you get what you pay for, and this is only a $19 knife.My first clue that this wasn't the end-all came from the package insert. The list of what NOT to do with this knife is twice as long as what you...

Wusthof 3-Piece Build A Set

Needed a steel and knife block after losing all my good knives and steel in a recent move. Can't beat the price with a stick. Didn't want anything fancy, just something to hold my new knives and this did the trick.I use this to store my Victorinox rosewood knives. The block is nice and heavy. The shears aren't...

Rocking T Knife - Rocking T Knife - Wood Handle with Case - NC28237KE1010

I have lost strength in my right hand and cutting was a problem. I looked for something and therocking T Knife is great making salads, cutting my food just cutting makes my life easierMarcia Bro...

Zyliss Citrus/Kiwi Tool

Wow, I have never had such an easy time peeling and slicing a kiwi. Great tool for that tricky little fruit, and it also worked well for slicing a banana while I was at it. I have tried using a spoon in the past, this is sooooooo much easier and neater.For years, I have ignored two of my favorite fruits; kiwi...

Stanton Trading 18 by 24 by 1/2-Inch Cutting Board, Blue

I have a large chest freezer in my kitchen and wanted to make use of the top of it as extra counter space so I bought 2 of these and they fit perfectly on top. Now I have a large cutting board area that is easy to clean! These are the restaraunt cutting boards so they are large and color coded so you can keep...

Kittamor 7-Piece 18/8 Stainless Cutlery Set Plus Poly Cutting Board

Great purchase. I recommend this product. 4 stars because one of the knife went a little blunt even without a lot of use.You pay for what you get. It was a cheap knife set. Don't expect much. The cutting board is basically worthless, but it is usable.Buy Kittamor 7-Piece 18/8 Stainless Cutlery Set Plus Poly Cutting...

Mac Knife Ceramic Honing Rod, Black

I've used many honing rods over the years, and this is by far the best. A honing rod has to be harder than than the knife it's honing or it won't work. Most steel rods are around Rockwell 60, and are thus ineffective on some Japanese knives that can be as hard as 62. This ceramic hone measures Rockwell 81 in...

Forschner Knives 40606 Curved Paring Knife with Black Fibrox Handle

If you have never used the curved paring knife, try this one. The curved edge is great for doing all those peeling jobs. The knife seems to hold its edge well. The handle, however, although comfortable and somewhat non-slip, is fairly cheap plastic.I love this knife. Very sharp and the curve is perfect for...

Shun Edo 10 Slot Bamboo Block

This is the best block I have found for my Shun Ken Onion knives. The design of the block shows off the curves of the Onions beautifully. Another reviewer noted that you could put the knives in the block with the edges out. You will not do this. The handles become cramped and it won't look or feel right. The...

Wusthof Gourmet 6-1/2-Inch Offset Slotted Spatula

While this spatula is shaped and traditionally used to turn fish filets, I've found it to be a good general purpose spatula including for folding omelets. The metal has just the right balance of flex but yet is stiff enough to hold up to heavy meats without bending. The angled and wide shape of the tip plus...

Dexter-Russell 12" Cook's Knife

Too little information provided in description, knife has a 12" blade or larger and is made of inferior steel. Spend the extra money if you're a professional cook and get a Shun. Sending this knife back immediately, my Shun is already on the way.I bought this knife in January, 2011, right after watching a "How...

Cutco Homemaker + 8 Steak Knives #2018c

I have owned these knives for over 15 years and they DO NOT RUST. However, these knives are NOT for use in a professional kitchen, so professionals, buy your wustoff exc. They stay very sharp and they can be sent back whevever you feel they need to be sharpened. Also, if you have a broken piece they will send...

Tools of the Trade Fine Edge Stainless Steel 15-Piece Cutlery Set

If you are looking for a set of knives that looks contemporary and good in your kitchen (perhaps to match your stainless steel appliances) and are not intend to use them, these knives are for you. But if you want knives to be functional, look elsewhere.This is my second set. The first set was a wedding gift and...

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star II 6-Inch Utility/Sandwich Knife

There are a lot of new 'High Tech' kitchen knives out that sell for $hundreds$. Even Henckels offers a variation on this theme. But for my wife's money, (the chef in the family), why mess with a good thing. We've had Henkels Twin Four Star knives for probably 20 years and to her they just feel right, hold and...