Life Looking for a set of kitchn knives for my wife

Msmith · 07-18-2010, 10:57 PM

I brought a set of knives for her several Christmas seasons ago, around $80 from JC Penny. I am thinking to get her a new set. I can't afford a set like Cutco's (around $1000) but $200-$300 is the price range. Any recommendation?

Priest31kc · 07-18-2010, 10:58 PM

Antifreeze.

Jk. I have no idea bro.

KCrockaholic · 07-18-2010, 11:01 PM

Whew. At first I thought this was a suicide thread.

Dante84 · 07-18-2010, 11:01 PM

DONT DO IT / oj

**Gonzo** · 07-18-2010, 11:03 PM

I love my Onyx knives, they were a gift so I don't know price range. Mahogany handle, smoked steel blade. Sharp as hell man.
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**Bugeater** · 07-18-2010, 11:04 PM

07-18-2010, 11:18 PM

If you're only spending $200-300 just buy her an incredible chef's knife along with a couple utility knives. If you keep spending mediocre money you'll keep getting mediocre performance. I'd rather have 2 or 3 incredible knives than an entire set of moderate cutlery - and I do.

http://www.williams-sonoma.com/produ...utility-knives
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/produ...utility-knives
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/produ...key=ccutchfchf

I don't have all the above but I have a couple and the others are on my wish-list.

greg63 · 07-19-2010, 12:09 AM

I'd be afraid to give my wife a set of sharp kitchen knives.

CoMoChief · 07-19-2010, 12:40 AM

Ginsu's are ok knives from what I've dealt with, considering your price range.

Saccopoo · 07-19-2010, 12:42 AM

I've got a couple of Shun, which have gained a lot of popularity of late.

The defacto German steel is from Wustof and Henckel, and that competes against the Japanese steel of Global, KAI and Hattori (among others). Then you have the ceramic knives from Kyocera. All are excellent quality and will be generational items if treated correctly. You can find them on sell at your higher end kitchen supply stores all the time.

If you buy the Cutco shit, you are a ****ing noob and your wife should stab you in the heart with one because you failed her as a husband.

If you want a really good set of knives and don't want to pay out the ass, I'd recommend the KAI Pure Komachi 2 block set. It's cool in terms of the color and look, and it's pretty darn good steel. As well, they have all the right knives in the block set. (IMO, it's the best block knife set available in terms of knife blade variety.) It's got some funky colors that might not be up your alley, but the variety is outstanding. (Try getting a good tomato knife in any other block set.) And it usually sells for less than $100 for the set.

http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/st...ml?s=KSABS0900

Saccopoo · 07-19-2010, 12:55 AM

Just as an FYI, the Jap stuff tends to be lighter in weight, while the German steel is more hefty.

Another quality alternative is the RH Forschner Victorinox line which is also exceptional. It receives raves from most of the top level evaluators and is priced right.

http://www.onlyknives.com/victorinox...-steel-shears/

Demonpenz · 07-19-2010, 03:04 AM

buy some hot cakes from mcdonalds. thats where I get mine from

AndChiefs · 07-19-2010, 04:25 AM

angelo · 07-19-2010, 06:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saccopoo

Just as an FYI, the Jap stuff tends to be lighter in weight, while the German steel is more hefty.

Another quality alternative is the RH Forschner Victorinox line which is also exceptional. It receives raves from most of the top level evaluators and is priced right.

http://www.onlyknives.com/victorinox...-steel-shears/

I would second the Forschner Victorinox. They are a great knife for the money.
I have several of there knives.
I would also recommend Wustof Classic line.
I have a set for home use.

I also have a set of Global which are fantastic but can get expensive.

Ang

Al Bundy · 07-19-2010, 07:05 AM

http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=580&f=13991

I have this set, kind of expensive, but I also know I will never be buying any cutlery again.

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Phobia Guest Casino cash: $	If you're only spending $200-300 just buy her an incredible chef's knife along with a couple utility knives. If you keep spending mediocre money you'll keep getting mediocre performance. I'd rather have 2 or 3 incredible knives than an entire set of moderate cutlery - and I do. http://www.williams-sonoma.com/produ...utility-knives http://www.williams-sonoma.com/produ...utility-knives http://www.williams-sonoma.com/produ...key=ccutchfchf I don't have all the above but I have a couple and the others are on my wish-list.
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Saccopoo Kindness in words... Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Zion Casino cash: $10025483	I've got a couple of Shun, which have gained a lot of popularity of late. The defacto German steel is from Wustof and Henckel, and that competes against the Japanese steel of Global, KAI and Hattori (among others). Then you have the ceramic knives from Kyocera. All are excellent quality and will be generational items if treated correctly. You can find them on sell at your higher end kitchen supply stores all the time. If you buy the Cutco shit, you are a ****ing noob and your wife should stab you in the heart with one because you failed her as a husband. If you want a really good set of knives and don't want to pay out the ass, I'd recommend the KAI Pure Komachi 2 block set. It's cool in terms of the color and look, and it's pretty darn good steel. As well, they have all the right knives in the block set. (IMO, it's the best block knife set available in terms of knife blade variety.) It's got some funky colors that might not be up your alley, but the variety is outstanding. (Try getting a good tomato knife in any other block set.) And it usually sells for less than $100 for the set. http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/st...ml?s=KSABS0900
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Saccopoo Kindness in words... Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Zion Casino cash: $10025483	Just as an FYI, the Jap stuff tends to be lighter in weight, while the German steel is more hefty. Another quality alternative is the RH Forschner Victorinox line which is also exceptional. It receives raves from most of the top level evaluators and is priced right. http://www.onlyknives.com/victorinox...-steel-shears/
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Al Bundy Damnit Peg Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $5331831	http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=580&f=13991 I have this set, kind of expensive, but I also know I will never be buying any cutlery again.
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