Quality Kitchen Knives?

Question

I'm looking for a set of kitchen knives to replace the cheap ones I currently use. I've never bought a set of knives and I'm not sure what to look for or any brands that are good/bad. I don't have a huge budget but I would still like some knives that will last for a while, any help is appreciated.

Answer 1

I use Henckels, they cost a bit but you will have them for life

they make great scissors too

Answer 2

I am a former chef and have over 40 in my toolbox, I was a chef in 4 country's for 20+ years and I would recommend a set, Henkels, Victorinox, Wurstof or Global, but in a pinch the US Gerber ones are very nice.

Buy what you need and then add to your collection, a piece at a time, like pots and pans, alot depends on your needs and what your using them for, most sets give you a good selection go with that for the early purchase.

Answer 3

visit your department stores Sears Penney's

but look at some to get an idea of what to expect..

http://www.merloscutlery.com/

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/default....

http://www.kitchencollection.com/index.c...

http://www.thekitchenstore.com/

remember the higher quality cutlery stay sharp longer ..

Answer 4

If they are cheap they are c**p.! Don't go penny pinching on Knives..A good set of Knives will last you many many years.Call a well respected restaurant ask to talk to the head chef. Ask his opinion.He would be flattered

Answer 5

Henkles are great but pricey. They will be knives that you hand down. Rachel Ray has a nice little set of knives though that are reasonably priced and have a nice grip and weighted handle. You could buy a set for what you'd pay for one premium knife.

You can get them at JC Penny's or other nice department stores.