Sharp Cutting Tools

An indispensable addition to any kitchen, this seven-piece set is perfect for chopping, slicing, dicing and cutting your way through kitchen prep. Pairing traditional German craftsmanship with innovative materials and methods, this versatile set includes...

Pros: sharpness, quality, durability

When it comes to knives, sharper is safer, and that goes double when those knives are being used in busy kitchens. Put an effortlessly sharp, professional-quality edge on your kitchen knives with this innovative sharpener that combines the ease of pull-through...

Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, ease of use

With a Rockwell hardness of 57 and a hand-finished blade, this Chef’s knife from Zwilling is both durable and sharp. The curved blade makes this knife ideal for cutting into a variety of foods, from meats to veggies and everything in-between. Part of...

Pros: durable, sharpness, edge retention

An essential addition to any chef’s collection, the versatile chef’s knife is perfect for almost any cutting task—from dicing fruits and vegetables to carving roasted meats and breaking down poultry.

Miyabi pays tribute to the beauty...

Pros: sharpness, durable, comfortable handle

The Pro collection by Zwilling J.A. Henckels combines their 280 years of knife-forging experience with the simple, yet innovative, design of renowned Italian architect Matteo Thun. An angled bolster helps you cut with enhanced precision, safety and comfort,...

Pros: sharpness, flexibility, versatility

A traditional alternative to larger, Western-style knives, this Japanese-style vegetable cleaver features a unique blade shape that’s great for slicing and dicing vegetables, mincing herbs and cutting fruit or cheese.

Each knife in the Birchwood...

Pros: sharpness, aesthetic, balance

With razor-sharp edges and comfortable grips, thus soft-handle grater creates flakes of hard cheese, chocolate and zest. Top salads and pastas with Parmesan Reggiano or add natural flavors to lemon crème brûlée or vinaigrette. Stainless...

Pros: easy to clean, effectiveness, versatility

The Pro collection by Zwilling J.A. Henckels combines their 280 years of knife-forging experience with the simplistic, yet innovative, design of renowned Italian architect Matteo Thun. An angled bolster helps you cut with enhanced precision, safety and...

Pros: sharpness, durable, comfort

Combining over 280 years of knife making experience with a deceptively simple design built around the optimal cutting motion, the Pro line from Zwilling J.A. Henckels features precision-forged, hand-polished blades, unique, angled bolsters that make...

Pros: sharpness, sharp blade, versatility

Authentically Japanese in design, each knife features 101 layers of steel—50 layers clad on each side of the Cryodur-hardened SG2 microcarbide steel core—forming a delicate Damascus pattern with a Rockwell hardness of 63.

Each blade in the...

Pros: sharpness, sharp blade, comfortable handle

With a wide, curved blade designed to accommodate both chopping and rocking cuts, this versatile rocking santoku is perfect for chopping herbs, mincing shallots, and cutting tasks large and small. The unique shape of the blade makes it easy to use a...

Pros: versatility, sharpness, comfortable handle

The chef’s knife is the perfect kitchen workhorse, ideal for chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing meat and vegetables. This version of the Bob Kramer Chef’s knife features a more narrow blade thickness, shorter blade height and thinner handle...

Pros: sharpness, aesthetic, balance

Easily slice ribbons of herbs, cut butcher’s twine or open food packages with this set of all-purpose kitchen shears. Micro-serrated blades ensure lasting sharpness, while D-shaped handles provide a safe, comfortable grip. A built-in jar opener,...

Pros: sharpness, durable, versatility

Certified as a Master Bladesmith by the American Bladesmith Society, Bob Kramer is one of the only Master Bladesmiths in the world specializing in kitchen cutlery. Put simply, Kramer is King of the Kitchen Knife. As such, Bob Kramer has seen the knife...

Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, comfortable handle

Add style to your meal prep with Global’s Osaka collection. Each knife combines a razor-sharp blade with an ergonomic handle, delivering exceptional performance no matter what you’re cutting. Carefully forged from high-carbon stainless steel...

Pros: sharpness, quality, appearance

Designed to be the go-to knife in any chef’s collection, the versatile santoku is large enough for heavy-duty cutting, yet nimble enough for precision cuts.

Miyabi pays tribute to the beauty of traditional craftsmanship with the introduction of...

Pros: sharpness, lightweight, comfortable handle

Global’s sleek, razor-sharp cutlery is an excellent choice for professional chefs and discerning home cooks alike. This versatile knife is great for small tasks like slicing fruits and vegetables. Serrated edge makes it easy to cut everything from...

Pros: versatility, sharpness, reliable

This Shun Classic paring knife is an indispensable kitchen prep tool for peeling, trimming, making decorative cuts, or even chopping small foods like shallots or garlic. The paring knife’s small size gives you complete cutting control, making it...

Pros: sharpness, balance, sharp blade

The santoku is a versatile blade, capable of smashing garlic cloves, jointing a chicken or dicing onions. This extraordinary knife, designed exclusively for Sur La Table, may also be the most advanced piece of technology in your kitchen. The product...

Pros: sharpness, comfortable handle, durability

The handmade Shun Classic nakiri (Japanese for vegetable knife) is shaped like a cleaver for chopping, slicing and mincing fresh fruits and vegetables. Sharp, durable and corrosion-resistant, the razor-sharp blade lets you cut the thinnest of slices...

Pros: sharpness, quality, efficiency

Named for its many uses, ranging from small prep work to slicing vegetables, this serrated utility knife is perfect for slicing citus fruit, tomatoes or sandwiches. Fully forged. Full tang.

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Pros: versatility, sharpness, durability

An indispensible addition to any kitchen, this mid-sized prep knife is a versatile, all-around tool and is perfect for cuts that require precision but are too large for a paring knife.

Pairing Zwilling’s trademark quality and precision craftsmanship...

Pros: versatility, comfort, sharpness

The Epicurean Kitchen Series Boards are the original Epicurean cutting boards. Their simple shape features a handy hang hole and every board is dual-sided while being thin, lightweight, and dishwasher-safe. Four sizes allow for the perfect board choice....

Pros: easy to clean, dishwasher safe, durable

A razor-sharp knife is a chef’s best friend. Safely and easily sharpen blades with this 2-stage sharpener. Stage 1 is a diamond-coated wheel of medium grit capable of sharpening the hardest steels, even in excess of 66 Rockwell, and stage 2 is...

Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, works well