Good knives

[ms.peachy]

Camo's 'gift' thread inspired this, but I'm making this separate so as not to muddle his up. I'm asking mr.p for two things this Christmas - not that I expect both, but so that he can choose between them and surprise me at least a little bit.

One is a sewing machine, and I've already done a bit of research on makes and models to suggest, so we're good there.

But the other thing is, right now we've only got one of those cheap-ish knife block sets, and they're not in great shape, so I'm thinking we invest in some good quality kitchen knives. Not a massive set, just a few well-chosen ones. But I am out of my depth on this one - I don't know what are good, reputable brands to tell him to look for. Any suggestions?

[skra75]

* sets up card table in thread *
I'm just gonna sit here and listen.
I am so frugal I've been sharpening the same cheapo knives for 12 years!
Still razor sharp!

[MC Moot]

Last year my dad bought me a Hiromoto super fine Japanese steel… (http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x265/mcmoot/Hiromoto.jpg)it was $300 plus after shipping but it’s a life long investment…if you were looking for a block of knives I would primarily suggest something from Henckel ( http://www.jahenckels.com/)
and check the Miyabi line as well…and think long term...(y)

[HEIRESS]

I bought my boyfriend a global chef knife that was like 170 bucks one christmas. we broke up the following one and I was so pissed off that I ever bought him that goddamn knife.
http://www.yoshikin.co.jp/w/products/index.html

we are back together now, but Im still without the knife since he keeps it in montreal with him.
:mad:

[MC Moot]

By the way,friends,I've requested a butchers cleaver for X-mas this year...so...you know...just in case I happen to end up being your secret santa recipient,and all...;)

[ms.peachy]

Those are good suggestions, thanks guys. I don't think I need a block, tbh - we've got a bread knife we barely use, and a halfway decent one for carving the occasional roast. So really I'm just looking to invest in the two I use most often, a basic cook's knife and a paring knife.

[MC Moot]

GINSU Flashback! ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abLB7aTmnE4)

:D

[MC Moot]

Jamie Oliver say’s… (http://www.kitchentotable.com/productlines/knives.php)(y)

[ms.peachy]

Jamie Oliver say’s… (http://www.kitchentotable.com/productlines/knives.php)(y)

That's really helpful, thanks.

[trailerprincess]

My dad is a chef and he says Sabatier knives are a good buy

[Myu-to]

Legolas says... (http://www.cfswords.com/lordoftheringslegolasknives.html)

[jabumbo]

Legolas says... (http://www.cfswords.com/lordoftheringslegolasknives.html)


maybe with those i could finally figure out how to cut a tomato without it splooshing everywhere!

[Rock]

We have Cutco knives. Never had to sharpen them and have had them for over 3 years and they are still sharp. kind of expensive but if you like to cook then i think they are worth it.

When i worked with food the cook swore by them too.

[Praying Mantis]

For very good knives w/o braking the bank I suggest Wusthof Classic http://www.wusthof.com/en/classic.asp . These are the knives I use. They have more weight and balance to them then the lower tier knives (JA Henkel). They are much easier to handle as well as maintain. Buy yourself a good knife block and oil to keep fresh.

You should make sure that you get at least a
1. 3 1/2 or 4" pearing knife
2. 5 1/2" serrated knife
3. 5" boning knife
4. 12" Chef or Cook's knife
5. 9" Bread KNife

[Hiebz]

We have Cutco knives. Never had to sharpen them and have had them for over 3 years and they are still sharp. kind of expensive but if you like to cook then i think they are worth it.

When i worked with food the cook swore by them too.

yeah, I actually tried to sell them, lasted about 1 month 1/2, but I still have the knives. Moved to France, and my mother-in-law kept the carver (think its the carver) she liked it so much. The scissors are fucking solid too. good luck with the gifts!

[cosmo105]

<3wusthof<3

[Rock]

yeah, I actually tried to sell them, lasted about 1 month 1/2, but I still have the knives. Moved to France, and my mother-in-law kept the carver (think its the carver) she liked it so much. The scissors are fucking solid too. good luck with the gifts!

thats how we got them too...my wife used to sell them she lasted about the same. Can't front on Cutco.

[BangkokB]

The one John Belushi used as the Samurai Chef.