Wüsthof Classic 2-Piece Carving Set

Holiday turkeys and Sunday roasts call for the Wüsthof Classic 2-piece carving set, which pairs an 8-inch carving knife with a 6-inch straight meat fork.

A carving knife is long and narrow, which keeps drag low as it moves through a roast and lets you cut even slices in long, smooth strokes. The fork holds the meat steady and keeps your hand away from the edge. Its straight tines go in and come out cleanly, and they lift slices onto the platter.

This set has a plain carving edge. The Classic 2-piece hollow edge carving set adds a row of hollows along the blade, which helps release thin slices of ham or turkey. For a longer knife on large roasts, see the Classic 9-inch hollow edge carving knife. For very thin slices of salmon or brisket, try the Classic Super Slicer.

Rest a roast before you carve it so the juices settle, and slice across the grain for tender pieces. Our knife shapes guide covers carving knives alongside slicers and chef’s knives.