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Gifting A Japanese Knife - Making the right choiceBest Gift
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Gifting A Japanese Knife - Making the right choice

Which Japanese knife makes the best gift? Whether it’s a special birthday or an anniversary gift, a fine Japanese kni...

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Double Bevel Knife Sharpening — How to Do it Right

Double Bevel Knife Sharpening Double bevel knives are incredibly versatile. They are one of the most commonly found k...

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Japanese Chef Knives - The Gyuto

When we talk about Japanese chef knives, the one you may be most familiar with is the Gyuto. Let’s dive into the o...

Damascus Steel Kitchen Knives - Chefs EdgeDamascus steel
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Damascus Steel Kitchen Knives

The use of Damascus Steel in kitchen knives can be somewhat of a polarising topic and poses several questions. Is ...

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Japanese Chef Knife Types

Whether you’re a home cook, amateur chef or a professional, we all need a good set of knives in the kitchen. For m...

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A Guide to Japanese Knives (2021)

A Guide to Japanese Knives In the culinary world, Japanese knives are highly praised. We're here to tell you that the...

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How to Make a Japanese Knife

How to Make a Japanese Knife Many people have a deep and entirely justifiable fascination with Japanese knives. Sharp...

Choosing The Right Chef Knife For You - Chefs Edgeblade materials
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Choosing The Right Chef Knife For You

Never heard of a Gyuto? No idea what SG2/R2 is? Double or Single Bevel? Don’t panic, we’ll explain what you need to k...