Archive: April 2014
Like all of Shun’s products, this is a beautiful honing steel, and is especially useful if you’re sharpening Shun knives thanks to the angle guide on the handle (Shun knives take a 16-degree angle for sharpening, not a 20-degree angle like most others).
Like Wusthof, J.A. Henckels is a high-quality German knife maker. The knives in Henckels’ International Fine Edge Pro line are very affordable and, in my opinion, perform above their price range.This bread knife more than gets the job done. It’s solidly constructed, plenty sharp (no mashing the bread, even if it’s freshly baked), and is quite […]
Global knives don’t just look high-tech, they have established themselves are some of the best on the market.These Japanese knives are known for their remarkably balanced, dimpled handles, and razor-sharp blades that are specially ground to hold their edges for long periods of time.Like all of Global’s knives, this bread knife is one of the […]
Wusthof deserves its reputation as one of the finest knife makers in the business.Their blades are razor sharp and hold their edges well, their knives are well balanced and the handles comfortable, and their understated, minimalist style has become iconic.I’ve put my Wusthof bread knife through its paces and it has done great. It’s sturdy, […]
The Kai Wasabi knives are Shun’s more affordable line, and they really deliver great value.Don’t let its “bigger brothers” fool you–this bread knife is no slouch. Its Shun-sharp blade is thin and lightly serrated, so it won’t tear the bread and cutting board to pieces, and it’s well balanced and comfortable to use.
The Shun Classic’s amazingly sharp blade is famous for both edge retention and ease of sharpening. Furthermore, the blade’s wood grain pattern not only enhances the knife’s beauty, it also adds durability and stain resistance, and reduced friction when cutting.This is just a stellar bread knife. It features lighter serrations than other bread knives and relies […]
Born of the ancient samurai-sword-making tradition and hand-finished for precision and beauty, Shun is the creme de la creme of cutlery. Every aspect, from the shape of the Edo’s blade to the way the handle fits snugly into your hand, has been designed for maximum comfort and control. Razor-sharp, mirror-polished blades allow the weight of the knife […]
