The best small pocket knives are not only easy to carry but are also versatile and functional. Here are reviews and a buying guide.
Unlike folding knives, the best fixed blade pocket knives offer added functionality and dependability. Here are the top to consider this year
What are the common types of pocket knife blades and what are they used for? This article answers these questions…
Pocket knives have varying shapes and features. Here are the main styles of pocket knives to include in your collection.
The best pocket knife brands have been around for years, perfecting and specializing their craftsmanship. Read more…
The best santoku knives are increasingly becoming more popular in the West. Santoku is a Japanese word that defines the knife’s three main uses: slicing, mincing, and dicing. The distinguishing features of these knives include a flat cutting edge and a rounded tip. The versatility of the santoku knife makes it a reliable kitchen workhorse. […]
The best carving knives make the task of breaking down and serving large pieces of meat straightforward. You’ll appreciate these knives more if you’ve tried slicing and serving pot roasts or turkeys with a home cook’s knife. To help elevate your carving skills for the weekend grills or roasts with friends and family, here are […]
The best serrated bread knives have features that make them one of the go-to knives in the kitchen. The serrations on the blade edge – their most distinguishing feature – ensure functionality and reliability. You can use a serrated bread knife to cut pastries, shape delicate cakes, and slice bread and other foods with tough […]
The best cheese knives can elevate your overall enjoyment of cheese. While a cheese knife is not a consideration for many home cooks, the right piece allows you to have a clean cheese slice. Better yet, they don’t stick to the cheese itself. The texture differences of the types of cheeses may require that you […]
The construction of the best forged knives enhances their functionality and reliability. They are comfortable to handle and feel like an extension of your hand. While the last part of that sentence is a cliché, home and professional cooks appreciate its importance. Here’s a simple explanation: you’ll always pick up the knife that boosts your […]
The best boning knives make breaking down beef, pork, poultry, and fish easy and convenient. A good chef’s knife can indeed handle virtually all cutting tasks in the kitchen. But it’s not the most dependable for separating meat and fish from bones. The small size of the boning knife makes it the best choice for […]
The best oyster knives are sturdy and much smaller than the chef’s knife. The dull, short blade helps you conveniently and gently shuck the oyster to reach the greatness on the half shell. Like most kitchen knives, oyster knives come in different shapes and sizes. And depending on how often you get your shuck on […]
The versatility of a good chef’s knife makes it the go-to knife in the kitchen, but some tasks require more specialized blades. That’s why a fully functional kitchen will always have different types of kitchen knives in its collection. The convenience of using the right knife for every cutting task can help improve your confidence […]
While some cooks prefer collecting different kinds of knives, each for specific cutting tasks, others prefer to have one – a kitchen knife. This is a workhorse on which you can count whether you want to do some slicing and dicing or more complicated tasks like carving chicken. When looking for one, you want to […]
Sturdy construction, long blades, and swing power make machetes ideal for clearing tasks. The best machete should make your work easier. You can use one to clear brush, blazing trails, cutting tree branches — to name a few. It can however be challenging for most to pick the right tool for the job, especially for […]
Tools have played a central role in the survival of man. Since we started using them, tools helped to blaze trails, hunt, and fend off enemies. Over the years, we found ways to make tools better. More efficient. And with the discovery of metal in the 9th millennium came a turning point in the history […]
There is no questioning the relevance of a good pocket knife. And you don’t need to be an outdoor enthusiast to acknowledge its importance. The best pocket knives can do a wide range of tasks from opening a can to cutting tags from clothes among other life-saving purposes. Given the varieties of pockets knives available […]
Safety in the kitchen is of grave importance, which means you need to ensure the safe storage of sharp objects like the knife. That is where the best magnetic knife holders come in. While some chefs prefer knife sets that come in a storage block, those who buy different knives separately will find these knife […]
The versatility of the chef’s knife makes it one of the essential tools for a cook. A good chef’s knife will chop your ingredients, dice the meat, and help prepare the salad – a real workhorse in the kitchen.
Instead of buying the first knife you find, or going for the cheapest option, we’d argue you ensure you know what sets a good chef’s knife apart from the rest. We talk about the different parts of a chef’s knife and the importance of each. Read on.
You can indeed count on your chef’s knife for virtually any cutting task in the kitchen, but the efficiency you get from the best electric knives is unmatched. These types of knives, whether corded or uncorded, are a necessity, especially for carving meat. You will use less effort to do a lot of carving and […]
Quality and reliability are the first features anyone should look for in a butcher’s knife. This is a handy tool for commercial and home use, especially when it comes to cutting large chunks of meat. The best butcher knives are available in different shapes and sizes, a cleaver being one of the common shapes. From […]
You cannot ignore the efficiency that comes with using a steak knife. While a table knife can do its best to saw through the meat, a steak knife will cut through effortlessly. Furthermore, the best steak knives will be ideal for the occasion and will add elegance to your table. To think that all the […]
Many home cooks only need a few knives to accomplish their cutting tasks in the kitchen. Even those with a collection of different brands and types often rarely use all of them. Regardless of the number of kitchen knives you have or use, you want to be sure that you know how to care for […]
Santoku is a Japanese word meaning three uses or virtues, which summarizes what this knife is suited for – dicing, mincing, and chopping. Favorites to many avid home cooks and professional chefs, the best Santoku knives offer reliability, especially when dealing with large quantities of food. A good santoku knife is as efficient a blade […]
The paring knife is arguably second only to the chef’s knife in the collection of essential knives in the kitchen. It is no doubt the latter is the workhouse on which you can count for several cutting tasks, but the maneuverability and precision of the best paring knife cannot go unnoticeable. Some chefs will advise […]
The knife is one of the few tools in the kitchen you will need from the start of your recipe to the end when preparing your salad. While it may be ideal for some to research each type of knife separately, most people would instead buy an entire set. And if this description befits you, […]
The best survival knife is designed to assist you when you find yourself in a survival situation, especially in the wild. It will become handy when you are cut out from the rest of your team, caught by bad weather, or when you need to create shelter, light a fire, or dress injuries with a […]
Most people are more conversant with metal knives compared to their ceramic counterparts. The best ceramic knives offer a lighter option, and with them come impressive features that are worth your consideration. The ceramic knives use zirconium dioxide, a naturally occurring mineral, instead of the common metals used on knife blades. This offers better resistance […]
The use of a hunting knife can date back to ancient times when man primarily lived on hunting and gathering. Over the centuries, hunting knives have evolved only to make them more efficient, which includes variations in the material used to make them. Still, their essential use has broadly remained the same. As such, the […]
Japanese kitchen knives, also known as bōchō/hōchō, feature the most exquisite craftsmanship on the market. These knives allow for more precise and cleaner cuts compared to their European counterparts. As such, most chefs in the high-end restaurants use them, and considering how fun cooking can be with these classy and quality knives, why shouldn’t you […]
The relevance of a knife in the kitchen cannot be emphasized enough. It is arguably the most used devices in the kitchen, and you want to make sure that yours is reliable. So, how do you go about buying the best chef’s knife? A chef’s knife, also known as the cook’s knife, is one of […]
Quality craftsmanship and reliability are among the qualities that give the best German kitchen knives the edge over most types of knives on the market. These knives are designed to handle virtually every knife’s task in the kitchen. So, if you are in search of a dependable kitchen knife but don’t know where to begin, […]
The versatility of a kitchen knife make it one of the most handy tools in every kitchen. And while some cooks prefer having single knife pieces, the best kitchen knife sets with all essential knives for various cutting tasks. Shopping for the best kitchen knife sets can be challenging given the overwhelming options in the […]
In your search for the best knives to buy, it is highly likely that you will come across both the Japanese and German knives. The discussions around the comparison between Japanese and German knives have been around for long. And since you will want to know more about these two tops, how about we do […]
Summer is upon us and so is camping and hunting season what better way to enjoy a beautiful summer night than under the stars next to a camp fire right , July 30th is the earliest open day for hunting in the USA starting off earliest in Florida. So while I was looking through my […]
Welcome back to knife planet today I have a brand new article for you about a brand that I have been waiting to review for quite some time now , the Mercer Culinary Genesis 6-Piece Forged Knife Block Set, Tempered Glass Block , Mercer is a well-respected brand specially in the cutlery world which is […]
Nobody likes broken blades… but it’s a reality, sometimes our knives break right on the tip. Some people simply stop using the damaged knife, but it’s actually not that difficult to fix a chipped knife. All you need is a coarse sharpening stone, better if it’s under #200 grit, and some patience. It usually takes […]
If you’re reading this article you’re probably wondering whether it’s worth it or not to buy a sharpening stone for your knives. Maybe you’re considering a more expensive sharpening option, such as electric knife sharpeners or sharpening systems. I have received countless emails and feedbacks from readers and costumers at different sharpening levels, and I […]
CONDOR TOOL & KNIFE traces its proud history back to 1787, the year GEBR WEYESBERG COMPANY was founded in Solingen, Germany. The quality of the swords, military knives, agricultural tools and household cutlery they manufactured made Solingen the cutlery capital of the world. Over the generations, the world’s largest manufacturer of swords and knives found […]
Today I present to you this award-winning knife set that will make any cook feel like a professional. The Cangshan Y2 series 6-piece set. A little about the brand itself before we get on with the review. Although “Made in China” is often considered as a tag for cheap, easy-to- break, knockoff products not so […]
Today I am going to review one of the most iconic brands in the knife market: J.A Henckels14pc self-sharpening set. Let’s start off by introducing this brand shall we, J.A Henckels the Zwilling (Twin) is one of the oldest trademarks in the world dating back to as far as 1731. Johann Peter Henny.ckels, a local knifemaker, […]
It’s always been a long-standing battle between the east and the west as to who reigns superior. While each is a master in its own field a comparison article is just something that made perfect sense to me. In this article, we look at Wusthof vs Shun comparison. As a buyer or collector of knives, […]
A lot of men these days have never even seen a straight razor in-person, unless it was in a barber’s hands. It takes a great deal of trust to let someone fly around your throat with a wickedly sharp real blade. It builds a lot of confidence to learn how to do it yourself, and […]
When people think of pocket knives, the first thing that comes to mind is a jack knife, the classic tool with one blade opening from each end. These types of knives dominated the cutlery world for a very long time, and with good reasons. They worked.They were (and still are) super-handy. They’ve been around for […]
I come to you again with another article on knife maintenance. In my experience a knife is not truly finished being sharpened until it has been stropped thoroughly. Today I want to talk to you about making a DIY two-sided hanging strop. It’s easy, fun, and so very useful. Let’s get started. I prefer hanging […]
The previous installment explored stropping mediums in their natural states without any abrasives to influence their action. We now enter the world of Treated Strops and Loaded Strops. Depending on who you talk to, there is a either a slight or no difference between treated and loaded strops. For the purposes of jumping up and […]
So much choice… we’re all tempted to buy ANOTHER water stone! In this article I will explain you how to easily sharpen any pocket knife on water stones, and which stones will serve you best for the job. Sharpening a pocket knife is usually not that difficult, if you’re just starting out I really recommend […]
The purpose of this article is to show you that sharpening knives is not that difficult. The process might seem intimidating at first, but in reality you only need to understand the very basics and you will be able to sharpen any knife with ease. Let’s just get a knife razor sharp by keeping the […]
Once you learn how to use your sharpening stones the right way, there are some really important things to keep in mind to always keep you stones in good condition and avoid useless damages. This article will hopefully help you maintain your water stones in perfect condition, even after a long time after buying them. […]
Howdy all. Long time no write. Life has taken me in some interesting directions over the last several months. I finally had a moment to sit down and write an article near and dear to my heart. It is all about stropping. More specifically it is about how I strop blades. I can strop any […]
Whether you just bought a water stone, or you’re about to buy one, you need to understand that you will need to take care of them to keep them flat. Flattening a water stone is a very simple process and I will show you how it can be done easily in less than 5 minutes. Video: […]
The amount of information on sharpening knives and videos of the process is overwhelming. With so many people interested in this wonderful skill, it would be nice if we could find one, trustworthy place to come and gather useful information in an effort to learn to sharpen a knife by hand. This is the underlying […]
We’re happy to continue our Italian knives series, after the Roman Knife, this time we’ll take a closer look at Sicilian traditional knives with Antonino Versaci, a skilled knife maker from Sicily. > Ciao Antonino, how did you start making knives? My Name is Antonino Versaci, born in Messina and originally from San Fratello (Sicily). I have […]
The Roman knife is a traditional and mysterious knife from Rome. Usually associated with brutal stories of violence set in the 19th century Roman neighborhoods, the unique Roman knife making tradition still exist today. We had the pleasure of talking with Flavio from Rome. He knows Roman knives very well. He collects these knives, and also makes […]
Il coltello Romano: un coltello unico, tradizionale, storico e dalle origini misteriose. Abbiamo parlato con Flavio di Santa Smacola Coltelli Alla Romana che ci ha raccontato storie e aneddoti del coltello Romano. Le Origini del Coltello Romano Quando e come nasce come modello non si sa. Si sa solo che per il romano del popolo il […]
I recently stumbled upon a knife maker from Poland: CICHY Knives. I had the chance to talk to him and understand more about his knife making career. Before the interview, take a look at some of his knives: A little bit of history: How did CICHY Knives start, and why did you get involved in […]
I was recently digging around in some of my knife stuff boxes, looking for a Japanese stone for an upcoming article, when I came across this little box containing what I first thought was just some extra folding knife parts. I set the box aside and continued on my quest. However it was nagging on […]
Here’s our interview to Helle Knives, makers of traditional Scandinavian knives. 1. How did Helle Knives start? Can you tell us more about Helle’s roots? 1932 at the family’s foundry in rural Western Norway, two brothers, Steinar and Sigmund Helle began making small sheath knives inspired by the mountains, fjords and open seas of Norway. […]
In this modern age society has progressed to the point, in part thanks to FEMA’s education efforts, that even the average citizen knows what a bug out knife and bag are, and hopefully has one. If not, perhaps this article will aid in putting one together, sooner rather than later. One of the first, if […]
Talk about knife blade materials with anyone that considers themselves a serious cook and you will quickly hear about their preferences. It generally will come down to a couple of main groups, the “Stainless is King” or “ Carbon or nothing” crowds. This article focuses on the carbon steel knives. There are a very small, […]
Type the words “pocket knife” into a Google search and you’ll be presented with hundreds of pages of images, articles and online shops. There is self-defense, multitool and every day carry. In this world saturated with endless varieties how do you know which one to pick? Jennifer from PocketKnifeHousewife.com – Who said pocket knives are only for […]
Cardboard 2 (200x zoom) This is the 2nd part of KnifePlanet’s Stropping Series We’re going to take a much closer look at the different stropping mediums on the market in this installment. As mentioned previously, a strop is just about anything that is used in the final stages of sharpening and maintaining that isn’t classified […]
This is Knife Planet’s complete series on Stropping Knives. My name is Tom Blodgett from Jende Industries. I am thrilled to be involved with Knife Planet and hope to entice you up to the edge of the sharpening rabbit hole – and then push you in and jump up and down on top of you! […]
Once a person wraps their hand around that grip, made of ironwood or perhaps purpleheart, or some other exotic wood or material, and run your fingers gently over the sharpened edge of some form of Damascus or special steel, you can just feel the craftsmanship and the skill it took to make a custom knife. […]
Being a self proclaimed knife geek, I have to admit that I have the best job I can possibly imagine. As a writer for KnifePlanet.net, not only do I get to talk knives all day, I also get the chance to review some pretty cool knives. In this instance I get to review a knife […]
In the world of knife collecting, there are a few names that everyone, young and old alike, has heard of. Names like Case, Buck, Uncle Henry, just about everyone knows of them, but when you mention the name Richtig, you are more than likely going to be met with some blank stares. Frank Richtig was […]
Throughout history knives have played a special role in man’s existence. From those very first flint blades to more modern EDC knives, And even into our entertainment, we are surrounded by knives Mankind has used knives for everything from slicing bread, to self defense, to Medical uses, and all points in between. Like many a […]
For over a century men from the Dolomites (Alps Region, Northern Italy) emigrated to England to sharpen knives. Today the sons and grandsons of these emigrants dominate the London knife grinding market, a profitable business managed by a few family run enterprises. These families created a tight knitted monopoly , keeping competition at bay. Sharp families narrates […]
Introduction: EDC Knives Everyday carry knives, or EDC knives for short, have taken on a life of their own. What was once just a good ol’ country boy slash working man habit, has spread into the urban setting and personal protection realm. Growing up in the Midwest, no self respecting person would be caught out […]
Here’s a very special interview with Rune Malte Bertram-Nielsen, a skilled Danish blacksmith that makes what it is, in my opinion, a very interesting and unusual kitchen tool – the Kitchen Axe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPa7K3rlFTE 1. Hello Rune. Tell us a bit about yourself: How did you start forging axes? Where are you located? I am a 24 […]
I think each of us have a list, at least mentally, of our Holy Grail type knives. Those knives that if supply and price were no object, we would certainly add them to our collection. But regretfully, I simply can not bring myself to spend thousands on a knife to beautiful to ever do so […]
Once a staple piece of equipment, the trusted military fighting knives, have merged into a multi use role bayonet, or an item used by select units. Since the days of Jim Bowie, into the bloody years of the war between the states, and into conflicts across the oceans. The American military personnel has depended […]
Ever since man first crawled out of a cave, and banged two rocks together, he has been in love with knives. Who could forget that first knife you get as a child, if you are lucky enough to have cool parents. Of course the memory may be fleeting, because if you are like me, ownership […]
Introduction: Kitchen Knives We have all seen the golf pro, walk over to his bag and pull out a different club, depending on where his ball lay on the green, or perhaps the mechanic at the local garage pull out a drawer on his tool box, with rows of types and sizes of wrenches. Knowing […]
After publishing the article about 34 Italian knives, I have decided to take my research one step further, bringing you to the major Italian knife making regions one by one. I will focus on one region at a time starting with Sardinia. Sardinia is the second largest Mediterranean island, famous for its white sandy beaches […]
Introduction A scout is: trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. Wouldn’t it be great if knife owners/carriers had a list we could rattle off to naysayers as to why we carry a knife? In a few of my previous articles I touched on several reasons people would carry […]
Hello and welcome to the fifth lesson of the Knife Planet Sharpening School. This lesson is about sharpening single bevel traditional Japanese knives. It is an important lesson, which is why I asked Jon to create the video. Jon has studied the technique in Japan and I learned to sharpen these knives by watching his […]
In this 4th lesson of the KnifePlanet Sharpening School I want to talk about something that changed my sharpening life, it enabled me to make knives sharper than they have ever been and it is an uncomplicated process. Lesson #4: Sharpening Pressure Levels Explained The 4 Levels of Pressure As you may already know, I […]
Welcome to Lesson #3 of KnifePlanet’s Sharpening School. If you missed the previous Lessons, you can find them here. Today we will talk about thinning a knife. Jon’s thinning video provides and excellent visual guide and explanation on why thinning a knife is necessary and the technique that is used to perform this very useful […]
Hello, It’s Peter Nowlan and in this Second Lesson I will discuss the very basics of sharpening, the fundamentals, and I will stress how beneficial the understanding of these will be to your own sharpening progress. This second lesson includes the article and the video. In case you missed it, here’s the first lesson. [toggle title_open=”Close […]
It’s been a while since I’ve posted. Sorry about that! The main thing is that I’ve moved, and so I’m just learning where things are in my kitchen, which confuses matters. For a few columns, I’ve been thinking that I should post recipes that focus on a single technique. This is common in Japanese knife […]
If you examine the archeological record, you will discover that nearly every culture and ethnic group around the world except for the natives of North and South America, New Zealand and Australia had sword technology. Also, as this technology slowly evolved from swords made of Copper to swords made of Bronze (an alloy of Copper […]
My name is Peter Nowlan and I am the owner and sharpener of New Edge Sharpening located in Nova Scotia, Canada. I started sharpening knives by hand decades ago and I served thirty six years in the Royal Canadian Navy. The fact that I started my sharpening journey back before I joined the Navy means […]
According to archeological records from around the world, the hunting knife is one of Man’s oldest cutting tools. However, as useful as a hunting knife is, there are certain situations in which even the largest hunting knife is simply not large enough. But, it was not until Man progressed from the Bronze Age to the […]
Koki Iwahara, owner of JCK, is an expert in Japanese kitchen knives. We’ve asked him some questions about his company, and some recommendations on choosing Japanese knives. How did JCK (Japanese Chefs Knife) start? Our company, Kencrest, is a family-owned business that has specialized in Japanese knife exportation since 1966. We are located in Seki City, Gifu […]
Here’s our interview with Roland Lannier, French maker of beautiful folding and kitchen knives. Based in Thiers. Hello Roland, How did you start making knives? I started in 1997 as an apprentice at Perceval. Back then I was the first and only employee. I worked there for a few years and then the company change direction. […]
Something of a turn for me: this is a knife review. But it’s not a fancy Japanese knife, oh no. It’s an IKEA 365+ paring knife. My wife recently informed me that she wanted a decent paring knife. We used to have a Wusthof, but somewhere in the course of moving and whatnot, it went […]
The Gateway Area Knife Club hosts an annual knife show in St. Louis. I met a few of their members at an earlier knife show and they asked me to sharpen knives at this one. I was the only knife sharpener there. It was a nice crowd. Not too big not too small. There were […]
The Sharp Brothers for our series Know Your Knife Sharpener. 1. How did you start your knife sharpening career? [box size=”large”]The Sharp Brothers began sharpening knives in Southeast Wisconsin in 2004. Starting as a father (Lee) and son (Austin) duo, we have trained trained many master sharpeners, have locations in California and Wisconsin, sharpened tens of […]
Shun is a Japanese word that means at the peak of perfection, which is the exact description of this outstanding company. With highly skilled artisans famed for their aesthetic designs and traditional style of production, Shun has been producing the highest quality of blades for more than 100 years in honor of the exalted […]
We’re pleased to feature Behring Made Knives on Knife Planet, for our “Know Your Knife Maker” series. > How did Behring Made start? How did you get into Knife Making? [box size=”large”]James Behring was born and raised in Michigan and spent his early years in the world of American handmade knives with his father, Jim […]
We had the opportunity to interview Brous Blades, makers of high quality custom knives. > A little bit of history: How did Brous Blades start, and why did you get involved in the knife making business? [box size=”large”]Jason is a third generation machinist and has always loved creative art. He was taking his kids on a little […]
Italy has 20 regions. Every Italian region has different dialects, recipes, cultures… and pocket knives. This article will go through the main pocket knives that originated in different parts of the country. Click on a region… Saraga Siciliana It’s light and thin. Easy to open with 2 fingers. Caltagirone Ferrato Originally from Caltagirone. Sanfratellano Originally from San […]
In the days before refrigeration, most Japanese people didn’t eat all that much raw fish. The great capital of Heian-Kyo, now Kyoto, is quite far from the sea, and so people developed a number of ways of preserving their fish so it could travel the roads from the fishing villages up to the city. One […]
I’ve written some columns showing Japanese recipes, basically things to do with your fancy Japanese knives, and I’d like to continue that. We’re going to make Nankin-fukume-ni なんきん含め煮, pumpkin nimono. Nimono: The True Home Taste of Japan I lived for two years in Kyoto, Japan’s culinary heart, and as you might imagine I ate voraciously. […]
You’re serious about cooking, and you’re looking for information about the best kitchen knives. But there’s so much information available on the web that you’re confused. Rightly so! Some sites assume you already know a great deal. Others give partial or limited information, presenting the author’s preferences as facts. Sometimes the author is shilling for a […]
In the world of knife sharpening, a world that I have lived in for many years, there are certain grey areas, challenges that all sharpeners fact but our passion and our persistence guides us and we navigate through them. I believe that the process of honing a knife, using a Steel, is the topic that […]
strange to some, but hiking, as a sport, is a fairly recent innovation. Of course, people have always walked through the woods, but until the 20th century, in the US at least, hiking was regarded as merely a form of transportation. For most of our history, the US was largely rural, and most of it’s […]
If there’s one thing that is certain about cooking in someone else’s kitchen, it is that their knives are not as good as your own. This is true at grandma’s kitchen and it’s true about the house knives at restaurants. Professional cooks, like any other craftsmen, bring their own tools for the job. Doubly so […]
There are a lot of exciting knife storage options available now. Our goals for knife storage are to protect the sharp edges, prolong the time between sharpening, keep the knife clean and dry, and increase kitchen safety by not having sharp knives lying around or knocking around in a drawer. Reaching into a drawer and […]
Some people are obsessive about what they pack when they go hiking. Things like a Sterno Stove, fuel pellets, some sort of commando machete/combat knife, tent, sleeping bag, ground pad, etc…. Even people who pack a bit more reasonably spend considerable time and thought on what to take on the trail. But there is one […]
One of the first questions to pop up when shopping for higher end kitchen knives is whether you are looking at stainless steel knives only or if you are open to carbon steel. Maybe you hadn’t considered it yet, but carbon steel is not new by any means; the very first steel made was carbon […]
As a cook and an angler, there is nothing better than processing your own catch. I’ve spent three seasons a year my whole life doing just that. Mostly I have been using flexible western style filet knives, and doing a pretty great job too. However, since getting into higher quality Japanese knives four years ago, […]
When deciding what type of knife to carry, there are several types to choose from. You can opt for an ultra-reliable sheath knife, a good-quality folding knife, or one of the newer styles of mechanically opening knives, collectively known as switchblades, gravity knives, and out-the-front knives. All mechanically opening knives are considered as switchblades as far […]
Here’s our interview with Jon Broida, owner and sharpener at Japanese Knife Imports. Jon gives us some very interesting sharpening recommendations. We’re very excited to have him on KnifePlanet! 1. Hello Jon, Can you tell us a bit about yourself, and how you started sharpening knives? [box size=”large”]My name is Jonathan Broida, and I’m the owner of Japanese knife […]
Your kitchen needs the best meat cleaver. If you don’t have a meat cleaver, you’ll spend countless hours in the kitchen trying to chop through slabs of meat. Meat cleavers are designed to withstand hard chops from a chef without breaking in the process. Small kitchen knives should never be used to chop meat. You […]
I would like to describe the purpose of the four tiered pressure system and how to approach it, especially for novice sharpeners. I think it’s fantastic that you want to learn to sharpen. Here is the video. By the way, for those who have been following my blog for a while you will know that […]
So you’ve put in some time and money shopping for a nice kitchen knife set. Aside from your technique and the food you are cutting, cutting boards have the biggest impact on your knife performance and edge retention. Your knife can cut into boards that are too soft or even worse, sink in and twist […]
What’s the difference between sharpening kitchen knives and sharpening many other types of knife such as hunting, survival, folding, pocket, etc? It’s a simple enough question. There are many differences. Let’s break them down. Kitchen vs Daily Carry Knives: Sharpening Differences There are many differences between kitchen knives and daily carry knives. These differences range […]
It dawned on me recently that despite doing the very best I can in creating knife sharpening video tutorials, what happens if a problem arises when attempting to follow along. Even if I had a professional videographer following my sharpening process and the video itself was perfect, if something comes up early on that prevents […]
My first excursion into knife sharpening professionally was rather interesting. I have some changes I need to make and I have some things I need to keep. Let’s delve right into the event. I was going to start out at a local flea market however a knife show happened to be occurring at the […]
Here’s our interview with Victorinox. 1. Can you tell us a bit more about the roots of Victorinox: when did it start? [box size=”large”]Switzerland, 1884. Poverty and unemployment dominate life. Many people have no option but to emigrate. In these circumstances, embarking on any new venture demands immense courage and perseverance. Against this difficult economic […]
When it comes to knife blades, it would seem that there are as many different types of blade shapes and blade grinds as there are knives; limited only by the designer’s imagination. But, in truth, all knife blades can be classified as falling into one of ten different blade shape categories and as having one […]
In summary: Peter Nowlan is a professional knife sharpener based in Halifax (Canada) and he recommends the KnifePlanet Sharpening Stone Set, a beginners and intermediate kit that includes 4 sharpening grits: 400/1000, 3000/8000, a bamboo base and the KnifePlanet Flattening Stone. The Japanese Naniwa 3-stone combination is also a great (and more expensive) choice, ideal for professionals […]
Cangshan is a brand of knives from China. The history of the brand is important because it demonstrates the quality of the knives. Henry Liu founded the company, formerly a kitchenware brand, and traveled the world to find a blade smith that could produce the quality he demanded of his brand. He tested knives from […]
With more than 50 years in the business, Calphalon is a leading brand in the cookware and cutlery industry. Part of what makes their knives so appealing to consumers (ourselves included) is that they’re highly affordable – without sacrificing on quality. Calphalon has more than 20 knife sets available, but these three in particular stand […]
In this interview Peter Hjortberger, founder of Fallkniven, shares some insights on his knife company. 1. Hello Peter. What’s the beginning on Fallkniven? When and how did it start? [box size=”large”]I started the business in 1984, by then I imported well known American, German and Japanese brands. Pretty soon the company grew to become one of the largest […]
Ask any chef and they’ll tell you that a good set of knives is the cornerstone of any kitchen – commercial or home. The right knives can cut prep time in half and help you achieve special cuts with ease. When it comes to knife brands, Wusthof is the king of the castle. Founded in […]
Global knives are considered some of the top kitchen knives in the world. Excellent cutting power is offered through thin, durable blades, and the brand designs elegant knives that are easy-to-clean and feature one-piece designs that are superior in durability. These are the knives chefs use and homeowners can afford. Whether you’re an aspiring chef or […]
Wusthof is one of the leading knife brands in the world. The company’s knives are trusted by chefs across the world, and the German brand has been offering top-of-the-line knives for over 200 years. Family owned and operated, Wusthof knives are unique, durable and a mainstay in kitchens around the world. The introduction of […]
Originally founded in California in 1988, the Benchmade Corporation later made a move to Clackamas, Oregon in 1990 where their manufacturing facility resides today. Although their initial line consisted primarily of Bali-Song knives which they constructed in-house from parts they purchased from other manufacturers, they eventually began to acquire new machines and to develop new technologies […]
For those of you who are not familiar with Fallkniven, they are a Swedish production knife company that specializes in extremely high quality survival and hunting knives. In fact, the quality of their production knives easily rivals that of many custom bladesmiths and thus, they are widely considered to be manufactures of the best production […]
Here’s another interview for our series. We’re pleased to have Zoltan The Knife Sharpener on Knife Planet today. 1. Hi Zoltan, how did you get into sharpening knives? [box size=”large”]I used to be a chef. I started my college years back in Hungary in 1983. Through my chef career I worked in several very different kitchens like canteen, fast […]
Our interview with Dan Bertarelli, from Bertarelli Cutlery. 1. Hi Dan, tell us more about yourself. how did you start sharpening knives? [box size=”large”]My name is Dan Bertarelli I’m a 3rd generation knife sharpener. My Grandfather Felice Bertarelli opened Bertarelli Cutlery. A Commercial knife sharpening service in Saint Louis Missouri in 1967. My Dad (John) and his […]
My name is Peter Nowlan and I have been sharpening knives by hand for many many years and throughout my sharpening journey I have learned much, much of that from the mistakes that I have made. A recent trip I took sparked a thought, it hit home, this is not so much a tutorial on […]
We’re honored to have Böker for our “Know your knife maker” interview series. 1. How did Böker start, and why did you get involved in the knife making business? [box size=”large”]A huge chestnut-tree towering above the small Böker hardware-factory in the 17th century is the oldest traceable fact about the Böker family. Due to rising demand in […]
For a novice sharpener, a person considering purchasing a Japanese Water Stone or two with the intent of sharpening his or her own knives, where to start can be daunting. Our technologically advanced world easily allows us to access the abundance of products available and our interest and curiosity forces us to leave no stone […]
Knives were one of the first tools ever fashioned by humans. Archeological evidence suggests that we have been making knives, or knife-like tools for over 2-1/2 million years. The first knives were undoubtedly used for hunting and general utility. The great-great grandaddy of all blades was the hand-axe, sort of a Stone Age Swiss Army […]
We’re thrilled to have Lynn, founder of Cold Steel Knives with us today for our new “Know your knife maker” series. Enjoy the interview! 1. A little bit of history: How did Cold Steel start, and why did you get involved in the knife making business? [box size=”large”]Cold Steel really grew out of necessity. The industry […]
I thoroughly enjoy the process of sharpening. I love the smell of the stones, the micro-vibrations of the knife with each pass, the smell of the water as it creates slurry, the sound of the blade as it scrapes the stone, and the sight of a highly polished edge from my strops. For me it […]
Here’s our latest “Know Your Knife Sharpener” interview. let me introduce you to Maksim, sharpener and owner of JapaneseNaturalStones.com. He has got some really interesting tips for us today. 1– Hello Maksim, can you tell us more about your business, Japanese Natural Stones? [box size=”large”]I started that business while i was still a chef and […]
There are all kinds of knives out there. No matter what you want one for, chances are, there is a specialty blade available for just that purpose. There are knives for kitchen work, wood work, craftsman, outdoors, fishing, boating… There have even been knives designed specifically to go into space, made by Randall, Emerson, Case, […]
Here’s our new interview with Jimmie from BurrBenders. We had the opportunity to ask him some questions about his sharpening business. 1. How did you start, and why did you get involved in the knife sharpening business? [box size=”large”]I started sharpening at the age of 15 or 16 (I’m 47 now), my father owned a […]
Here’s the first interview of our new series: “Know Your Knife Maker“. We’ll regularly publish interviews with knife makers from all over the world. Today we are pleased to have with us Les George from GeorgeKnives. 1. Hello Les. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? [box size=”large”] well I was born at a very young […]
Few things are more thrilling than a kayak, or canoe ride through some fast-water. But, without proper preparation and planning, it can be a nightmare. Most people understand about wearing a PFD (Personal Flotation Device, for those who are uninitiated….), and maybe even having an emergency whistle, but one often over-looked item is a knife. […]
You’re using a good knife for every day carry. You are taking good care of it. It works well, is clean, stays oiled, and stays sharp. There are some additional realities we need to consider in the carry and use of a knife every day. There are problems you may encounter. There are a host […]
I’ve been away for a while. Sorry about that! Kyoto’s such a fun city that it’s hard to buckle down and write an irregular column, but I admit that this one has gotten a lot more irregular than it ought to. As usual, I want to show you a dish that demonstrates some classic Japanese […]
This is not a trick or anything, what I am going to describe is an element of my sharpening process that has made the most impact on MY results. If you have read any of my previous sharpening articles, (thank you for that), you will know that I sharpen purely by hand using a variety […]
So you finally decided upon which knife/knives you want to carry for your EDC option. It fits your requirements and laws. It is an asset you can use daily to accomplish many daily tasks. Now what? Now you have to care for and maintain that knife. Besides sharpening (which is covered over several articles on […]
Carrying a folding pocket knife everyday has many advantages. From opening boxes and clam shell packaging to preparing food, they are extremely useful. Several professions such as hunters, fisherman, trail guides, butchers, emergency personnel, or military service members often carry knives every day. I would like to discuss folding knives for your everyday carry. In […]
Many popular bushcraft knives commonly used are not supplied with their own sheath. Two very popular such knives are the Old Hickory 7 inch butcher made by Ontario Knife Company and the Green River 5 inch hunter made by Russell Harrington Cutlery (now called Dexter-Russell). They are reliable, easy on the wallet, and made in […]
Having a bushcraft/survival knife and using one are two different things. Much like owing a gun and practicing with it, practice is needed with a survival knife. There are safety concerns, different grips, and different cutting techniques employed to effectively and safely use that knife. In this article I will discuss the main thoughts behind […]
There are too many knife sharpening videos to count and if watching a video in order to become enlightened with regards to the process of sharpening, you may find the selection process overwhelming. As a novice, you want to find one that will simplify the process for you, make any doubts you have about your […]
The term “boot knife” comes from a time in American history where violence was not uncommon and thus, a person often needed to defend himself from aggressors. However, the firearms of the time were often far less than reliable and, due to the poor state of metallurgy back then, they were sometimes prone to explode […]
When you are out in the field, whether it be camping, hiking, on a military exercise, or some other outing that removes you from the convenience of civilization, keeping your knives sharp is a daily requirement. With repeated use they quickly dull and need to be maintained. Most likely you will not have access to […]
In the bushcraft, survival, and prepper communities people commonly talk about the “One Tool Option” or “One Knife Option”. Almost always it relates to the most useful tool one can take into the woods and still survive. And almost always people choose some sort of knife. While I feel the one tool option idea is […]
There can be no doubt that both fixed blade knives and folding knives are a popular part of American culture. After all, a single glance at any knife manufacturer’s web site or catalog will present you with so many different choices that it becomes difficult to choose just one. But, if you expand that view […]
Many people in the survival and bushcraft communities talk at length about batoning. What is batoning? Batoning a knife is the process of using a wooden mallet (referred to as a baton) to strike the spine of a knife blade in order to drive the edge into a log so the wood can be split. […]
Many knife aficionados find Spyderco knives to be different, weird, and even peculiar. In fact, according to the Spyderco web site, a person once said to Sal Glesser (Spyderco’s owner), “You must design in the dark because your knives look so strange!” But, their distinguished design is actually a result of striving to create ergonomic, […]
When most people envision a Bowie Knife, they tend to picture a large knife with heavy, clip point, blade since that is believed to be the original design. However, since the knife that Jim Bowie used to dispatch is assailants during the infamous “Sand Bar” fight which took place on a sandbar in the Mississippi […]
Few things in life are better than a plate of raw oysters on the half-shell. I spent a lot of my younger days in coastal environments, and I have shucked and eaten thousands of oysters. You might think that there would be little involved in opening the shell of a creature that can’t bite, claw, […]
Can knives stay sharp forever? When I hear someone say that their knives are still sharp after five years I really find it hard to believe. I know that people have different definitions of what sharp is, but it sounds a little unrealistic: knives become dull, naturally. The purpose of this article is to help […]
Updated: January 2017, added “expert recommendations” Currently, there is a resurgence of interest in the art of shaving with a straight razor. It is almost like a renaissance movement. More and more men are showing interest in using straight razors, leading to countless new books, lots of websites, and articles. I am no Spring-Chicken, and […]
Knives have played a very important part in the history of the far Northern reaches, with its cold and forbidding environment. The cutlery of these cultures evolved into very unique and distinctive styles which today, represent some of the most outstanding general-purpose blades available. Scandinavia is not a country per se, but is a reference […]
Ah…the Great Outdoors. Most of us have fond childhood memories of camping with the family, the scouts, church camps, friends, etc… And almost without fail, we had some kind of knife with us, maybe a Scout Knife, or the peculiar Swiss Army Knife. In my childhood days I was seldom encountered without my Opinel. Camping […]
In summary: KnifePlanet selected and reviewed 5 steak knife sets and found that [easyazon_link identifier=”B004J1IKSU” locale=”US” tag=”steakintro-20″]the Laguiole steak knife sets[/easyazon_link] are our favorites. Laguiole is a style of knife invented in France. They’re our favorites because of their quality: they are made to cut steak. Reasonably tough They come in different scale materials (Ranging from [easyazon_link identifier=”B00WAIKPUU” locale=”US” tag=”steakintro-20″]mixed french […]
Nothing can make a plate of food look more elegant than a garnish of tomato roses. Carved vegetables and fruits are very impressive, and have evolved into an art-form unto themselves. The WOW factor far exceeds the investment in labor it takes to create them. Once the realm of professional and highly trained culinary technicians, […]
Guide updated in January 2017. I’m Peter Nowlan, a professional knife sharpener based in Halifax, Canada. I’m here to help you choose the right knife sharpener for your needs. I’ve been sharpening knives for over 35 years. I have owned an Edge Pro Professional version for several years and I have sharpened thousands of knives with it. I […]
Shun, pronounced “shoon”, is a Japanese term used to describe the precise moment when food reaches the peak of perfection. It’s only fitting, then, that one of the most respected brands of Japanese culinary knives takes its name from that pivotal moment when food is the freshest and most delicious. The Sora line from Shun […]
As a culinary student, you know that prep-work is just a part of the job. Dicing onions, mincing garlic and julienning carrots may be tedious, but this first crucial step has a direct effect on the outcome of your dish. Uniform cuts allows for even cooking, and makes the dish easier to consume. But if […]
Wusthof was first founded in 1814 and has since become a worldwide brand that is known as one of the best in the world. A German brand, all Wusthof knives are made with precision balance and handling to offer comfort and precise cuts no matter the ingredient. Our Favorite Classic And Ikon Choices… Both Wusthof lines, […]
Here’s our interview with Albert Edmonds, owner and sharpener at Seattle Edge Sharpening. 1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? How did you start sharpening knives? [box size=”large”]My interest in knife sharpening started at a young age. My Father showed me how to sharpen an old fishing knife in the garage when I was eight […]
The purpose of this article and video is for me to describe not just how I sharpen knives, but to emphasize the role of coarse Japanese Water Stones. I have already written an article on sharpening with water stones. However, I think I can improve upon it and naturally, this is something I enjoy writing […]
KEEPING KNIVES SHARP. THAT’S THE PROBLEM. How to get a knife to stay sharp for as long as possible. Professional sharpeners and likely all folks serious about the process of knife sharpening very likely think about edge retention at some point along their sharpening journey. It is a topic I have agonized over for years and […]
For those of us who sharpen knives on a regular basis, we know that it is a journey, one that often starts in a similar space but soon splits into different directions. It is a journey with a beginning and for some, it has no end, but where does it start? The Start Whenever I am sharpening […]
It’s a pleasure for us to have Murray Carter from Carter Cutlery on KnifePlanet. 1. Hello Murray, do you recall the first blade that you’ve ever sharpened? [box size=”large”]Yes. I was about 12 years old, and I tried to sharpen a folding pocket knife with an old worn out oilstone. [/box] 2. Have you been doing it for a […]
I’m pleased to have Robert Ambrosi, owner of Ambrosi Cutlery, a knife sharpening service located in North Salem, New York. Their sharpening services are used by many of New York City’s finest chefs, butchers and supermarkets. 1. Hello Robert, what’s the first knife that you’ve ever sharpened? [box size=”large”]The first time i sharpened a knife I was […]
Here’s our interview with Ryan from DC Sharp, the only Japanese kitchen knife boutique in the Washington metropolitan area. 1. Hey Ryan, do you still remember the first knife that you sharpened? [box size=”large”]It was only back in September 2012 in my brothers basement in Washington DC. He had just started the sharpening business but happened to […]
Here’s Peter Nowlan answering some common knife sharpening questions. Do you strop your knives on leather or another medium after sharpening? Sometimes but not as a general rule. I have used leather strops laden with various compounds and sprays and also bare leather. I sharpen a lot of knives, I found the leather became gritty with the […]
– WE ASKED 23 SURVIVAL EXPERTS: – “SHTF and you can only bring one survival knife with you: what knife would you take with you and why?” Whether you’re out in the woods, or a disaster happens, having the right knife with you can make all the difference in a life or death situation. Although a good […]
My name is Peter Nowlan, a retired Naval Officer. I became interested in Knife Sharpening 35 years ago starting on oilstones after watching my father sharpen a chisel. It was a trial and error thing at that time as there was no internet back then and nobody I knew had the same interest. I started my […]
Here’s our interview with Josh Donald, owner of Bernal Cutlery, a sharpening business and knife shop based in San Francisco. 1. What’s the first knife that you sharpened in your life? [box size=”large”]First time I sharpened a knife that I remember I was around 8 years old and it was my Buck 110 with the […]
The Wusthof brand is one of the most reliable and affordable, but it offers so many different lines that sometimes it’s hard to choose the right wusthof knife. That’s why we’re going to take a look at two different lines of knives by the company, the Classic and the Gourmet, as well as their starter […]
Mercer Culinary is a well-respected name in the cutlery industry, and they’ve been in the industry for more than 30 years. Trusted by industry professionals, Mercer is the main supplier to over 90% of the culinary academies in North America. That’s why I always recommend Mercer Culinary’s Genesis 6 piece Set to anyone looking for a professional […]
Instead of buying a single knife, it’s often better to buy knife set. When you buy a set, you’ll receive several knives that can be used for anything from cutting vegetables to paring and cutting bread. But, what is the right Zwilling J.A. Henckels set to buy? It really depends on your needs, and we’re here to […]
Chicago Cutlery has been in the cutlery business for decades, and while their knives aren’t on par with the ones used by professional chefs, they offer exceptional quality for home use. The company’s knife sets also come at a price that most families can afford, which is something we all can appreciate. But which Chicago […]
Our exclusive interview with WorkSharp, makers of one of the most popular knife sharpeners on the market, the WSKTS. 1. How did WorkSharp get involved in the knife sharpening business? [box size=”large”]Darex, the makers of Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpeners has been a sharpening focused and family owned business since 1973. We engineer and manufacture […]
Here’s our interview with Cliff Stamp. Make sure to check his website and his youtube channel. 1. Hello Cliff, Can you tell us a bit about yourself, and how you started sharpening knives? [box size=”large”]My grandfather showed me the basics when I was very young, ~ 5 . [/box] 2. Can you tell us more about […]
Here’s another interview for our series “Know your knife sharpener“. Today we’ve the pleasure to ask some questions to Clay Allison, the man behind Wicked Edge Sharpeners. 1. Hello Clay, can you tell us a bit more about yourself? [box size=”large”]I’m Clay Allison, born and raised around Santa Fe, NM. I’ve been married to my beautiful […]
Field dressing isn’t a pretty process, but it comes with the territory if you’re a hunter. If you’re hunting deer, you know how important it is to get the job done as quickly as possible. The longer it takes, the more you stand the risk of losing body heat and bacteria growing on the surface […]
Cutting vegetables is an art that every chef must master. Whether working in a 5-star restaurant or chopping up vegetables for a snack for the kids, the right knife will make your job a lot easier. And, there are several different knife types to consider. QUICK COMPARISON: TOP VEGETABLE KNIVES [table id=14 /] WUSTHOF NAKIRI: THE […]
Slicing brisket is an art, and the right knife will help you make the perfect cut. You really have two options when slicing brisket: manual or electric knives. Which is best? We’ll be discussing the pros and cons of each type of knife and reviewing two models that we have right in our kitchen today. […]
Every kitchen needs the right ceramic knife set to make food preparation fast and efficient. Using the wrong knife set will result in lower quality cuts and a longer overall prep time – which no cook wants. COMPARISON CHART: THE BEST CERAMIC KNIFE SETS [table id=11 /] OUR 3 FAVORITE CERAMIC KNIFE SETS REVIEWED If you’re slicing […]
Cutting chicken often requires the proper knife for the job. When you use any old knife, you can dull or break the blade, or even cause injury to yourself. On top of all this, your chicken won’t be cut with the precision it deserves. The right knife to cut raw chicken will allow you to […]
Here’s our interview with Steve Bottorff, knife sharpener and author of one of the most popular knife sharpening books ever: Sharpening Made Easy. “Sharpening has been a rewarding hobby/business for me. Apart from making money, I take satisfaction in solving a sharpening problem, and I enjoy the appreciation the customer shows when he or she realizes […]
There are many types and styles of kitchen knives, and all have their uses. But there are three types of knives that no cook can really do without. The paring knife is one of them. (Chef and bread knives being the other two) Many people get confused as to what a paring knife actually is. There […]
I coltelli sono da sempre uno strumento fondamentale per la sopravvivenza dell’uomo. Il continente Europeo è casa di migliaia di coltelli unici, tecniche di fabbricazione diverse e usi tradizionali. Data la vasta diversità, noi di KnifePlanet ci siamo chiesti quali fossero, e se ci fossero, coltelli tradizionali per ogni stato d’Europa. E’ quindi iniziata la nostra caccia al […]
Here’s our interview with Christopher Fire, CEO at Lansky Sharpeners. 1. Hello Christopher. How did you start, and why did you get involved in the knife sharpening business? [box size=”large”]Lansky’s entry into the sharpening world started when Arthur Lansky Levine, a prospective coroner, found himself consistently disappointed by the sharpness of his surgical tools. He started […]
Here’s our interview with Ben Dale, owner of Edge Pro. 1. Hello Ben. How did you start, and why did you get involved in the knife sharpening business? [box size=”large”]I became interested in sharpening when I was about 11 year old. I was fascinated by how something so simple could be so difficult. Then later […]
At some point in a person life, the desire to sharpen a knife takes root, especially for men. That methodical process that our elders and indeed our ancestors somehow thoroughly grasped out of necessity has filtered down through the ages and it still captures our thoughts. My father sharpened tools out of necessity, there was […]
Here’s our interview with Kevin Kent, owner of KnifeWear.com 1. Can you tell us what’s the first knife that you sharpened? [box size=”large”]I do remember the first time. My Uncle gave me a rusty pocket knife when I was 7 or 8 and a small Arkansas stone. I wiped that blade back and forth endlessly […]
Continuing this series of “what to do with your great Japanese knives” posts, I’d like to share a recipe that may freak you out. The taste is terrific… but it does involve fish heads. The point isn’t just to post a recipe, of course, but to talk about knife methods. For this, you’re going to need […]
Here’s another interview from the series “Know Your Knife Sharpener” – We’re getting in touch with knife sharpeners all over the world asking them more about their businesses and sharpening techniques. Today we have Dan Maloon, from Elite Edges. Dan owns a sharpening service that offers both mobile and mail-in options to his customers. He serves customers all over the United […]
Here we are with another interview for our series “Know Your Knife Sharpener” – Today we have the pleasure to ask some questions to Peter Nowlan, owner of New Edge Sharpening. 1. Hello Peter, can you tell us more about you? [box size=”large”]My name is Peter Nowlan, a retired Naval Officer. I became interested in Knife Sharpening […]
Here’s another interview from the series “Know Your Knife Sharpener” – Today we had the opportunity to ask some questions to Zig, from ZB Sharpening. 1. Can you tell us what’s the first knife that you sharpened? [box size=”large”]Not directly, but it was as a teenager working as a cook. Most places had something more than a steel. Usually a […]
Dicono che ogni chef debba avere tre coltelli essenziali in cucina: un coltello da carne, uno da chef e uno da pane. Di questi tre, quello da pane riceve minori attenzioni. Ma il giusto coltello da pane farà la differenza nella tua cucina. Non ti farà solo risparmiare tempo, ma ti semplificherà la vita. Per non […]
Sometimes you want to replace your knife handle. It could be an upgrade to a nicer premium exotic wood: burl woods, spalted woods, or curled hardwoods. Maybe the scales have warped and pulled away from the tang, leaving a gap for bacteria to grow and rust to form. You could always pay a pro to […]
One of the chiefs of this site very kindly asked me to contribute, so I’d better begin with an introduction. It’s only fair. My kids had to introduce themselves before their entire school, and they had to do it in Japanese, which isn’t their (or my) native tongue. So here goes. Back in 2008, I […]
Every well-stocked kitchen has at least one santoku knife. Designed for general-purpose, I use my santoku for most kitchen prep work, including mincing, slicing and dicing. Even if you’ve never heard of its name, there’s a good chance you’re already familiar with and well-accustomed to this knife. Its design is very similar to the Western […]
Un coltello nakiri, anche conosciuto come nakiri bocho, è un coltello giapponese usato per tagliare ortaggi. Caratterizzato da una lama dritta con i lati squadrati, un Nakiri ti permette di tagliare ortaggi fino al tagliere senza problemi. Sottile e leggero, il Nakiri è ottimo per ogni ortaggio. > Il Mio Nakiri Preferito Su Amazon.it < I […]
Electric knives are often brought out of the cabinet when a freshly cooked turkey needs to be sliced to perfection. Perfect for cutting through softer meats, electric knives have a variety of uses that make them a versatile addition to any chef’s arsenal. [easyazon_link identifier=”B00004WKI3″ locale=”US” tag=”knifepla-20″]> Buy The Cuisinart on Amazon <[/easyazon_link] WHY ARE ELECTRIC […]
Chinese chefs are known for their varied cuisine. Chefs may make a vegetable dish followed by tilapia or a meat dish. What most people – and chefs – don’t realize is that these chefs focus primarily on one knife: the Chinese Cleaver. Unlike a butcher knife that can’t be used to fillet or chop shallots to […]
Here’s our fourth interview of the series “Know Your Knife Sharpener” – Today we’re pleased to have Vincent Lau, knife sharpener at Korin.com 1. Can you tell us what’s the first knife that you sharpened? [box size=”large”]The first time I sharpened a knife was around 5 years ago here at Korin. The first knife I sharpened was a […]
Ecco l’intervista a Greg, proprietario di WaBoCho, servizio di affilatura di coltelli. 1. Qual’è il primo coltello che hai affilato? [box size=”large”]Si, lo ricordo. Ho distrutto un coltello costoso. Era uno Spyderco Military S30V. Ho seguito un ragazzo su Youtube e ho provato a fare ciò che faceva lui. Ma il problema era che non capivo […]
Questa è la nostra seconda intervista della serie “Conosci il tuo arrotino”. Oggi abbiamo il piacere di presentarvi Josh, di Razor Edge Knives. 1. Qual’è stata la prima lama che hai affilato? [box size=”large”]Ho “affilato” coltelli da bambino, su una pietra diamantata – ancora ricordo il suo nome. Era una pietra diamantata EZE. Non che sapevo quel […]
Ecco la nostra prima intervista- vi presento Robin, affilatore di coltelli e proprietario di SharpKnives.co.uk. 1. Puoi dirci qual’è stata la prima lama che hai affilato? [box size=”large”]In realtà no. Ne ho affilate a centinaia ora, è tutto un po’ confuso.[/box] 2. Come hai fatto a farlo diventare un business, e da quanto tempo lo fai? [box […]
Here’s our third interview- this time we have Robin from SharpKnives.co.uk. 1. Can you tell us what’s the first knife that you sharpened? [box size=”large”]Not really, I have done so many tens of thousands now, it’s all a blur.[/box] 2. How did you make it a business, and how long have you been doing it for? [box size=”large”]The […]
Here’s our second interview of our new series: Know Your Knife Sharpener. Today we have the pleasure to know more about Josh, from Razor Edge Knives. 1. Do you remember the first time you sharpened a knife? [box size=”large”]I ‘sharpened‘ knives as a kid on a diamond stone – still remember the name of it. It […]
A nakiri knife, also known as a nakiri bocho, is a Japanese-style knife used for chopping vegetables. Characterized by its straight blade edge and squared off tips, the nakiri knife allows you to cut all the way through to the cutting board without having to use a horizontal push or pull. Thin and light in […]
Here’s the first of a series of interviews to knife sharpening services around the world. Let me introduce you to Greg, owner of Wabocho. 1. Do you remember the first time you sharpened a knife? [box size=”large”]Yes, I remember. I have destroyed an expensive knife then. It was a Spyderco Military in S30V. I was following […]
For a knife to do its job, it has to be sharp…the sharper, the better. Dull knives are dangerous, can cause you to cut yourself, and can damage what you are trying to cut. Dull knifes tear, instead of cutting, and can hang up when you need them the most. In this installment, We will […]
Steel Qualities: 3 Charactestics of a Kitchen Knife In the last chapter, we talked about the different parts of a kitchen knife. Now, we’ll discuss the different types of blade materials available. You need to have a working knowledge of the various steels so that you can make informed decisions when selecting kitchen knives. There are 3 […]
The are different kinds of knives, and each type has it own quirks as far as sharpening is concerned. There are many who think, “a blade is a blade”, but this is not the case. Some knives require different angles to be the most efficient at what they were designed for. There is no single […]
Maybe your kitchen knife is chipped, maybe it just doesn’t hold an edge anymore. For whatever reason, none of the easier options from my Maintaining the Edge article are effective anymore. That means it is time to sharpen to take out any chips and to reveal a new, clean, crisp edge. Before you do that, you have […]
An edge, if it was sharpened correctly is a clean crisp apex where the two sides of the knife meet, forming an angle. That’s what we try to maintain along the length of the knife for good cutting performance. This article outlines good practices in maintaining an edge, and options to restore that clean edge […]
No single kitchen tool defines a cook more than their chef’s knife. It’s the all purpose knife that is reached for most often. You could guess a bit about a cook’s habits from this one item. Is it sharp? Is it well maintained? Are there scratches from countless sharpenings? Is it kept with an immaculate […]
Are you just starting out sharpening your knives and want some professional tips? I asked 55 experts to share the best recommendation they would give to a beginner knife sharpener. WHY DO AN EXPERT ROUNDUP? It is historically proven that humanity as a whole tends to address questions more accurately when they pool their input together- A […]
As a non-chef, it’s very confusing to hear the terms “boning” or “fillet” knife. These tools are able to help you cut throw fish and other meats with ease, but they have a very different function. Ideally, you’ll have both a boning and fillet knife in your kitchen, but you need to know how and […]
I used to be very confused on which knife to use at which time. After years of preparing food, one of the knives that I find most useful is a fillet knife. While I don’t use my fillet knife every day, It’s a versatile tool that when needed, does the job better than any other knife in […]
[box size=”large” style=”rounded” border=”full”]After 25 years as a butcher, I’ve tested, used, sharpened and thrown away many boning knives. If I had to choose my favorite, I’d recommend you the [easyazon_link identifier=”B00005NANS” locale=”US” tag=”knifeplaup-20″]Wusthof Classic Boning Knife[/easyazon_link] without thinking twice: it’s easy to sharpen and maintain, and performs extremely well with literally any kind of meat. […]
They say that every home kitchen should have three essential knives: a paring knife, a chef’s knife and a bread knife. Of these three, the bread knife gets the least amount of attention. But the right bread knife will make a real difference in your kitchen. Not only will it save you time, but frustration […]
Knives have been around since caveman chiseled stones to meet their daily needs. Nowadays, thankfully, knife making has progressed quiet a ways. In Europe knife making and knives have a rich, deep, and complex history, dating back to cavemen themselves. Therefore, the continent is home to thousands of diverse and unique knives and knife making […]
