I also gave the edges a real retention test with highly abrasive cardboard. This material dulls a knife blade faster than just about anything else, allowing us to quickly judge the edge retention ...

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My chef’s-knife collection is substantial. I’ve owned some since I moved out of my parents’ house a decade ago, I’ve received others as gifts, and I’ve tested quite a few for this story.

We put 42 top-rated knife blocks to the test to determine which picks deserve a spot in your kitchen. With a culinary degree, a master's in journalism, and nearly 20 years of experience ...

There's a big difference between a good and a great chef knife and while you can certainly get by with the former, it's always best to have the latter in your kitchen. After all, once you find the ...

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The real tradeoff here is the higher price tag that often comes with ultralight gear. If you can handle the cost, you’ll get a full-size pocket knife that’s been a favorite of ours for years.

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I can't speak for everyone, but I certainly feel like I've evolved since the first time I wrote about knife sharpening, way back in 2008, shortly after the dawn of time. Related: The Best ...

However, I will say that I have been a prolific purchaser of cutlery since I got my first knife at age 5. I even started a sharpening business years ago just to fund my “hobby.” If you don’t want a ...