Buying genuine Japanese kitchen knives represents a significant investment when it comes to these kitchen tools. The knives do not always come with detailed instructions on how to take care of them, and obviously, you would want to take the best care possible of these expensive knives. We have put together a guide to help …
Most knife owners know that there is no point in a knife that is not sharp. The challenge, however, comes in keeping the knife sharp. A knife that loses sharpness and does not hold the sharp edge can be a frustrating thing when you reach for the knife and find the edge unsatisfactory. Why do …
The Japanese are famous for making quality knives and a different knife for each cutting duty in the kitchen. Their attention to detail and function has made these styles of knives popular among western chefs and in many other kitchens around the world. Well-made Japanese knives fetch a high price in the west, but are …
Having many knives in the kitchen is a good thing since it is wise to use a knife for the purpose for which it was built. However, having a bunch of sharp knives around poses a danger unless they are stored safely and correctly. One way that many people store their knives is on a …
Probably one of the most common accidents with a knife is dropping the knife. This can result in different types of damage to the knife, many of which can be minor and inconsequential. However, it can happen that the knife falls and hits the ground tip first that the tip becomes bent. Is this damage …
When you buy a brand new knife, and you get it home and take it out of the packaging, the first thing that is normally checked is the sharpness of the knife. A knife needs to have a good edge to be functional and to allow it to function for its intended use. But are …