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Knife & Cutlery Buyers Guide
Knives are simply tools that perform useful functions, such as slicing, filleting, skinning, field dressing game or preparing a meal in camp. Buying a knife doesn't have to be a complicated process, if you know what you're looking for. To select a knife that will be useful over a long period, make sure you are buying the type of knife you need. Learning the details of knife construction will help you in the process of choosing the right blade.
Kinds of Blades
Today, knives come in many different forms but can be categorized in two broad types: fixed blade knives and folding knives, or pocket knives.
Fixed Knives
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the blade and handle are all in one piece
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have a lot of strength because of their solid, one-piece design
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require a sheath for storage
Folding Knives
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designed to be conveniently stored in pockets or attached to belts
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typically have a locking mechanism to prevent injury to the user
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the most common are pocket knives and lockback knives
Blade Material
Blades are made of a wide variety of materials, and each has an inherent set of properties that makes it desirable. However, there are upsides and downsides to every material. Here are some of the most common materials that make up knives nowadays.
High-Carbon Steel
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also called cutlery steel; no longer widely available
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holds an excellent edge and is easy to sharpen.
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the down-side to high-carbon steel is that it is somewhat brittle and has a tendency to rust if not dried thoroughly
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not stain resistant; has a high reaction to both acids and alkalis, which causes it to discolor
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discoloration is purely cosmetic and does not affect the knife's performance
Stainless Steel
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has less carbon and more chromium in the alloy
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very resistant to rust and stains
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very sharp but not hard enough to maintain the best possible edge
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hard to sharpen once the blade loses it edge
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often used in the less expensive cutlery
High-Carbon Stainless Steel
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the most popular of metals for knife construction due to its rust and stain-resistant properties
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has a high content of carbon for hardness and still enough chromium to keep it looking great
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does not hold an edge quite as well as pure high-carbon steel and is not as easy to sharpen
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the most popular steel type used in high quality kitchen cutlery
Titanium
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a matrix of titanium and carbides
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lighter than steel and more wear resistant
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durable and retain their sharpness longer than steel
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relatively easy to sharpen when blade loses its edge
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imparts no flavor whatsoever to food
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the blades are more flexible than steel blades; aren't a good choice for some applications like decorative cuts but work quite well for boning and fileting
Ceramic
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made of very hard ceramic material called zirconium oxide
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lightweight
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very hard, very dense space-age material that is stronger than steel, but far more brittle
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best used for slicing and should never be used for chopping
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the hardness of ceramic blades makes them impervious to chemical reactions with either acidic or alkaline foods
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will maintain a sharp edge for months or years with no maintenance at all
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require diamond sharpening tools to maintain
Blade Construction
Various methods are used to form a knife blade, and all will have varying qualities, dependent upon the process that was used to create it.
Forged Knives
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metal is treated in various steps to enhance its hardness, density and flexibility
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usually identified by a prominent bolster between handle and blade, although a few forged knives are made without a bolster
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have a thicker, often heavier blade
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stronger and better balanced
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easier to keep sharp, and, with care, can last for generations
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usually more expensive than stamped knives
Stamped Knives
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cut or stamped out from flat metal stock
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have a thinner and lighter blade and are usually not as well balanced
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won't hold their edge as well as forged knives
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Do not have a bolster between the heel and handle
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less expensive than forged knives
Sintered Knives
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melted separately and mixed together to form a stronger alloy or component
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good quality at a lower cost than forged knives
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perform just as well as fully forged blades
Types of Edges
Straight Edge
Granton Edge
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feature hollowed out sections running along both sides of the blade which prevents food from sticking when being cut or sliced
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often preferred when slicing thin portions of poultry, roasts, or ham
Serrated Edge
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also referred to as wavy or scalloped edge
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feature teeth along the blade edge, which easily penetrate the tough outer crust or skin of the product being cut while protecting the soft inner part from tearing
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ideal for cutting bread and fruit.
Hollow-Ground Edge
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created by grinding from just below the midpoint of the blade to form concave sides that come to a very thin cutting edge, which is more brittle and easily dulled
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not preferable for heavy cutting tasks
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ideal for fine cutting such as skinning, preparing sushi, or peeling and slicing fruits
Types of Handles
The handles of knives can often be made from a number of different materials, each of which has advantages and disadvantages. Handles are produced in a wide variety of shapes and styles and are often textured to enhance grip.
Wood Handles
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the traditional material for knife handles; used to be very common
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very attractive and comfortable to use; provides the best grip and aesthetics
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can become time-consuming to maintain
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not as durable and can trap bacteria
Stainless Steel Handles
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has fast become an attractive and popular choice for handles
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virtually maintenance-free; extremely durable and easy to clean
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being the most resilient, they also are the most sanitary
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are likely to be better balanced than wood or plastic handled knives of similarly size
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some are made with textures: bumps, ridges or indentations in order to increase grip and comfort in usage
Plastic Handles
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are now the most popular type of handle
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durable, easy-to-clean, and economical
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lightweight and comfortable to hold
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types include Nylon, Proflex, Resin, Styrene, White Polypropylene, Riveted POM (Polyoxymethylene) and Fibrox
Rubber Handles
Leather Handles
Some Common Types of Knives
Chef's Knife – also known as cook's knife; the most commonly used knife in a commercial kitchen; features a wide blade with symmetrical sides that taper to a point; suitable for a wide range of tasks such as chopping, slicing, and mincing
Utility Knife - all-purpose knife often having a scalloped edge; very efficient for slicing softer fruits and vegetables
Cleaver - features a long, wide blade with a thick edge that will not chip easily; used to chop and cut through thick meat and bone
Slicing Knife - also known as a carving knife; features a long, straight blade designed for slicing and carving cooked meats
Boning Knife - features a very thin blade; used to separate meat from bone
Bowie Knives – fixed blade long knives designed for heavy-duty all around use; can refer to any large sheath knife with a clip point
Gutting Knives and Skinning Knives - designed to help clean out or field dress game; available for multiple tasks and can vary in size and features; typically have a second blade called a gut hook to help with the skinning and gutting
Butterfly Knives or Balisong Knives – also known as Batangas knife, a Philippine folding pocket knife with two grooved handles counter-rotating around the tang which conceals the blade when closed; severely restricted by law in most states
Switch Blade Knives or Automatic Knives – open using a spring or other mechanism when the user presses a button, lever or other actuator built into the handle of the knife; can be easily deployed or opened using only one hand; also severely restricted by law in most states
Rescue Knives – specialized knives designed for emergency/fire/rescue professionals; often include features like blunt tips, seat belt cutters and windows punches
Multi-tool Knives - come with a variety of tools to choose from such as screwdriver, scissors, large and small blades, can opener, bottle opener, tweezers and corkscrew.
There are many other types of knives with specific features and uses. We hope that this buyers guide helps you decide what type is suited for your needs. You can browse through our store and find the product you are looking for. We are more than happy to serve you. Enjoy shopping at WorldwideKnives.com.
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