Best Chef Knives of 2023 Reviewed

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Long-lasting, light, and affordable, this Choice 8" chef knife is ideal for use in any high-volume commercial kitchen, as well as culinary schools and cafeterias. The professional-grade, no-stain, high carbon 420 stainless steel blade features hand-honed edges for maximum cutting performance. The sharp, unparalleled cuts allow you to work with a variety of foods with minimal effort. In addition, the ergonomic polypropylene handle with finger guard gives users exceptional comfort and a safe grip.

• Professional-grade, high carbon 420 stainless steel stamped blade
• Slices, chops, dices, and minces a large variety of ingredients
• Hand-honed edges provide a sharp edge for optimal cutting

#220kwsantku7

This versatile Choice 7" santoku knife is perfect for slicing, dicing, mincing, or chopping anything from fruits and vegetables to meats and poultry. The professional-grade, no-stain, high carbon 420 stainless steel blade features hand-honed edges for maximum cutting performance. Its granton edge features grooves that fill with fat and juices when slicing through meat. This allows for more contact between the food and the blade for fast, easy cutting. In addition, the ergonomic polypropylene handle with finger guard gives users exceptional comfort and a safe grip.

• All-purpose knife best suited for slicing, dicing, and mincing
• Professional-grade, high carbon 420 stainless steel stamped blade
• Ergonomic polypropylene handle provides comfort and a safe, non-slip grip

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Use this versatile Schraf™ 8" chef knife with TPRgrip handle to slice, chop, dice, and mince an extensive variety of ingredients. The knife's blade is expertly crafted out of X50 German stainless steel for superior durability and high rust and stain resistance. The exclusive TPRgrip handle design consists of a durable polypropylene base covered in a grooved, rubberized TPRgrip material for enhanced grip, comfort, and safety. TPRgrip provides a secure, non-slip grip even when wet, and some shock absorption to reduce user fatigue.

• Crafted with X50 German stainless steel for superior durability and rust resistance
• Ergonomic Schraf™ TPRgrip handle provides an enhanced non-slip grip for comfort and safety
• Pointed tip is useful for delicate and detailed cutting

#470m20608

The Mercer M20608 Genesis® 8" forged chef knife's high carbon, traditional German no-stain steel blade features hand-polished edges that are taper ground for superior stability, easy-honing, and long-lasting sharpness. Thanks to the forged design, this knife has a thicker, heavier blade that is stronger and better balanced than traditional stamped knives. It also features a Santoprene handle that offers a safe and comfortable non-slip grip for all day use.

• Thick bolster provides strength and adds durability
• German no-stain steel blade
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

#470m22610

Create sharp, precise cuts with this Mercer Culinary M22610 Millennia® 10" chef knife. This knife's high carbon, stain-free Japanese steel blade effortlessly cuts through a variety of foods in your commercial kitchen. Its wide form even makes it easy to chop, scoop, and transfer. Its handle features a unique blend of comfortable Santoprene and durable polypropylene for a long life and a no-slip grip.

• High carbon, stain-free Japanese steel stamped blade
• Ergonomic, slip-resistant handle with polypropylene for durability and Santoprene for comfort
• Textured finger points provide a secure grip

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This Dexter-Russell DuoGlide 8" all purpose chef knife features a unique, innovative design that positions your hand directly over the food, so you can work the knife in a rocking motion to chop fruits, vegetables, and other fresh ingredients with minimal effort. Designed for users with arthritis, its long blade provides greater control and efficiency, while remaining comfortable on the wrist. The high carbon, corrosion resistant Duo-Edge stainless steel blade has an individually ground and honed edge and is sealed to the handle for greater sanitation.

• Ultra-soft, easy-to-grip handle promotes comfortable, safe slicing
• Impenetrable grip-to-blade seal
• Individually ground and honed

#21029243

Ensure smooth, skillful slicing as you prep your ingredients with this Dexter-Russell 29243 V-Lo 8" chef knife. Featuring a Dex-Tex Armadillo textured handle, this knife provides a firm grip for safe cutting. The ergonomic design ensures the knife is easy to hold, and the curved finger guard reduces the risk of injuries. The high-carbon, stain-free blade is individually ground to ensure the edge stays sharp, and the wide blade makes it easy to lift and move ingredients.

• Dexter-Russell's Dex-Tex Armadillo textured handle ensures a firm grip
• Curved, protective finger guard to reduce accidental injuries
• Individually ground for a long-lasting, sharp edge

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The Victorinox 5.2003.25-X5 10" chef knife with Fibrox handle features a sharp, pointed blade that makes quick work of a variety of common kitchen tasks. The blade is crafted from high-carbon stainless steel to create smooth, accurate cuts while the pointed tip is great for cutting through tough skins and rinds. It features a durable, slip-resistant Fibrox handle with contours to ensure that the knife will fit comfortably in your hand as you tackle food preparation tasks.

• Wide blade helps lift and move ingredients and chopped foods
• Sharp, high-quality blade won't discolor or corrode
• Victorinox lasts up to 60% longer than typical knives

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This Wusthof 1040100120 Classic 8" forged cook's knife with POM handle features an all-purpose design to meet any chef's needs! Designed to chop, mince, slice, and dice, this knife features a full tang that is triple-riveted to the handle for maximum control. The POM handle provides a comfortable grip and resists fading and discoloration over time. The double-bolster design also provides excellent balance and heft (the half bolster allows the full length of the blade to be sharpened, while the heel bolster provides stability). For added convenience, Wusthof's Precision Edge Technology provides a 20% sharper blade with twice the edge retention, keeping knives sharp and minimizing time spent honing and sharpening.

• All-purpose kitchen knife can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing, and dicing
• Weight balance of knife makes it perfect for cutting thick veggies and meats
• Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention

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Use the Shun DM0720 Classic 8" hollow ground chef's knife to cut through a wide variety of foods with ease! The blade features a 16 degree, double-beveled edge and hollow ground indentations that work to reduce friction during cuts, making cutting easier than ever. The proprietary VG-MAX 68-layer Damascus steel blade is built to create smooth, accurate cuts, and is fine grained to get the most out of the steel. It also ensures the long-lasting blade will stay sharp in any kitchen. It's resistant to corrosion and wear as well. The Pakkawood handle provides a comfortable grip, and features a durable construction so that it won't crack or separate from the blade.

• Each knife is sharpened to a 16 degree cutting edge for top performance and enhanced food release
• Constructed using high-end VG-Max A stainless steel for superior edge retention
• Crafted with a composite tang that makes handles lightweight and incredibly well-balanced