Calphalon Katana 5-Inch Nakiri Knife Review

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(More customer reviews)I found this knife while browsing on the Amazon site. I have yet to see any reference to a 5" Katana nakiri knife on the Calphalon site. This is maybe my sixth Katana knife, and I really love each of them. I have not had any of the rusting problems mentioned in several reviews. The knives out of the box are the sharpest I have seen. I really like the balance and the wide tapered bolster, which helps remind the user to grip these knives properly. I generally clean my knives fairly shortly after use, but it seems that is the best way to care for good cookware and cutlery. The size and balance of this smaller nakiri is excellent, and it is a great vegetable mini-cleaver. The nakiri lends itself to a slightly forward stroke when slicing and chopping, and it works fine. The price is way out of line on the low side compared with other Katana knives. I have been buying and using them on a piecemeal basis, and I really like each knife I have bought with the exception of the serrated slicing knife. For some reason, it seemed to shred delicate items rather than saw cleanly. I returned it. The first one I got was the 6" chef's knife, and it has been one of the best short chef knives I have ever used. It has maintained its very sharp edge for well over a year, and, again, not a hint of rust problems. Other than the serrated knife, I would recommend any of those I have bought and used, including the 8" chef knife, the 3.5" paring knife, the 9" bread knife, and the 5.5 inch honesuki.

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Calphalon Katana Cutlery 5" Nakiri

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J.A. Henckels Twin Cuisine 2-Piece Asian Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Don't get me wrong, I LOVE Henckles.I think they are the best knives on the planet.However I feel like I got ripped of with this set in particular.

The picture shows what I believed was a kudamono parer.So I was very suprised when it arrived to find a typical 4 inch parer which was exactly the same as the one I received in another set I bought. But when you read the description, it IS listed as a 4 inch parer, which is what I got.I suppose I should have paid closer attention to the details, but the picture showed what I wanted and I thought the description was just describing what was pictured.

I just wanted to write this review so no one makes the same mistake I made.The knives themselves are the best I've ever had.

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Twin Cuisine is the latest addition to the J.A. Henckels family of fine cutlery.The knives in this set are one-piece precision forged, with excellent cutting-edge retention, corrosion resistance, and an exclusive ergonomic handle design.The 5-inch hollow-edge santoku in this set is an Asian-style chef's knife with a razor-sharp edge perfect for slicing meat and fish and chopping vegetables.The hollow edge allows air between the blade and the item that you are slicing, which keeps slices from sticking to the blade.The set also includes a 4-inch parer that is perfect for paring, peeling, and slicing small fruits and vegetable.

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J.A. Henckels International Eversharp Pro 2-Piece Santoku Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I had been looking for an affordable, serrated santoku knife for a long time, but I was too chicken to just go out and buy one and be disappointed, so I read reviews.Billions of reviews!I finally settled on these J.A. Henckels Eversharp knives.They came in a 2-pack, and I found them at Bed Bath & Beyond (love that store!).I couldn't be happier with them!!I've had them for about 2 years now, and they are still as sharp as the day I got them.I use them often.They are comfortable to use, and they are awesome for slicing tomatoes and other thin-skinned fruits & veggies, as well as meat.They've gone into the dishwasher many, many times (top rack), and I haven't seen them rust at all!I would buy these again in a second!

Also, if you get them at Bed Bath & Beyond, be sure to use a $5 off $15 coupon, and that'll knock your cost down to only $15 for both knives!!

High-quality knives at a stellar price!Thank you J.A. Henckels!!

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The 2 Pc Hollow Edge Santoku Set from the Eversharp Pro series features a 7" and 5" hollow edge santoku. The hollow edges have special indentations to ensure food slides easily away and ensures extra thin slicing. Each knife is constructed of stamped, stainless steel blades which are durable and rust resistant. All Eversharp Pro knife blades have micro-serrated edges that literally never need to be sharpened. Contoured black handles are bonded to the fully visible tang by three stainless rivets for a traditional look and balanced feel.

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J.A. Henckels Twin Cuisine 3-Piece Knife Set with Bonus Sharpening Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had these knives 3 months now and use it daily as I cook a lot at home. They are very sharp and quite heavy though well balanced. Someone with a smaller hand or less beefy arms might find them a tad too big and heavy and might want to look at Global knives. However, these have been great for me and the missus making light work of cutting roast, vegetable etc. A sharp set of knives is a must and these will last a lifetime.

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Twin Cuisine is the latest addition to the J.A. Henckels family of fine cutlery.All of the knives in this three-piece set are one-piece precision forged, with excellent cutting retention, corrosion resistance, and an exclusive ergonomic handle design.This set includes the following: 4-inch parer/utility, 6-inch utility/sandwich, 8-inch chef's, and bonus 9-inch steel. This is the perfect starter set with three of our most popular knives, plus we are including the bonus steel.

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Global G48338 3-Piece Hollow Ground Santoku Knife Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I did a lot of research before purchasing my first knife set. I'm a recent college grad and want to start collecting some quality kitchen equipment to last me a lifetime (hopefully). My initial tip on these kinves was from the book "Kitchen Confidential" by Anthony Bourdain - a great read if you are interested in exploring cooking and the restaurant world or "culinary underbelly" as I believe he calls it. Bourdain recommends Global knives in the book.

These knives are the sharpest I have ever used. They are also very light and a delight to hold - great craftsmanship. My mother kept a set of heavy German knives that were dull as rocks (I don't think she ever sharpened them, well maybe once a decade) and it was always frightful to use them growing up as I felt I'd cut my finger clear off trying to get a raw potato sliced (I loved making the mashed potatoes).

The three piece set gives you a lot of versatility. I've even *gasp* used these as an impromptu cardboard box cutter. One cool thing about this set is it includes a Santoku as the main chef's knife. According to Wikipedia, the "'granton edge' release pattern (scalloped) on the blades that not only adds style, but helps to release thin slices and sticky food after slicing." Cool.

Looking into sharpening options - suggestions welcome.

Thank you Amazon for the very timely delivery (it currently looks like they are on backorder or something, though).

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Be prepared for most any prep task in the kitchen with a uniquely designed 3-piece knife set that includes a 7-inch hollow ground santoku, a 5-1/4-inch utility knife, and a 3-1/2-inch paring knife. Global knives are distinct in design and therefore function. Forged in Japan from CROMOVA 18 stainless steel, Global knives have a smooth contour and seamless construction. The lightweight knives reduce hand fatigue associated with repeated chopping and mincing, and handles are dimpled to provide a non-slip grip. Global uses a hollow handle filled with sand to create balance. Their thin and razor sharp blades allow cooks to cleanly slice through foods, preserving the integrity of the ingredient and maximizing its flavor. Blended from 18 percent chromium for good stain resistance, plus molybdenum and vanadium for excellent edge retention, Global knives are designed for long-term use. They are face-ground with a long taper, so edges remain sharp longer. As with all fine cutlery, hand washing is best for care.
What's in the Box? A 7-inch hollow ground santoku, a 5-1/4-inch utility knife, and a 3-1/2-inch paring knife.

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