Buying new kitchen knives.

Capt Lightning

Capt Lightning

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My set of kitchen knives which I've had for years, have worn out. I'm 'gobsmacked' at the cost of decent knives, but I found that Zwilling have a sale on, so I've ordered a set similar to to my old ones. I like a decent kitchen knife, even if it doesn't improve my cooking.
 

I've had my Hinkle set for over 25 years & it's still going strong. Hubby sharpens them regularly. I've added a few pieces over the years & really like them. Zwilling is another good brand.
 
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My set of kitchen knives which I've had for years, have worn out. I'm 'gobsmacked' at the cost of decent knives, but I found that Zwilling have a sale on, so I've ordered a set similar to to my old ones. I like a decent kitchen knife, even if it doesn't improve my cooking.
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Treat them well and they will work well for you!
 

Have you had them sharpened? My main knife needs periodic sharpening and then it is a good as new. If they are good steel, you should be able to sharpen them again. I use a table top sharpener.
 
I can't afford very expensive knives but the knives I have are ok for me, and I use a table top sharpener for them and replace carving knives as soon as they start to get worn
 
The Hoffritz knives that were gifted to us when got married (40+ years ago!) are still going strong.
I like Zwilling a lot too.
 
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We have a set of Wusthof Dreizick (made in Germany) knives that we bought at least 30 years ago....and are still in great shape. It includes a "sharpening rod" which easily restores the edge with a few strokes.
 
I must have had my current knife set of Henckles 4 star for 20+ years and do sharpen them regularly, but they don't seem to be staying sharp for long. Nearly all of my cutlery and cookware is German - Henckles, WMF and Fissler. My pocket doesn't quite stretch to WÜSTHOF.
 
Ditto you can’t beat a good set of kitchen knives. They are worth the investment.

Husband did most of the cooking because he was such a picky eater. Around ten years ago he finally decided to buy a decent set of knives. They were eye-popping expensive but they are still going strong.

Serrat steak knives is something else that money should be spent on good quality knives.
 
Got my new set of J&A Henckles 'Zwilling' knives and they are almost frighteningly sharp. Unfortunately they haven't improved my cookery skills as I overcooked the duck cassoulet yesterday evening.
 

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