My mom, browsing my Amazon wishlist one day, saw this listed there. She emailed me immediately to ask why I would ever want a knife that is that expensive. Aren't the knives that she gave me as a housewarming gift good enough? They are dishwasher-safe and have a lifetime warranty, she reminded me.
I had to explain that while the knives she gave me were nice, they don't even compare to my Wustofs. My Wustof knives retain an amazing sharpness (even when I'm a little lazy about sharpening them). Their balance is unparalleled. The handle fits my hand perfectly. The knives that she sent me always feel dull in comparision, and the handle is simply uncomfortable.
I consider a good cook's knife to be essential for anyone who cooks. The question of which cook's knife to buy depends on the person who will be using it. There are two different questions: which model to purchase, and which length to purchase.
There are two main knife manufacturers: Wustof and Henckels. I think that Wustof knives are better made. However, some people prefer the handles on the Henckels. The Henckels handle is extremely uncomfortable for me, so I don't even consider them.
The second question is that of length. If you are taller, you will want a longer knife. Shorter people will want a shorter knife. I stand at 5'7" (170cm), and find that the 8" knife is most comfortable for slicing and chopping. My best friend is about an inch taller than me and also prefers this knife. A friend who is a couple of inches shorter than me prefers the 6" cook's knife.
If you have never purchased high-quality knives before, I would recommend that you go to a traditional store and try them out first. You want to see if the handle is comfortable and if the balance is right for you. Then come back here and order it -- the Amazon price is much better than that found in any kitchen speciality or upscale department store.
Also, if you have never purchased high-quality knives before, I would recommend two other purchases: a knife holder of some sort and a sharpening steel. The former, which doesn't need to be very expensive at all (my best friend has one that cost him less a dollar; it is simply a plastic tray with slits for holding the blades), keeps the blade from getting nicked while it's sitting in your drawer. The latter keeps the blade nice and sharp. You should sharpen your knives every time you use them. This isn't very difficult, nor is it very time-consuming, but it keeps your knives in perfect condition.
I am extremely happy with my purchase. I am slowly growing my knife collection. You will always find one of these knives on my wishlist. Even my mother has come around -- after experiencing these knives herself, she bought one for herself, and sent me the 6" cleaver as a birthday gift!
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| Blade Length | 8" | 6" | 9" | 7" | 3.5" | 5" |
| Total Length | 13.27" | 11.22" | 14.05" | 11.9" | 7.51" | 9.8" |
| Bolster | Full Bolster | Full Bolster | Full Bolster | Half Bolster | Full Bolster | Full Bolster |
| Knife Edge | Straight Edge | Straight Edge | Double Serrated Edge | Hollow Edge | Straight Edge | Serrated Edge |
| Suitable for | Vegetables, Fruit, Fish, Herbs, Meat | Vegetables, Fruit, Fish, Herbs, Meat | Bread, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Pies/Cakes | Vegetables, Fruit, Herbs, Meat, Sausage | Small Fruit, Small Vegetables | Bread, Rolls, Firm/Softer Fruit, Vegetables, Pizza |
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| Price | $154.18 | $135.00 | -10% $134.99 List: $150.00 | -20% $80.00 List: $100.00 | $200.00 | -35% $129.95 List: $200.00 |
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| Sold By | Cuisine Plaza | Cutlery and More | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Cutlery and More | Knife Aid, Inc. |
| number of pieces | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 61 |
| blade edge | Chef's Knife | Plain | Plain | Plain | Chef's Knife | Plain |
| blade material | Stainless Steel | carbon | Stainless Steel | High Carbon Stainless Steel | Carbon | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| blade length | 8 inches | 6 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches |
| blade color | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver |
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Finally found Excalibur! (Warning: vegan content)
I am an aspiring, maybe somewhat accomplished vegan cook. I spent the last 7 years slumming it with a Chicago Cutlery block, followed later by another cheap-o set I literally got on Groupon that, like most starter blocks, was chalk full of way too many superfluous gizmos. I was time to step up my game. I was on a mission to build the perfect (minimalist) vegan cutlery collection beginning with le chef!I scoured the Internet and read ALL the knife review blogs. Sure, the Wustoff Classic (let's call it WC8) came up a lot, but many reviews suggested that it may be overkill for the plant based diet.Even Good Eats, while praising the WC8, recommended the Global G2 for a veggie-based diet. So, I tried the Global and various dainty and ornate Asian/Western/Hybrid knives. They all felt awkward in my hand, especially the Global with its sharp bolster (or lackthereof). The WC8 just felt right, like a sword smithed just for me. The balance is impeccable.So, I got it for a steal on Amazon, it was $40 less than Sur La Table's price, and I got it the next day! It came out of the box gorgeous with a nice edge. A few honing swipes later, she was ready to rock!I cut the most wickedly even Tempeh strips and Zuchini slices ever... and can it dice onions, please!!!This one is a keeper. Is it overkill for the cruelty free crowd? Maybe... but it fits my hand like a bionic tofu-murdering machine. With a the right knife skills (pinch grip and and understanding of when and how to rock the perfectly curved blade), this knife will take you places, for a long time! If and when I ever do wear it out, I'll probably be ready for the 10" version, because I like to go hard. Glad I started with the 8" though. A+
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