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  • F350-6

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    Not really anything exciting, but as I'm recently single, I now need a new kitchen knife set since the ex took the one we had.

    Looking for advice on what to get that will serve me well. I'm looking for a block set that includes the basics plus some steak knives.

    Forged vs. stamped? China vs. German? Stainless, carbon, hardened? I understand the basics, but at what price point do you not realize a return for just a homeowner? Don't mind spending a few hundred if it's worth it. Don't want to spend a couple of thousand.

    This is what we had before that the ex bought. Seemed to have worked well enough. Not real excited about the MIC stuff, but the bigger knifes all said forged, and after several years showed no signs of rust or problems.

    https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/st...technology/1044109257?Keyword=knife block set

    I'll spend more if it's worth it, but need some advice as I only used to cook on the grill or smoker.
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    Byrd666

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    Go get a cheap block set from Wallymart for everyday and BS use. Then get Good 8" Butchers knife, bread knife, pairing knife and a GP knife. Victorinox is good stuff as is Wusthof, though the latter is at least triple the cost of the former. GREAT knives they are though. And if mine hadn't been an X-mas present years ago, I'd never be able to say that.
     

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    Thanks for the link. The more affordable ones seem to be stamped, and don't have a full tang. Is that a big deal long term?
    I have use Victoronix knives to cut meat for 36 years I never gave the tang much thought. As far as stamped .vs forged sure forged is better & more costly, but it aint like you'r using the knife 8 hours a day 5 days a week. Hell I'd bet what I use has just enough tang to mold the handle to.
     

    yakdung

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    Thanks for the link. The more affordable ones seem to be stamped, and don't have a full tang. Is that a big deal long term?
    Not for my use. Really depends on usage and budget. I wanted to go Wusthof, but could not justify the price vs usage. Like someone else already mentioned, you could really get away with three really good knives, without the fancy pants wooden block. Just get a knife roll and you're all set.
    Good luck and whatever you decide.
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    F350-6

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    For $80 more, I can get steak knives too.

    https://www.amazon.com/Wusthof-Clas...p_n_condition-type:6358196011,p_36:1253527011

    The fancy wooden block is the cheapest part of the equation, but all this hand wash only, take care of them, sure makes the block seem like an easy way to keep them from banging into other things.

    That and I have a lot of open counter space now and could use something to put on them.
     

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    Not really anything exciting, but as I'm recently single, I now need a new kitchen knife set since the ex took the one we had.

    Looking for advice on what to get that will serve me well. I'm looking for a block set that includes the basics plus some steak knives.

    Forged vs. stamped? China vs. German? Stainless, carbon, hardened? I understand the basics, but at what price point do you not realize a return for just a homeowner? Don't mind spending a few hundred if it's worth it. Don't want to spend a couple of thousand.

    This is what we had before that the ex bought. Seemed to have worked well enough. Not real excited about the MIC stuff, but the bigger knifes all said forged, and after several years showed no signs of rust or problems.

    https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/calphalon-reg-contemporary-self-sharpening-18-piece-cutlery-set-with-sharpin-trade-technology/1044109257?Keyword=knife block set

    I'll spend more if it's worth it, but need some advice as I only used to cook on the grill or smoker.
    Here ya go Bro:

    ACE Restaurant Supply https://www.acemart.com/kitchen/cutlery

    Quality, low prices, open to the public, I shop there, the knives are of great quality and you can impress your dates when you whip out Pro grade knives to cut with and make that smilin Mona Lisa a dinner that is sure to have her giving you desert!
     

    TxStetson

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    Wustoff and Henckle are both great knives, as long as you’re getting the West German variety and not the “International” version. (Translation, Chinese). I wouldn’t go for the massive sets, because you won’t ever use most of them. Get a smaller set with a chef’s knife, paring knife, bread knife, and utility knife with a few steak knives in the block.
     

    TxStetson

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    Fair warning, buying good knives is a lot like buying good guns. What started with me wanting a couple good knives
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    Turned into buying a whole set of great knives, and then some fancy cutting boards so you don’t ruin the edge on your knives.

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    toddnjoyce

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    Turned into buying a whole set of great knives, and then some fancy cutting boards so you don’t ruin the edge on your knives.

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    My maternal grandmother had a homemade carbon steel chef knife that I have pictures/slides of going back to at least 1964. That knife has been razor sharp sad long as I’ve known it. She passed at 87 in 1998.

    When she passed, it went to my aunt, who today is 84, the same age as my mother when she passed earlier this year. My aunt is aware I would like it if no one else does when she passes.

    That piece of steel will still slice a tomato with its own weight.
     

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    Thanks for the link. The more affordable ones seem to be stamped, and don't have a full tang. Is that a big deal long term?

    Lol. The real question is how much do you cook?

    They’re good bang for your buck. Precluding getting into real knives, some of the better options out there.


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    Don't buy a set. Invest in one good blade, and then add to the collection as money allows. I saved money for almost 6 months to but my first wusthof when I was in my late teens. That knife has now been with me for 20 years, and not once have I regretted the investment. If you're serious in the kitchen, buy once cry once.

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    Jetcycles idea is how we bought our German made Wustofs.

    First an 8" chef's knive and a paring knife.

    Later we bought 4 steak knives.

    Research the lowest German made place to buy because they're expensive. (and well worth it)
     

    ROGER4314

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    There are two schools of thought on kitchen knives. One type has hard blades that hold an edge but are more difficult to sharpen.

    The other type has softer blades that require only a stroke or two on a sharpener to get a sharp edge.

    I have both types but prefer the softer blades. I keep a sharpener handy and slick up the blades before I use them. Sure, the blades will wear eventually but they are tools for my use……. nothing more.

    I must have stainless blades and handles that will withstand water soaking. I don't baby those knives and toss them in soapy water after using them. I cook every meal at home and they're in constant use.

    My block set came from Kohls for about $120 and I'm very happy with them.

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    I'm the cook in the house, dinners most of the time. I use a Shun Classic 7" santoku for 90% of my cutting duties (lots of vegetables), with a Henkles "Professional S" 6" utility knife for mostly meat cutting.

    I also have a Henkles 3" pairing knife, Cuisinart 5" serrated utility/bread knife, and Cuisinart kitchen shears that I rarely use.

    I generally agree with the idea of buying the best 2-4 cooking knives you'll want/need and a set of steak knives that fits the bill.
     

    F350-6

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    Get a smaller set with a chef’s knife, paring knife, bread knife, and utility knife with a few steak knives in the block.

    That's the problem I'm running into. Don't see many smaller sets that include steak knives. Give me a few basic ones plus the steak knives and I'll be happy I think.

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    Turned into buying a whole set of great knives, and then some fancy cutting boards so you don’t ruin the edge on your knives.

    Tell me more about good cutting boards and the difference between them and bad cutting boards?

    Lol. The real question is how much do you cook?

    Well, I do like to eat every day, but don't mind leftovers, so at least a few times a week. Plus if I'm going to buy something, might as well get a nice set in case I find someone who likes to cook for me.

    Don't buy a set. Invest in one good blade, and then add to the collection as money allows.

    I use my credit card for work and get 2% back on purchases in the form of gift cards. All the sets we've discussed so far are within my current gift card price range, so since it's basically free, I'm looking for a good set. I've been saving up for a while and it's time to start spending.
     

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    That's the problem I'm running into. Don't see many smaller sets that include steak knives. Give me a few basic ones plus the steak knives and I'll be happy I think.

    Tell me more about good cutting boards and the difference between them and bad cutting boards?
    Bed Bath & Beyond has a good selection of Wusthoff and Henckle knives with blocks, but Amazon has the same ones for less money. You can also mix & match what you want or need and not buy what you don't.

    As for cutting boards, I have found that good wooden ones are very friendly on the knife edges. Boos blocks work well, and I've had good luck with more economical wooden boards too.
     
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