Global G-2 8-inch Cook's Knife
Global G-2 8-inch Cook's Knife

Best chef's knife

*Est. $120
Estimated Price

The Global G-2 8-inch Cook's Knife is a gyuto knife, a hybrid between a traditional chef's knife and a santoku. Reviewers say this Japanese-made knife is light, well balanced and very sharp. It's most comfortable for users with smaller hands.

Wüsthof Classic Santoku 4183
Wüsthof Classic Santoku 4183

Best santoku knife

*Est. $75
Estimated Price

A top performer in reviews, the Wüsthof Classic Santoku is well balanced, sharp and comfortable for most. Owners say it is light and well balanced, with a comfortable grip. What's more, this santoku knife is far less expensive than rival knives, such as the runner up Shun Classic Santoku DM0718 (*Est. $170).

Wüsthof Classic 3½-inch Paring Knife
Wüsthof Classic 3½-inch Paring Knife

Best paring knife

*Est. $35
Estimated Price

Solidly built, yet nimble and precise, the Wüsthof Classic 3½-inch Paring Knife is designed for detail work, like peeling fruit or trimming the stems off strawberries. However, owners say it actually excels at a wider variety of delicate tasks in the kitchen.

J.A. Henckels Four Star
J.A. Henckels Four Star

Best knife set

*Est. $170
Estimated Price

Unlike many sets that contain superfluous pieces, the J.A. Henckels Four Star 7-piece set includes the essentials: an 8-inch chef's knife, 4-inch paring knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife and 5-inch santoku in addition to shears, a sharpening steel and storage block. The set delivers both performance and value.

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