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Chef’s Knife Suggestions
Posted on 12/26/19 at 1:20 pm
Posted on 12/26/19 at 1:20 pm
Looking to find a knife that has got quality steel and can last a long time. I don’t mind if it takes a ton of upkeep, I am prepared to do that and actually look forward to it. I’m new to the whole super quality knives scene so hoping y’all can help me out.
Looking for:
Japanese style handle
~8 inches long
Between $100-$200
Everything else I’m not set on a particular characteristic.
Thanks guys!
Looking for:
Japanese style handle
~8 inches long
Between $100-$200
Everything else I’m not set on a particular characteristic.
Thanks guys!
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Posted on 12/26/19 at 1:23 pm to Big Floppy TDs
Posted on 12/26/19 at 1:34 pm to Big Floppy TDs
Posted on 12/26/19 at 1:47 pm to Big Floppy TDs
Go to williams sonoma or a cutlery store and handle them all. See what you like. Then go online and find cheapest price.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 2:08 pm to Big Floppy TDs
If looking for a really good utilitarian chef's knife that will not break the bank, then look no further than a Dexter.
You can pay hundreds of dollars for one of those Japanese knives or other high end "Name Brand" knife, but my Dexter slices, dices, juliennes, cuts, just fine, is easy to sharpen when needed and holds a good edge once sharp.
I've had mine for about 10 years with no complaints.
You can pay hundreds of dollars for one of those Japanese knives or other high end "Name Brand" knife, but my Dexter slices, dices, juliennes, cuts, just fine, is easy to sharpen when needed and holds a good edge once sharp.
I've had mine for about 10 years with no complaints.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 2:10 pm to Big Floppy TDs
Wife bought me the whole set of Chroma knives last year. Freaking great knives. This is one $150ish. It's my favorite. She bought it separate from the complete set.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 2:21 pm to gumbo2176
quote:
If looking for a really good utilitarian chef's knife that will not break the bank, then look no further than a Dexter.
But I think he's looking for
quote:
Looking for:
Japanese style handle
~8 inches long
Between $100-$200
I agree, Dexter makes some good stuff. I have 4 of their white handle(boning, scalloped, fillet, and the Tiger Edge slicer) but sometimes you want something that looks good.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 2:57 pm to SmokedBrisket2018
Good looking knives don't make you work better or cook better, but some folks just need pretty things I guess.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 3:20 pm to gumbo2176
I agree. I have some old german long blade knives that I use all the time. Ugly and used but super sharp and holds their edges.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 3:22 pm to gumbo2176
quote:
Good looking knives don't make you work better or cook better, but some folks just need pretty things I guess.
You are right but it is a lot more fun doing anything when you have good equipment. If you allow these premium knives to dull, then you may as well have bought them at Walmart. But when they are sharp, they are downright fun to use.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 3:59 pm to Big Floppy TDs
Posted on 12/26/19 at 4:00 pm to Jibbajabba
Why so many down votes for my Chroma knife? Just wondering. Feeling kinda beat in a dark alley!
Posted on 12/26/19 at 4:09 pm to gumbo2176
quote:
then look no further than a Dexter.
My dad gave me an eight inch Dexter Chef knife at least 20 years ago. Use it every day.
Bought myself a Dexter boning knife 10 years are so ago.
Have had and have tried more expensive knives that were perfectly fine but I go back to the Dexter.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 4:19 pm to Potchafa
It’s hideous and looks like the metal handle would be a hazard. Same reason I hate global
Posted on 12/26/19 at 4:43 pm to Caplewood
Well shite....guess I'll go back to my Old Hickory's!
Posted on 12/26/19 at 5:42 pm to Potchafa
I personally do not like the shiny chrome look. The blade looks cool and I’m sure it is high quality but the handle just looks like my hand would slide right off of it.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 5:45 pm to Potchafa
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Well shite....guess I'll go back to my Old Hickory's!
I still have a few Old Hickory knives and at least one cleaver that served me well for many years. Just had to make sure to dry them after washing or they could start rusting. But, boy did they sharpen nice and cut real good, especially the cleaver for such a heavy bladed implement.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 6:08 pm to gumbo2176
My Yoshihiro chef's knife
Posted on 12/26/19 at 6:47 pm to Potchafa
That metal handle does not look ergonomic and would be slippery when wet.
Posted on 12/26/19 at 6:56 pm to Big Floppy TDs
BFT's: I have had excellent experiences dealing with the Knife Merchant: LINK
I bought some F. Dick German pattern knives from them. They're the ones you see in the "Salt Bae" videos on YouTube.
I also bought a Masahiro sushi knife. Apparently it is common for Japanese knives to come half sharpened, with the expectation that the chef is a master sharpener who will finish the edge to his preference. The Knife Merchant will finish your Japanese knives for free.
From the factory, Masahiro's are sharpened to ~1500 grit. TKM sharpened my knife to 4,000, the polished it on a 6000 grit stone. It is basically a razor blade with a bamboo handle.
I bought some F. Dick German pattern knives from them. They're the ones you see in the "Salt Bae" videos on YouTube.
I also bought a Masahiro sushi knife. Apparently it is common for Japanese knives to come half sharpened, with the expectation that the chef is a master sharpener who will finish the edge to his preference. The Knife Merchant will finish your Japanese knives for free.
From the factory, Masahiro's are sharpened to ~1500 grit. TKM sharpened my knife to 4,000, the polished it on a 6000 grit stone. It is basically a razor blade with a bamboo handle.
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