Rebecca in TN Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I have seen the TV chefs use a large knife, which I assume is a chef's knife, for all kinds of slicing and chopping. I would like to have one of these that is not too expensive. Any recommendations? Thanks for your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I have a Henckel's 4 Star that I've had for 14 years...I wouldn't trade it for anything! BUUUUUT, it wasn't cheap, even then. So I checked Cook's Illustrated reviews for you (I had remembered they had reviewed "cheap" chef's knives a few issues back). Their highly recommended top pick of for a chef knife under $50 was the Forschner Victorinox Fibrox Chef's Knife for $22 (to read link you have to have an online subscription). The review is as follows: One tester summed it up: "Premium-quality knife at a bargain price." Knives costing four times as much would be hard pressed to match its performance. The blade is curved and sharp; the handle comfortable. Overall, "sturdy" and "well- balanced." Second place was Wüsthof Gourmet Cook's Knife for $49.95. To read all of the reviews with a subscription, here's the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca in TN Posted February 1, 2010 Author Share Posted February 1, 2010 Thanks for replying so quickly and for your research! I'll check these knives out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyBee Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 War Eagle! :001_smile: I have to say that I've had many chef's knives over the years, and I've come to the conclusion that a quality one, which will not be inexpensive, is worth the money. Also, keeping it sharp (as in, running it through a manual sharpener a few times before using and before putting it away after you've hand washed it) is critical. Having said that, I have a couple of Wustof Hollow Ground Santoku knives, and I ADORE them. Here's a link: http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/9283193/?cm_src=hero I have this set (which I asked for for Mother's Day a couple of years ago) and also a 5" one (Ikon, not Classic). These do go on sale occasionally. These knives are a joy. They also will take off your finger if you're not careful. :tongue_smilie: HTH! Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhM Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I have a Henckel's 4 Star that I've had for 14 years...I wouldn't trade it for anything! BUUUUUT, it wasn't cheap, even then. So I checked Cook's Illustrated reviews for you (I had remembered they had reviewed "cheap" chef's knives a few issues back). Their highly recommended top pick of for a chef knife under $50 was the Forschner Victorinox Fibrox Chef's Knife for $22 (to read link you have to have an online subscription). The review is as follows: One tester summed it up: "Premium-quality knife at a bargain price." Knives costing four times as much would be hard pressed to match its performance. The blade is curved and sharp; the handle comfortable. Overall, "sturdy" and "well- balanced." Second place was Wüsthof Gourmet Cook's Knife for $49.95. To read all of the reviews with a subscription, here's the link. Wow! Thanks for this info. I've been putting off even looking for a good quality knife because I "knew" it would run me $100+ I'm definitely going to take a look at this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca in TN Posted February 1, 2010 Author Share Posted February 1, 2010 Hi Holly! War Eagle back at you! :001_smile: I see you are from GA....that's my home state. I miss it. I appreciate your input on the chef's knife. I will look into this one as well. Thanks you for your recommendation. War Eagle! :001_smile: I have to say that I've had many chef's knives over the years, and I've come to the conclusion that a quality one, which will not be inexpensive, is worth the money. Also, keeping it sharp (as in, running it through a manual sharpener a few times before using and before putting it away after you've hand washed it) is critical. Having said that, I have a couple of Wustof Hollow Ground Santoku knives, and I ADORE them. Here's a link: http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/9283193/?cm_src=hero I have this set (which I asked for for Mother's Day a couple of years ago) and also a 5" one (Ikon, not Classic). These do go on sale occasionally. These knives are a joy. They also will take off your finger if you're not careful. :tongue_smilie: HTH! Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydusk Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I have the Forschner Santoku and would love to have their chef's knife! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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