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Mac Professional 9.7 in. (245mm) Mighty Chef Knife
The Mac Professional 9.7 in. (245mm) Mighty Chef Knife is modeled after a traditional French chef's knife; the tip is vertically positioned at the center of the blade. This is a highly functional shape that creates a very smooth rocking motion while maximizing the amount of contact the knife makes with the cutting board. This blade shape helps the user work quickly, maximizing efficiency, something especially important for professional cooks or anyone processing large amounts of food. This is a workhorse that can be relied upon as your primary knife. This particular model is Meghan's favorite chef knife. The 240mm length is long enough to suitably cut even the largest produce without becoming unwieldy. Although honing is not necessary with this blade, MAC knives can be easily maintained with a steel honing rod which will significantly extend time between sharpenings. We highly recommend this knife and are very confident that you will find it to be a great addition to any collection. Learn More$234.95 -
Shun Kanso 8-inch Chef's Knife
Kanso takes its name from the Japanese design principle of simplicity, and the 8-inch chef’s knife is the series’ all-purpose blade. Shun shapes it for push cuts through vegetables, and the blade can also be rocked gently through fresh herbs.Kanso blades are made from a single steel, AUS10A, a high-carbon stainless refined with vanadium for a fine grain and a keen, durable edge. Shun notes that this mono-construction is easier to maintain than a layered blade. The rustic Heritage finish hides the scratches of daily use, and the contoured Tagayasan handle, a dense, dark wood, gives a secure grip. For a cook buying a first Japanese knife, it delivers Shun’s edge and craftsmanship in a plain, practical form, and it also suits professionals who want a hard-working blade.
Kanso AlternativesFor a flatter profile, see the 7-inch Hollow Ground Santoku. The Kanso 3-Piece Starter Set includes this knife. Learn More$144.95 -
Wüsthof Classic 8-inch Half Bolster Chef's Knife
Wüsthof’s Classic 8-inch Half Bolster chef’s knife, also called the demi-bolster, has the familiar Classic handle and blade with one change. The bolster stops short of the heel, so the edge runs all the way back to the handle.That matters in two ways. The heel of the blade touches the board, so it can do heavy work such as splitting a hard squash. It is also simpler to maintain. A full bolster eventually has to be ground down as the blade wears with sharpening, and this knife never needs that.The knife is a little lighter than the standard Classic 8-inch, with the same 1.9-inch width and triple-riveted handle. It suits customers who like the shape of the Classic 8-inch chef’s knife and sharpen their own knives. The Classic Ikon 8-inch offers the same sharpening advantage on a contoured handle. Our kitchen knife shapes guide explains how bolster styles differ. Learn More$169.95
