Chef’s knife

Looking for a good chef's knife?

A quality chef's knife is made from good materials and is, of course, sharp. But a truly good chef's knife does more than just cut well: it should also match your personal wishes and requirements, such as cutting technique, blade material, handle shape and style. That is why the best chef's knife is the chef's knife that suits you best. Whether you are a home cook or an experienced chef, the right chef's knife makes all the difference in terms of ease of use and results. Luckily, we offer a wide range of chef's knives in all shapes, sizes and styles, so you're sure to find a chef's knife that perfectly matches your cooking style and personal preferences.

We source great quality kitchen knives from all over the world. Often we are able to buy directly from the manufacturer. From Japan to Germany, France, Italy or China, you will always find the best chef's knives at Knivesandtools. From simple chef's knives at entry-level prices to the all-time best chef's knives. From large to small, affordable to premium; Knivesandtools has exactly what you're looking for.

Chef's knife 20 cm

A 20 cm blade is the standard length for a chef's knife, and for good reason. This length offers the ideal balance between power and control: large enough to cut bigger pieces of meat, fish or vegetables in one movement, yet still manageable enough for precision work such as finely chopping herbs or cutting smaller ingredients. Prefer a large chef's knife? Then choose a version with a blade length of 22 or 26 cm. Or go for a small chef's knife of 16 or 18 cm if you find a standard chef's knife just a little too large.

Classic chef's knife

Are you looking for a classic chef's knife? Be sure to check out our German chef's knives and our French chef's knives. You recognise these knives by their classic three-rivet handle design and forged bolster.

Chinese chef's knife

A Chinese chef's knife is a chef's knife with a tall, rectangular blade. It might look like a cleaver at first glance, but be careful not to use it like one. This knife is not for chopping, it is meant to finely cut herbs and vegetables.

Japanese chef's knife

Japanese chef's knives excel in sharpness and ease of cutting. Japanese chef's knives include gyutohs and santokus. You will find Japanese-style chef's knives that are also made in Germany or China, but the finest are, of course, the knives that are actually made in Japan. These Japanese versions are often ground extra thin, which means they cut incredibly well. This provides an unmatched cutting experience, although it also makes them slightly more fragile.

Buying a chef's knife set

Of course, we also sell chef's knife sets. These are kitchen knife sets that include at least one chef's knife.

Engraving a chef's knife

Did you know you can also have your chef's knives engraved? Engraved chef's knives also make the perfect gift! Engrave names, dates or images and logos!

The best steel type for a chef's knife

What is the best steel type for a chef's knife? This question requires a more complex answer than you might expect at first glance. A steel type needs to strike a balance between corrosion resistance, sharpness retention and ease of sharpening. Most knives will excel in one or two of these qualities. Though there are some that aim for the perfect comprise between the three. Take carbon steel, for example: it has excellent sharpness retention, but it is not stainless. Then there are the stainless steel types, which offer great corrosion resistance but compromise on sharpness retention. A good thing to keep in mind is that even the most corrosion resistant steels are able to form rust under the right circumstances. That's why it's important to wash your kitchen knives by hand. Are you looking for a German chef's knife of excellent quality? Consider purchasing a Zwilling chef's knife.

Damascus chef's knife

And then there's the damascus chef's knife. It's important to note that these feature a core of monosteel, laminated between a damascus ''cladding''.

What are good brands that sell chef's knives?

We sell chef's knives from the best kitchen knife brands in our online shop. For example, German brands like Zwilling, Böker, WMF or Robert Herder, or French chef's knives from Lion Sabatier. Are you looking for the best price-quality ratio? Then the Eden kitchen knives are what you've been looking for. At Knivesandtools you will only find top-quality products.

The handle of a chef's knife

Of course, the knife needs to feel great in hand. There are many differences between the handles of different chef's knives. Some are thicker, others have a western handle, but there are also knives enhanced with a Japanese style handle. We can tell you much about it, but it basically comes down to taste. We do recommend choosing a thicker handle if you have large hands, and a slimmer model if you have small hands. It is also important to pay close attention to whether the handle is suited for left or right-handed use. We have clearly indicated this in the specifications of each chef's knife.

Sharpening your chef's knife

In time, any knife you regularly use will become blunt. It doesn't matter how good the quality is; it's just a fact of life. You can sharpen your chef's knife yourself. There are many options and methods you can use. From artisanal water sharpening stones for ultimate sharpness, to easy-to-use pull-through knife sharpeners. Read more about sharpening knives here.

Are chef's knives dishwasher proof?

Do you want to be able to clean your knives in your dishwasher? If so, we advise a knife with a plastic or stainless-steel handle. However, we always advise against cleaning your knives in the dishwasher. Chef's knives that are cleaned in the dishwasher are prone to rust and become blunt much faster. We advise cleaning them by hand after use. That is how you will enjoy them the longest!