Buying kitchen knives: sharp & high-quality knives

Q: How do I find the best kitchen knife for my needs?

The best kitchen knife for you depends on your cooking habits. As a universal basic set, a classic chef’s knife or an Asian santoku knife is recommended, as both cover a wide range of cutting tasks. If you frequently peel or chop fruit and vegetables, a compact vegetable knife is a sensible addition.

Q: How should high-quality kitchen knives be cleaned and cared for?

To support longevity, high-quality kitchen knives should be cleaned and dried directly by hand after use with lukewarm water and a mild washing-up liquid. Cleaning in the dishwasher is not recommended, as aggressive cleaners, salts and the heat can attack the blade steel and make the cutting edge dull.

Q: When does it make sense to buy a kitchen knife set?

A kitchen knife set is a practical solution for a functional basic set or when several knives are to be replaced at once. The set covers the most important cutting techniques – from fine peeling to chopping large pieces of meat – and usually offers an economic advantage compared to buying individually.

Q: How do you store sharp kitchen knives gently?

Sharp kitchen knives should not be stored loose in a drawer, as the blades can rub against each other there and become dull. A knife block, a magnetic strip or special drawer inserts made of wood or plastic protect the cutting edge from damage and also reduce the risk of injury when reaching in.

Q: How often do you have to re-sharpen a good kitchen knife?

How often you have to re-sharpen good kitchen knives depends on the intensity of use and care. Regular honing with a sharpening steel realigns the fine burr of the blade. If the knife noticeably loses cutting power and, for example, no longer glides through a tomato skin, a new basic grind with a sharpening stone or knife sharpener is required.

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A practical tool makes food preparation much easier. Discover our range of kitchen knives, which impress with their precise blade control and durable materials, if you’re looking to buy kitchen knives that will last. 🔪Read more

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Kitchen gadgets & utensils

The right kitchen knife for vegetables, meat and bread

Our collection includes specialised kitchen knives with blade shapes designed for different food preparation tasks. The chef’s knife and the Santoku knife are ideal all-rounders for cutting meat, fish and vegetables. For precise peeling or smaller ingredients, the paring knife is the right choice. The utility knife and the multi-piece breakfast knife with a serrated edge round off the range, ensuring there is a suitable tool for every type of food.

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High-quality kitchen knives for safe working

These high-quality kitchen knives are characterised by a balanced weight distribution between blade and handle. The blades are made of robust blade steel with high edge retention. The ergonomically shaped handle provides a stable grip when cutting and reduces slipping, even with wet hands. This supports even and controlled cutting.

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Structure in the kitchen with a kitchen knife set

Anyone who wants to fundamentally equip their kitchen will find in a kitchen knife set a coordinated combination of different blade shapes. Our knives are also available in different handle colours. This not only allows visual matching to your kitchen decor, but also makes it easier to hygienically assign the knives to particular food groups such as meat, poultry or vegetables.

Frequently asked questions about our kitchen knives

What characterises good kitchen knives?

A balanced ratio of sharpness, edge retention and ergonomics defines good kitchen knives. The blade should glide through the food without much effort, while the handle sits securely in the hand to ensure controlled working.

Why are sharp kitchen knives safer when cutting?

With a well-sharpened blade you need significantly less pressure when cutting. This reduces the risk of the blade slipping off the food. Sharp kitchen knives thus allow more precise handling and reduce the risk of accidents in the kitchen.

How do I find the best kitchen knife for my needs?

The best kitchen knife for you depends on your cooking habits. As a universal basic set, a classic chef’s knife or an Asian santoku knife is recommended, as both cover a wide range of cutting tasks. If you frequently peel or chop fruit and vegetables, a compact vegetable knife is a sensible addition.

How should high-quality kitchen knives be cleaned and cared for?

To support longevity, high-quality kitchen knives should be cleaned and dried directly by hand after use with lukewarm water and a mild washing-up liquid. Cleaning in the dishwasher is not recommended, as aggressive cleaners, salts and the heat can attack the blade steel and make the cutting edge dull.

When does it make sense to buy a kitchen knife set?

A kitchen knife set is a practical solution for a functional basic set or when several knives are to be replaced at once. The set covers the most important cutting techniques – from fine peeling to chopping large pieces of meat – and usually offers an economic advantage compared to buying individually.

How do you store sharp kitchen knives gently?

Sharp kitchen knives should not be stored loose in a drawer, as the blades can rub against each other there and become dull. A knife block, a magnetic strip or special drawer inserts made of wood or plastic protect the cutting edge from damage and also reduce the risk of injury when reaching in.

Which chopping board is suitable when I want to buy new kitchen knives?

The choice of cutting surface significantly affects the edge retention of the blade. If you want to buy kitchen knives, you should avoid hard surfaces made of glass, stone or ceramic, as these damage the material of the blade. Chopping boards made of wood or yielding plastic are gentle on the material and preserve the sharpness for a longer period.

How often do you have to re-sharpen a good kitchen knife?

How often you have to re-sharpen good kitchen knives depends on the intensity of use and care. Regular honing with a sharpening steel realigns the fine burr of the blade. If the knife noticeably loses cutting power and, for example, no longer glides through a tomato skin, a new basic grind with a sharpening stone or knife sharpener is required.