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blades
		blades
the right knife can change everything! get to know the blades on the block, what tasks they are best for & how a precise slice can give you serious chops in the kitchen.
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types of knives 
			more than a blade, each knife is cut out for specific tasks to make prep safer, easier & more efficient.
			
		
chef's knife 
				a versatile, everyday addition with a gentle curved blade for chopping, mincing & most kitchen jobs. 
				
			
utility
				sized between the chef's & paring knives, this blade is on-call for mincing vegetables, fruits & herbs. 
				
			
boning knife 
				this narrow blade easily removes small bones: a flexible blade is best for poultry & fish, while a rigid blade is best for beef & pork.
				
			
paring knife  
				this straight-edged knife is great for peeling, shaping & decorating, as it feels like an extension of the hand to deliver precision when cutting smaller foods.
				
			
santoku 
				the master of mincing, slicing & dicing, this knife has a light, hard blade & hollow edge for thin, delicate results.
				
			
slicing/carving 
				thinner than a chef's knife, this knife ranges from rigid to flexible & is your choice for carving poultry, hams, roasts & other large cuts of meat. 
				
			
cleaver
				a heavy-duty design cuts through bones, joints & other tough areas with a wide, thick blade & an edge that doesn't chip easily—the heavier the design the better.
				
			
bread knife 
				a serrated edge expertly cuts through food that is firm on the outside & soft on the inside without squishing, crushing or denting. 
				
			materials & design features 
			sharpen your knowledge on the details that make the cut in the kitchen.
			
		
knife blades
				the make of a blade will determine its lifespan & its performance in your space:
				• high carbon stainless steel stain & rust resistant, this high-end design holds a strong
edge that doesn't dull quickly & can be sharpened with ease.
• stainless steel a budget-friendly choice that is highly resistant to corrosion, stains &
rust.
• carbon steel an inexpensive & easy-to-sharpen pick that holds a sharp edge.
			edge that doesn't dull quickly & can be sharpened with ease.
• stainless steel a budget-friendly choice that is highly resistant to corrosion, stains &
rust.
• carbon steel an inexpensive & easy-to-sharpen pick that holds a sharp edge.

forged knives 
				hand-hammered from a single piece of metal, these knives are thicker, harder & better
balanced. forged knives have bolsters & are specially treated for greater density & flexibility.
			balanced. forged knives have bolsters & are specially treated for greater density & flexibility.

stamped knives 
				less expensive & cut to shape from a sheet of metal, these blades are hand-treated for
strength with a thinner blade, no bolster & a lighter density.
			strength with a thinner blade, no bolster & a lighter density.