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The 15 Best Chef’s Knives – Guide

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written on September 28, 2021

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Chef ‘s knives are suitable for cutting vegetables, meat and many other foods

. Due to their versatility they are very popular and should not be missing in your kitchen.

We have summarized all the important information about chef ‘s knives in a checklist for you. You can find a great selection of different chef’s knives in our product recommendations.

Checklist For Chef’s Knives

Blade Length
  • Chef’s knives are so-called all-round knives that can be used for many different tasks in the kitchen. The blade is relatively wide at the handle and tapers to a point at the front on a classic chef’s knife.
  • Chef’s knives have a blade length of about 16 to 23 cm. The blade length of most chef’s knives is around 20 cm.
Blade Material
  • Stainless steel is a commonly used material. Stainless steel is durable and resistant to rust. Stainless steel blades are hard to cut and can be easily resharpened.
  • Carbon steel blades are hard and somewhat brittle. These blades are very cutting and stay sharp for a long time. The disadvantage is that the blades can rust. Chef’s knives with a carbon steel blade should therefore not be cleaned in the dishwasher.
  • Damascus steel, or damascus for short, is used for particularly high-quality chef’s knives. This material consists of up to more than 100 layers of two different types of iron and steel. Damascus steel is resistant, tough and can be ground very sharp. Chef’s knives with a blade made of Damascus are expensive and not suitable for the dishwasher.
Handle
  • Forged from one piece and chef’s knives, the handle is also made of steel. It is important that the handle fits well in your hand and that you can guide the knife safely.
  • Classic chef’s knives have a handle made of wood, which is riveted or glued to the blade. Wooden handles are pleasantly warm in the hand and non-slip. Chef’s knives with a wooden handle may usually only be washed by hand.
  • Inexpensive chef’s knives are often equipped with a handle made of plastic. However, this material tends to become brittle over time, especially if the knife is frequently cleaned in the dishwasher.
Weight
  • Depending on the design of the chef’s knife, the weight will vary. Lightweight chef’s knives have a weight of around 150 g. Knives with a long blade and a steel handle can weigh up to 300 g. However, more important than the weight is that the knife is balanced and fits well in the hand.

Here you will find the top 15 among the most popular chef’s knives.

Bestseller Nr. 1 Brewin CHEFILOSOPHI Chef Knife Set 5 PCS with Elegant Red Pakkawood Handle Ergonomic Design,Professional Ultra Sharp Kitchen Knives for Cooking High Carbon Stainless Steel Japanese Chef's Knife
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SaleBestseller Nr. 2 Brewin Japanese Chef knife 8 inch with Knife Sharpener,Professional Sharp Kitchen Knife with Elegant Black Pakkawood Handle High Carbon Stainless Steel Hand Forged Chef's Knives for Cooking Gift Box
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SaleBestseller Nr. 3 MOSFiATA 8' Super Sharp Professional Chef's Knife with Finger Guard and Knife Sharpener, German High Carbon Stainless Steel EN1.4116 with Micarta Handle and Gift Box
MOSFiATA 8" Super Sharp Professional Chef's Knife...
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SaleBestseller Nr. 4 Astercook Chef Knife, 8 Inch Professional Kitchen Knife, German High Carbon Stainless Steel Ultra Sharp Knife, Chefs Knives with Ergonomic Handle and Gift Box
Astercook Chef Knife, 8 Inch Professional Kitchen...
$75.99
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Bestseller Nr. 5 Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife, 8-Inch
Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife, 8-Inch
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Bestseller Nr. 6 Kiaitre Chef Knife 8 Inch Professional Sharp Kitchen Knife High Carbon Stainless Steel with Ergonomic Handle 56±HRC with Gift Box (High Carbon Stainless Steel)…
Kiaitre Chef Knife 8 Inch Professional Sharp...
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SaleBestseller Nr. 7 Henckels Classic 8 in Chefs knife
Henckels Classic 8 in Chefs knife
$116.00
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Bestseller Nr. 8 Professional Chef Knife Set 7CR17MOV German High Carbon Stainless Steel Japanese Knives 3PCS - 8' Chef's Knife & 7'Santoku Knife& 5' Utility Knife, White Sharp Kitchen Knife Set with Gift Box
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SaleBestseller Nr. 9 MITSUMOTO SAKARI 8 inch Japanese Gyuto Chef Knife, Professional Hand Forged Kitchen Chef Knife, 3 Layers 9CR18MOV High Carbon Meat Sushi Knife (Rosewood Handle & Gift Box)
MITSUMOTO SAKARI 8 inch Japanese Gyuto Chef Knife,...
$75.99
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SaleBestseller Nr. 10 Mercer Culinary M21078 Genesis 8-Inch Short Bolster Chef's Knife,Black
Mercer Culinary M21078 Genesis 8-Inch Short...
$46.00
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Tip: You can find lots of great “paint by numbers” sets in our guide to “paint by numbers”.

The Best Sellers Of Chef’s Knives

We have compiled the most popular chef’s knives for you in this bestseller list.

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1 Brewin CHEFILOSOPHI Chef Knife Set 5 PCS with Elegant Red Pakkawood Handle Ergonomic Design,Professional Ultra Sharp Kitchen Knives for Cooking High Carbon Stainless Steel Japanese Chef's Knife Brewin CHEFILOSOPHI Chef Knife Set 5 PCS with Elegant Red Pakkawood Handle Ergonomic... Buy Here
2 Brewin Japanese Chef knife 8 inch with Knife Sharpener,Professional Sharp Kitchen Knife with Elegant Black Pakkawood Handle High Carbon Stainless Steel Hand Forged Chef's Knives for Cooking Gift Box Brewin Japanese Chef knife 8 inch with Knife Sharpener,Professional Sharp Kitchen Knife with Elegant... Buy Here
3 MOSFiATA 8' Super Sharp Professional Chef's Knife with Finger Guard and Knife Sharpener, German High Carbon Stainless Steel EN1.4116 with Micarta Handle and Gift Box MOSFiATA 8" Super Sharp Professional Chef's Knife with Finger Guard and Knife Sharpener, German High... Buy Here
4 Astercook Chef Knife, 8 Inch Professional Kitchen Knife, German High Carbon Stainless Steel Ultra Sharp Knife, Chefs Knives with Ergonomic Handle and Gift Box Astercook Chef Knife, 8 Inch Professional Kitchen Knife, German High Carbon Stainless Steel Ultra... Buy Here
5 Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife, 8-Inch Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife, 8-Inch Buy Here
6 Kiaitre Chef Knife 8 Inch Professional Sharp Kitchen Knife High Carbon Stainless Steel with Ergonomic Handle 56±HRC with Gift Box (High Carbon Stainless Steel)… Kiaitre Chef Knife 8 Inch Professional Sharp Kitchen Knife High Carbon Stainless Steel with... Buy Here
7 Henckels Classic 8 in Chefs knife Henckels Classic 8 in Chefs knife Buy Here
8 Professional Chef Knife Set 7CR17MOV German High Carbon Stainless Steel Japanese Knives 3PCS - 8' Chef's Knife & 7'Santoku Knife& 5' Utility Knife, White Sharp Kitchen Knife Set with Gift Box Professional Chef Knife Set 7CR17MOV German High Carbon Stainless Steel Japanese Knives 3PCS - 8"... Buy Here
9 MITSUMOTO SAKARI 8 inch Japanese Gyuto Chef Knife, Professional Hand Forged Kitchen Chef Knife, 3 Layers 9CR18MOV High Carbon Meat Sushi Knife (Rosewood Handle & Gift Box) MITSUMOTO SAKARI 8 inch Japanese Gyuto Chef Knife, Professional Hand Forged Kitchen Chef Knife, 3... Buy Here
10 Mercer Culinary M21078 Genesis 8-Inch Short Bolster Chef's Knife,Black Mercer Culinary M21078 Genesis 8-Inch Short Bolster Chef's Knife,Black Buy Here

Tip: You can find practical meal prep boxes in our guide to meal prep boxes.

Current Offers For Chef’s Knife

Here you will find a selection of offers that are currently available in the Cooking Knife Sets section.

SaleBestseller Nr. 1
Gourmetop Kitchen Knife Set with No Drilling Magnetic Strip, Knives Set for Kitchen Black Titanium Cooking Knives, Sharp Stainless Steel Chef Knife Set for Cutting Meat & Vegetable, Small Knife Set
Gourmetop Kitchen Knife Set with No Drilling Magnetic Strip, Knives Set for Kitchen Black Titanium Cooking Knives, Sharp Stainless Steel Chef Knife Set for Cutting Meat & Vegetable, Small Knife Set
$25.83 −27%
SaleBestseller Nr. 2
Astercook Knife Set with Built-in Sharpener Block, Dishwasher Safe Kitchen Knife Set with Block, 14 Pcs High Carbon Stainless Steel Block Knife Set with Self Sharpening and 6 Steak Knives, Black
Astercook Knife Set with Built-in Sharpener Block, Dishwasher Safe Kitchen Knife Set with Block, 14 Pcs High Carbon Stainless Steel Block Knife Set with Self Sharpening and 6 Steak Knives, Black
$149.99 −67%
SaleBestseller Nr. 3
Knife Set, Damascus Kitchen Knife Set with Block, Built-in Knife Sharpener, German Stainless Steel Knife Block Set, Dishwasher Safe
Knife Set, Damascus Kitchen Knife Set with Block, Built-in Knife Sharpener, German Stainless Steel Knife Block Set, Dishwasher Safe
$189.99 −65%
SaleBestseller Nr. 4
Home Hero Kitchen Knife Set, Steak Knife Set & Kitchen Utility Knives - Ultra-Sharp High Carbon Stainless Steel Knives with Ergonomic Handles (7 Pc Set, Black)
Home Hero Kitchen Knife Set, Steak Knife Set & Kitchen Utility Knives - Ultra-Sharp High Carbon Stainless Steel Knives with Ergonomic Handles (7 Pc Set, Black)
$39.99 −38%
SaleBestseller Nr. 5
Wanbasion Black Stainless Steel Knife Set, Sharp Kitchen Knife Set Professional, Kitchen Knife Set Dishwasher Safe For Cooking
Wanbasion Black Stainless Steel Knife Set, Sharp Kitchen Knife Set Professional, Kitchen Knife Set Dishwasher Safe For Cooking
$32.99 −45%
SaleBestseller Nr. 6
BUKCAL Magic Cleaver Knife, 6 Inch Cleaver Knife, Easy Cutting Knife with Hollow Edge, Stainless Steel Knife, Cooking Knives
BUKCAL Magic Cleaver Knife, 6 Inch Cleaver Knife, Easy Cutting Knife with Hollow Edge, Stainless Steel Knife, Cooking Knives
$19.90 −40%
SaleBestseller Nr. 7
Gourmetop Knife Sets for Kitchen with Block, Stainless Steel Chef Knife Set with Sharpener & Cutting Board, Kitchen Knives Sharp Knife Block Set with Accessories for Cooking, Dishwasher Safe
Gourmetop Knife Sets for Kitchen with Block, Stainless Steel Chef Knife Set with Sharpener & Cutting Board, Kitchen Knives Sharp Knife Block Set with Accessories for Cooking, Dishwasher Safe
$63.99 −6%
SaleBestseller Nr. 8
Chef Knife - Kitchen Knives, 8 inch Chef's Knife, 4 inch Paring Knife, High Carbon Stainless Steel with Ergonomic Handle
Chef Knife - Kitchen Knives, 8 inch Chef's Knife, 4 inch Paring Knife, High Carbon Stainless Steel with Ergonomic Handle
$19.99 −50%
SaleBestseller Nr. 9
HENCKELS Statement Razor-Sharp 15-Piece White Handle Knife Set with Block, German Engineered Knife Informed by over 100 Years of Mastery
HENCKELS Statement Razor-Sharp 15-Piece White Handle Knife Set with Block, German Engineered Knife Informed by over 100 Years of Mastery
ULTRA-SHARP BLADES: Superior professional-level sharpness that ensures precision cutting.; QUICK CLEAN UP: No-fuss cleanup, in the dishwasher or by hand. Stain and rust-free blades.
$345.00 −62%
SaleBestseller Nr. 10
XYJ Authentic Since 1986,Outstanding Ancient Forging,6.7 Inch Full Tang,Serbian Chefs knife,Chef Meat Cleaver,Kitchen Knives,Set with Leather Sheath,Take Carrying,Butcher,for Camping or Outdoor
XYJ Authentic Since 1986,Outstanding Ancient Forging,6.7 Inch Full Tang,Serbian Chefs knife,Chef Meat Cleaver,Kitchen Knives,Set with Leather Sheath,Take Carrying,Butcher,for Camping or Outdoor
$45.04 −11%

FAQ About Chef’s Knives

What is a chef’s knife?

A chef’s knife is not a special kitchen knife for a particular food, but an all-rounder that can be used in many ways.

Which chef’s knives are the best?

That can’t be answered across the board. You are sure to find the right chef’s knife for you in our product recommendations.

Which chef’s knives do I need?

There are many different kitchen knives for different products. Chef’s knives are usually knives with a blade length of about 20 cm, which can be used in a variety of ways.

Which chef’s knives are recommended?

Many different chef’s knives are recommended. You are sure to find what you are looking for in our product recommendations.

How do you hold a chef’s knife?

A chef’s knife should fit snugly in your hand with a firm grip. The thumb and index fingers should be to the left of the knife when cutting with the right hand.

Chef’s knife sharpening stone – which grit?

For chef’s knives, grits of 800 to 1000 are recommended for sharpening stones.

Chef’s knife – what length?

For beginners, a knife that is as short as possible is recommended, as the risk of injury is lowest here. Professional chefs or cooks with experience can use knives with a blade of 20 cm or more.

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Wolfgang lives with his family in Stuttgart. He has a twelve-year-old daughter and five-year-old twins. When he's not writing product guides for Elternkompass and sharing his experiences with you, he likes to go on bike tours, play Monopoly or read novels.

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