Knife set - £1k budget
Discussion
My grandmother (94) has gifted me some money and I’d like to spend it on something that will last me the rest of my life.
As my childhood memories of her are largely about being in the kitchen I think a set of knives would be wholly appropriate.
So - budget of up to a grand what’s would people recommend?
As my childhood memories of her are largely about being in the kitchen I think a set of knives would be wholly appropriate.
So - budget of up to a grand what’s would people recommend?
I think if you are looking to spend a high amount you need to be clear about what you are looking for.
Is it something your Grandmother might have used, I'm guessing a traditional style of European knife? Or are you looking for a high end Oriental style of knife or a set including extra items like a steel, a carving fork, steak knives?
When you get up to the grand mark its very easy to buy a big set of what are not very good knives or you could have a couple of very nice custom knives made.
I assume you want something on show in a block, not stuck in drawer. Or maybe a good knife rack?
Is it something your Grandmother might have used, I'm guessing a traditional style of European knife? Or are you looking for a high end Oriental style of knife or a set including extra items like a steel, a carving fork, steak knives?
When you get up to the grand mark its very easy to buy a big set of what are not very good knives or you could have a couple of very nice custom knives made.
I assume you want something on show in a block, not stuck in drawer. Or maybe a good knife rack?
https://www.ferrabyknives.co.uk/
Best of luck getting one though.
Although not impossible you just need to be lucky, or you could comission one I suppose.
Best of luck getting one though.
Although not impossible you just need to be lucky, or you could comission one I suppose.
Not an expert, but knives of beauty here. https://www.japaneseknifecompany.com/ We have bought a few over the years.
DoubleD said:
£1k on some kitchen knives?! A professional chef wouldnt spend anything like that amount.
Ichiro Hattori without a shadow of a doubt for me!http://www.japaneseknifedirect.com/hattori.html
I’ve just got back from the good food show in Birmingham where I tried loads of different knives.
Ultimately it comes down to the weight and style that suits you. I honestly think this includes your height, cutting action, your commitment to owning them properly and your intended uses. I really liked Kin, I watched James Martin using them on the main stage. They are very good knives and look great imo but I wouldn’t buy a set as they were too light for me when I tried them at the kin stand.
I’m hoping to try out some of the knives Blok make. I like them a lot. But they still might not be right for me
Ultimately it comes down to the weight and style that suits you. I honestly think this includes your height, cutting action, your commitment to owning them properly and your intended uses. I really liked Kin, I watched James Martin using them on the main stage. They are very good knives and look great imo but I wouldn’t buy a set as they were too light for me when I tried them at the kin stand.
I’m hoping to try out some of the knives Blok make. I like them a lot. But they still might not be right for me
I had Global but I just couldn't get on with them, I have a set of Wushtof now but they stay in the block because I won't put them in the dishwasher.
Now I mostly use a Nakiri Japanese knife as you can use it for everything and I just get on with it, as for the rest I use the £5 quid knifes from Morrisons, excellent knives and I bloody mean that and I'm not sorry they go in the dishwasher.
Go and have a look then spend £980 on something else.
Now I mostly use a Nakiri Japanese knife as you can use it for everything and I just get on with it, as for the rest I use the £5 quid knifes from Morrisons, excellent knives and I bloody mean that and I'm not sorry they go in the dishwasher.
Go and have a look then spend £980 on something else.
Sheetmaself said:
The want is strong on those. And very reasonably priced given how much people pay in the US for hipster hunting knives/EDC etc.
Zwilling are brilliant knives, so long as you make sure you get the forged blades not stamped.
https://uk.zwilling-shop.com/index.php?lang=2&
Personally I would steer clear of the knife block sets as you usually end up with things you don’t want (scissors and bread knives Etc) just get a good 3 knife set, the 5 star is brilliant, then add bits as you see fit.
https://uk.zwilling-shop.com/index.php?lang=2&
Personally I would steer clear of the knife block sets as you usually end up with things you don’t want (scissors and bread knives Etc) just get a good 3 knife set, the 5 star is brilliant, then add bits as you see fit.
I’ve liked the look of these since James Martin visited them on his tour of Britain cooking show on ITV. Forgery is in Peckham and they do courses on how to care for them which is probably a good idea when spending a lot.
https://blenheimforge.com/
https://blenheimforge.com/
ben5575 said:
Sheetmaself said:
The want is strong on those. And very reasonably priced given how much people pay in the US for hipster hunting knives/EDC etc.
https://japanesechefsknife.com/collections/hattori...
There is some much choice that you can spend a fortune on "nice" knives.
My go to knives in the kitchen are Nakiri and Cleaver, these can do just about anything you need. I bought my boning knife from Procook as Japanese knives are at risk of chipping
ETA: NONE of my knives go into the dishwasher, all are handwashed and dried. Mild steel ones are treated before going back on the rack
Edited by carinatauk on Monday 2nd December 08:37
I went knife shopping when I was in Tokyo and really wanted some ace knives - budget wasn't too much of a concern. I went to the "best place" in Tokyo and got two knives - a standard chef's knife and also a small paring knife and they were about £100 for both. I thought the chap had made a mistake when he totalled up. They are ridiculously sharp. I must admit that for some reason I save them for best rather than using them everyday.
With your budget you could fly over, stay and choose the perfect knives for you. Worth a thought!
With your budget you could fly over, stay and choose the perfect knives for you. Worth a thought!
I bought Porsche Design Chroma knives, individually but to make up an 8-piece set.
They're pretty good, to be honest.
Although, just had a look now and with current prices you'd possibly be somewhere over £1k with the block, I think.
I'm sure there knives which are as good at a fraction of the cost.
They're pretty good, to be honest.
Although, just had a look now and with current prices you'd possibly be somewhere over £1k with the block, I think.
I'm sure there knives which are as good at a fraction of the cost.
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