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You can't go wrong with this one
Have lots of knives and all were more expensive by far than this gem and yet this is the one I reach for more often than not. I was afraid it might feel flimsy but it doesn't. It holds it edge nicely. I'd be happy to own more than one.
[Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife Black (47520) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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Outstanding Product!
I to bought this knife because of the rating in Cook's Illustrated. I have Henckels and was interested in something to use in more utilitarian situations. I didn't want to baby it; I wanted to use it and then put it in the dishwasher and forget about it. After using this knife I realized that I made a mistake in ever buying the Henckels. They now seem heavy and clumsy in my hand. Every time I reach for a knife I grab this one. I only bought one knife because I wanted to see if it would hol...
[Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife Black (47520) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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04/13/2007
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Reasonably Priced - Excellent Knife
I have always used Henckel and Wusthof knives. I bought this on the recommendation of America's Test Kitchen as a knife that is reasonably priced, yet comparable to the more expensive knives (I've always been happy with anything they recommend...from recipes to utensils). This knife feels good in your hand (although it doesn't have the "heft" of the more expensive knives) and keeps a great edge. I highly recommend it as an alternative to the more expensive knives. On the other hand, if you don't...
[Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife Black (47520) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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01/21/2007
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Great Home Chefs Knife
The knife length is determined by the size of the cutting board, and it is rare to see anything larger than 18 X 24 inch boards in a home kitchen, which is perfect for an 8 inch knife.
In commercial kitchens, we tend to use 24 X 36 inch laminated maple cutting boards 2 inches thick, and these work well with a 10 inch knife.
A professional entre-metier can chop about a ton of vegetables per hour with a 10 inch knife, but home cooks are more likely looking at a about a pound ...
[Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife Black (47520) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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03/26/2007
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Excellence!!
This knife is a pleasure to use. The blade is deeper than most chef knives, allowing for a more natural cutting position, and less strain on your wrists. The knife comes razor sharp from the factory and seems to hold its edge well. The blade has a very smooth polished finish that helps you glide through food easily. You get full use of the blade because it does not have a bolster. The plastic fibrox handle has an excellent medium sized grip (good for small or big hands) that is very sanitary. Th...
[Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife Black (47520) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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10/09/2007
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The knife Chefs really use
I actually learned of Forschner knives from my daughter who works for a caterer and as a prep chef at an Edible arrangements store. She uses the fancy so-called professional chef's knives at the catering gig where appearences and impressions are crucial and uses the Fibrox knives at the fruit store where function and performance are most important. She loves these knives and gives them as gifts all the time. She does own a set of high end asian knives but uses the Fibrox knives where it matters....
[Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife Black (47520) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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07/12/2008
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Absolute best buy in a Chef's knife
I bought this knife after reading a review of 8 inch Chef's Knives in Cook's Illustrated. They rated this knife above ALL others, including knives costing more than a hundred dollars. It arrives in extremely sharp condition. I've used some expensive Chef's knives, and even an expensive Henckels Santoku. None were as good as this knife.
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Not bad, but the tip broke off
I liked the knife at first but after only a few months of light use, about 1/4" of the tip seems to have broken off. This doesn't surprise me, as the blade is thin compared to the better knives.
Update on this review: I was beyond the Amazon 30-day return period, but Victorinox was more than happy to replace it, emphasizing that all their products have a lifetime guarantee.
[Victorinox 8" Chefs Knife Black (47520) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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11/27/2008
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Sharp knife and comfortable to use
I selected this knife because it was recommended by Cooks Illustrated as a lighter weight french knife. The handle is easy to grip and the knife is very sharp -- a delight to use.
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11/22/2006
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Incredible value for the money
I'm not a professional chef, but I know my way around a kitchen. One thing I never stint on is knives. Cheap knives are a waste of time--good knives are a joy forever. By "cheap" I mean badly crafted knives, not inexpensive knives, because it's always possible to find a moderately-priced knives that outperforms knives double or triple the price.
This is one of those knives.
I haven't been able to determine whether this knife is forged or stamped. The price makes me thin...
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