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Best Kitchen Knives50

1. Massdrop x Apogee Slice & Dice Bundle

#1 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"20 years from dish washer to sous chef. The Nakiri is one of the best balanced Nakiri knives I have ever used, I would have loved Santoku instead of the chef knife,..."  Read More

2. Massdrop x Apogee Vital 8-Inch Chef's Knife

#2 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Disclaimer: I am not a metallurgist, professional chef, or knife enthusiast. My knife came straight and pretty sharp out of the box. I did not scour the surface..."  Read More

3. Fujiwara Kanefusa FKM Series Kitchen Knives

#3 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Great high end starter knives. Before joining this drop, I ventured onto many chefs forums and found that the FKM series is highly recommended b/c you can beat them up..."  Read More

4. Massdrop x Apogee Takumi AUS-10 Kiritsuke Knife

#4 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

For our second collaboration with Apogee, we upped the ante. The Takumi AUS-10 Kiritsuke knife draws inspiration from traditional Japanese cutlery—though it’s anything...  Read More

5. Dragon by Yaxell Japanese Kitchen Knives (Set of 3)

#5 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Made in Japan’s cutlery capital, Seki City, these FDA-approved kitchen knives offer a professional edge for virtually any kitchen task. They’re made from...  Read More

6. Masazumi Hammered Steel Kitchen Knives

#6 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Best multi purpose kitchen knife I’ve yet owned and the 8 inch big brother is of the same calibre. Has now had 2 years daily use and sharpened using spyderco triangle..."  Read More

7. Apogee Culinary Dragon BD1N Kitchen Knives (Pick 2)

#7 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"The santoku is an incredibly versatile knife. The pairing knife has a nice fat belly and a nice nook for your finger to sit while pairing. The steel on these knives is..."  Read More

8. Kanemoto VG-10 Damascus Santoku Knife

#8 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"I bought it for my wife, she loves it. She doesn't come after me with the kitchen shears anymore, instead she uses this beautiful, Asian blade carving knife. If she..."  Read More

9. Massdrop x Apogee Takumi Nakiri 7" Vegetable Knife

#9 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Our latest collaboration with Apogee is the nakiri: a 7-inch vegetable-cutting extraordinaire designed to complement the other knives in the Takumi series. Crafted...  Read More

10. Massdrop x Apogee Vital Super Slicer Kitchen Knife

#10 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"I like this knife. Great construction and the handle feels like a cool Destiny 2 sword. Highly effective at slicing bread!"  Read More

11. Kanetsugu Saiun VG-10 Damascus Kitchen Knives

#11 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"I purchased the 200mm Gyuto (~7.5" chef knife) for around a year now daily without sharpening, it still cuts well but is starting to need it. My more sensible and..."  Read More

12. Toaks Titanium Folding Spork (3-pack)

#12 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Convenient. Nice addition to my cooking kit"  Read More

13. Apogee Culinary Dragon Fusion Kitchen Knife w/BD1N

#13 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Designed by Apogee Culinary and handcrafted by Yaxell in Seki City—known as the knife capital of Japan—the Dragon Fusion Knife is designed to chop large quantities of...  Read More

14. RH Preyda Sharpening Kit – Drop Exclusive

#14 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Terrific value! I'm new to hand sharpening blades, and these stones make it really intuitive to feel the blade's angles and inconsistencies. Very pleased with the kit."  Read More

15. SharpEdge ZDP-189 Bunka Kitchen Knife

#15 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"It's quite heavy and substantial. Materials and finishes are nice. Package is outstanding. I would expect it to be sharper out of box. It comes nowhere close to..."  Read More

16. Dragon FIRE by Yaxell BD1N Kitchen Knives

#16 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Chop vegetables, mince herbs, trim poultry, or slice through a side of beef all with the same tool with these handy blades. Inspired by a French design, they feature a...  Read More

17. Tuo Cutlery Ring D 8.5" Kiritsuke Chef's Knife

#17 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Excellent knife for the value! At first I was sceptical with the kiritsuke chef's knife but when I received it I was blown away with the quality and feel of the knife...."  Read More

18. Kanetsugu Pro-S Kitchen Knives

#18 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"I love this knife, such a beauty and extremely light. I use it for craving meat table side and always get a great reaction from my guests."  Read More

19. SharpEdge SG2 Bunka Matte 6.5" Chef's Knife

#19 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"A great knife if you know what it's for. I've been using this knife for over six months and have been loving it. This is a fairly delicate knife that is not a..."  Read More

20. Ken Onion Stratus Culinary Knives: Rain Collection

#20 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Designed by legendary knifemaker Ken Onion, the Rain collection comprises 11 American-made kitchen knives, each one excelling at different tasks. Made from high-carbon...  Read More

21. SharpEdge ZDP-189 Petty Knife Black

#21 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Outstanding! Very pleased with this knife. Came scary sharp right outta the box. Push cuts through phone book paper with zero effort. Beautiful hamon on it as well...."  Read More

22. SharpEdge Bunka Black Damascus Knife

#22 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"A truly extraordinary knife. I have a smaller knive in this style, and Enso HD from Yaxell, also made from VG10, which is one of my favorite knives, it is only 5.5"...."  Read More

23. Tuo Cutlery Ring-H Damascus Culinary Knives

#23 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"I have not yet used the knife very much. I've only done some light chopping and cutting. One of the things i was curious about was the way it cleaned up. How easy was..."  Read More

24. Kyocera Kyotop Series Ceramic Knives

#24 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Ceramic blades are becoming more and more popular in kitchens around the world for their high hardness, rust resistance, and ability to hold an edge. The folks over at...  Read More

25. Tuo Cutlery: Fiery Phoenix Culinary Knives

#25 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Tuo Cutlery believes that a knife should be more than just a cutting tool, but something that will stay with you for life. Based on that idea, they’re making some...  Read More

26. Shiki VG-10 Damascus Kitchen Knives

#26 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Made in Japan’s cutlery capital, Seki City, Shiki Kitchen knives are made from 35-layer Damascus steel with a VG-10 core. Heat-treated to a Rockwell hardness of 60 to...  Read More

27. Togiharu VG-10 Damascus Kitchen Knives

#27 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Using the right tools in the kitchen is critical for safety and efficiency. That’s why every Togiharu kitchen knife is cut with a sharp 50/50 grind, suitable for both...  Read More

28. SharpEdge Kuro-Uchi Utility Knife

#28 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Whether you use it as your main knife or as an edge for smaller jobs, the SharpEdge Kuro-Ichi can handle a variety of tasks—from slicing poultry and chopping...  Read More

29. Victorinox 8-inch Chef's Knife

#29 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

A great all-around kitchen blade, this 8-inch chef’s knife is equally suited for crushing garlic and chopping herbs as it is for ripping through a rack of ribs. Its...  Read More

30. Tuo Cutlery Yanagiba 8.25" Japanese Sashimi Knife

#30 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Just about as good as it gets."  Read More

31. Messermeister Adventure Chef's Knife Collection

#31 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Take your kitchen prowess anywhere you go with the Messermeister Adventure Chef’s Knife Collection. Created by chef Adam Glick and the skilled artisans at...  Read More

32. Kagayaki R-2 Nickel Damascus Kitchen Knives

#32 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Made in Seki City, Japan, these Kagayaki damascus kitchen knives are constructed from a traditional hammer forging process. Heat treated to a Rockwell hardness of 63,...  Read More

33. Spyderco Kitchen Knife Set

#33 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Known for its expansive collection of tactical, bushcraft, and everyday knives, Spyderco has established itself as one of the most recognized brands in cutlery. This...  Read More

34. TUO Cutlery 8-Piece Peacock Culinary Knife Set

#34 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

TUO Cutlery believes that a knife shouldn’t be just a cutting tool, but something that will stay with you for life. With that in mind, the company makes some seriously...  Read More

35. Boker Kwaiken G-10 Steak Knife Set

#35 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Fans of Lucas Burnley’s Kwaiken flipper will instantly recognize the Kwaiken G-10 steak knife. It’s got everything the original Kwaiken does, sans the liner lock and...  Read More

36. Victorinox Swiss Classic 7-Piece Kitchen Knife Set

#36 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

From the makers of the original Swiss Army Knife comes this six-piece set of classic kitchen knives. Made from high-carbon stainless steel, they take a good edge and...  Read More

37. Spyderco VG-10 Cook's Culinary Knife

#37 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

If there was ever a kitchen knife that could do it all, this one from Spyderco would be in the running. Measuring 10.25 inches overall, with a 5.75-inch blade, it’s...  Read More

38. SharpEdge Leather Knife Roll (10 Knives)

#38 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Ideal for knives, but great for pens, tools, supplies, and anything else you can fit inside, the SharpEdge Leather Knife Roll is a handsome and durable way to...  Read More

39. Victorinox BBQ Knife Set

#39 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

From the makers of the original Swiss Army Knife comes this seven-piece set of Victorinox barbecue knives. Made with slip-resistant Fibrox handles, they provide a...  Read More

40. Kanemoto VG-10 Clad Santoku Knife

#40 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

"Excellent, I was familiar with the VG10 steel so had expectations. This has quickly become my favourite kitchen knife. I have yet to sharpen it, but I don't expect..."  Read More

41. SharpEdge Etsu Village Damascus 6.7" Santoku Knife

#41 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Santoku knives are sought after for their vegetable-cutting ability and control for cutting meat and fish. A vital part of Japanese culture for centuries, they make a...  Read More

42. Kanetsune Yanagi ba (Sashimi) Damascus Knife

#42 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Traditionally used to prepare sashimi and nigiri, the Yanagi ba is a traditional Japanese blade that’s been used for centuries. This one from Kanetsune features a...  Read More

43. SharpEdge Burja Prosciutto Knife

#43 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Burja is a Slovenian word for the cold, dry gusts of wind that hammer Italy from the Northeast. These winds provide the perfect climate for ageing prosciutto, the dry,...  Read More

44. California Custom Utility Paring Knife

#44 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Featuring CPM 154 blade steel, this utility paring knife is handcrafted in Los Osos, California by culinary knife enthusiast Don Carlos Andrade. With machine-satin...  Read More

45. Messermeister Kitchen Knives: San Moritz Elité Sets

#45 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Messermeister’s line of San Moritz Elité knives is contemporary in both looks and performance. Featuring a rivetless handle that’s shaped for a natural grip in the...  Read More

46. TOG Knives Culinary Knife Collection

#46 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

TOG Knives sets out to create cutlery that draws from tradition as much as it does modern materials. The Culinary knife collection features blades made in Seki City,...  Read More

47. Al Mar Kitchen Knives: Chef Series

#47 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Headquartered in Oregon since 1979, Al Mar Knives takes inspiration from its late founder, blackbelt Al Mar, and has since gained a reputation for quality cutlery and...  Read More

48. Apogee Culinary Recurve Steak Knives (Set of 4)

#48 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Made from German 420HC stainless steel, this set of four steak knives is the perfect complement to any nice cut of meat. The 4.5-inch blade features a recurved...  Read More

49. Suisin Inox Western Kitchen Knives

#49 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

Maintaining a sharp edge on your kitchen knives is extremely important for safety and performance. These knives from Suisin Inox offer an introduction to manual...  Read More

50. Agilite Steak Knives (Set of 4)

#50 in Best Kitchen Knives of 50 products

A good steak knife is essential for a nice cut of meat. Designed with a fine, varied serration, these Agilite knives from Ontario Knife Company effortlessly slice...  Read More