Wusthof is a renowned German knife brand producing high-quality knives for over 200 years. Their knives are known for their sharpness, durability, and precision, but some characteristic differences exist between their various knife lines. Wusthof has a significant lineup of knife series, totaling 12, but the four main series are the Classic, Ikon, Epicure, and …
Comparison
When knife people talk about knives, you will often hear knife and blade used interchangeably, but is there a difference between a knife and a blade? This may be a matter of semantics for some, but it is an exciting investigation nonetheless! The difference between a blade and a knife is that a blade can …
Are serrated knives the best option? Serrated steak knives are generally made from a relatively thin, slightly flexible, stainless knife steel with a saw tooth (scalloped) edge on one side of the cutting edge. This design helps them to be still able to cut meat products even when the edge becomes a bit dull. The …
Plenty of options are available when choosing the perfect knife for your daily needs. However, two brands that have stood the test of time and gained immense popularity are Opinel and Victorinox. How do these knife brands compare against each other? Opinel and Victorinox are producers of pocket and kitchen knives and make an excellent …
Experienced knife users say that a sharp knife is safer than one with a dull edge, which may sound counterintuitive initially, but there is merit to this statement. What are the reasons people hold this view, and are these valid? Dull knives are more dangerous than sharp knives because of the additional pressure or force …
There are two main knife design types concerning the handle end of the knife; full and partial tangs. There are both negative and positive aspects to both tang designs. We will discuss these characteristics so you can make an informed choice about which is best for the types of knives you use. Full tang knives …