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Want a reasonably priced Chef\'s knife?

RRP
RRP Posts: 26,481
edited November -0001 in EggHead Forum
I admit I'm a sucker for the product recommendations made by Cook's Illustrated. Besides continuing to tout Thermapens which many of us own they have had other great reviews having lead me to buy a 12" Forschner Fibrox granton edge slicer and small items such as a OXO brand food scale, super balanced spatulas and even a garlic press just to name a few. Well, in their Nov/Dec 2009 issue the test feature was on "hybrid" 8" chef's knives. These are a cross between the heavy European design features and the thinner and lighter precision Japanese style. Their top rating of Highly Recommended were 3 knives... a MASAMOTO for $136.50; a MISONO for $156.00; and a VICTORINOX Forschner for $24.95...yup - I said $24.95! That knife even beat out the four in their next group down of just Recommended which ranged from $85 to $169!

Today I ordered one along with a hard plastic blade safe. While this knife will not be heirloom quality like some of you spend money to obtain this baby will serve my needs for years to come and even if it didn't $24.95 isn't an arm and a leg and besides Cook's Illustrated said it is "Best in the West".

If interested here's where I ordered mine...
http://www.cutleryandmore.com/
Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • Richard Fl
    Richard Fl Posts: 8,297
    Nice choice. I just picked up a used Cozzini 12 inch blade 17 inch total length knife from a restaurant supply close out for $5. It will be perfect for briskets and roasts.

    Many butcher shops use the brand you just bought.

    http://www.cadcutlery.com/cooks.htm
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  • Hoss
    Hoss Posts: 14,600
    I have read several articles on the V/F knives.All gave RAVE reviews. ;)
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  • Richard Fl
    Richard Fl Posts: 8,297
    You going to make Florida in March?
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  • Misippi Egger
    Misippi Egger Posts: 5,095
    I read the same article (several times) trying to make a decision. I wasn't sure I could maintain the 15* critical angle on a Japanese knife and the CI article really praised the V/F. I got one for Christmas, along with a 6* V/F boning knife and a ceramic steel. So far it has been great. Now if I can just keep the wifey from putting it in the sink and the dishwasher... :(

    You will love it! :woohoo:
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,481
    Cook's recommended this Forschner 12" slicer that I just love!
    IMG_2613.jpg

    BTW I paid $60 for it a couple years ago and now I see Cutery and More has it on sale now for $39!
    Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • Squeeze
    Squeeze Posts: 717
    That is one amazing brisket slicer. I have many of their knives and they resharpen very well and for the price can't be beat.
    Kevin Jacques
    The University of Que L.L.C. ®
    Killen, AL
    www.uofque.com

    Take Your Taste Buds to School!
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  • Hoss
    Hoss Posts: 14,600
    I have rooms booked and tickets or whatever purchased.Still not sure,may have to let someone else take my place. :(
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  • Little Steven
    Little Steven Posts: 28,817
    Ron,

    Great site! I have the Cameron's smoker on that page and it is the most versatile pan I have. Great on the large egg, heavy enough to deglaze and it comes with a rack for roasting.

    Steve

    Steve 

    Caledon, ON

     

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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,481
    I know what you mean and though my bride and I have been happily married 43 years now I still remember my frustration years ago explaining what not to do with MY sharp knives! Simply stated I said I use them and I WILL clean them. Unfortunately to this day she thinks a dull knife is a safe knife and we all know that is not true!

    Wouldn't you know that the first time I used that extremely sharp 12" slicer I cut my finger badly, but she never knew it! That even renewed my respect for sharpness!
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  • Misippi Egger
    Misippi Egger Posts: 5,095
    Steve,

    I was looking for a good roasting pan after doing the Mad max turkey this fall in a disposable foil pan and having to 'fight' with the irregular bottom when trying to deglaze and make the gravy :angry:

    I am willing to buy the Cameron pan you mentioned above, based on your recommendation. Question: What do you do with the handles when using it on the Large Egg?
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  • Little Steven
    Little Steven Posts: 28,817
    Clark,

    They fold up and clip to the side of the pan. It may be a little small for a big turkey but it is my go to pan for any kind of roast. I paid well over a hunny for mine.

    Steve

    Steve 

    Caledon, ON

     

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  • Rhino
    Rhino Posts: 39
    Is that the forged knife or stamped knife? How do the two creation methods compare?
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  • Misippi Egger
    Misippi Egger Posts: 5,095
    Rhino. I'm pretty sure the F/V is a stamped knife. Purists seem to think a forged knife is better, but based on the Cook Illustrated review and an engineer's self testing of knives I found on the Net, the V/F knife stands up pretty well to the "big boys" and for $24.95 it seemed to be a great value.
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 34,806
    how much smoke gets generated stove top, would it force me out of the kitchen without a ventilator or is it mild enough. might try a couple chips in the wok to see
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • LoneStarEgg
    LoneStarEgg Posts: 287
    Just ordered one of each 1 Forschner 8-in. Chef's Knife, and a Forschner 12-in. Slicing Knife: Granton Edge. How can you go wrong with that deal.
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,481
    That was my point too. As I said last night I already own their 12" slicer and am quite pleased with it so I'm sure when the 8" toad sticker comes I'll be happy with it also.
    Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • Bacchus
    Bacchus Posts: 6,019
    I recently purchased a Mundial 5100 series 8" Chef knife that is of forged steel and has been received high ratings. It was $35.
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  • BigGreenDave
    BigGreenDave Posts: 149
    This is excellant thank you!

    Dave M.
    Dave Montgomery at Wheeling West Virgina
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  • Purpose
    Purpose Posts: 91
    Got one myself. thanks for the rec.

    great knife, especially for the price.

    I have a set of WMF knives that cost 8 times as much and are basically crap.
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