Quote (HeavonHand @ Apr 3 2013 12:17am)

I didn't read the three pages, but as a Chef, I feel entitled to answer the question.

Don't waste your money on anything that you haven't held in your hand.  All (quality) knives will take care of you just as well as you take care of them.  You should make your decision based upon how the knife feels in your hand, i.e. how heavy the blade is, how comfortable you are with the length, and lastly - the aesthetic qualities that might encourage you to regularly use it.

I love my knife, and I could never replace it.  I steel it regularly, during and after use.  I sharpen it on a wet stone, and I keep the edge as thin as a razor.  Spend a little extra if you have to, but don't settle for something that doesn't feel perfect in your hand.  Only you can know whats right.  Find it, and take care of it.

Quote (ReturnFormer @ Apr 3 2013 12:42pm)

the only problem with that is that most shops ive been to dont have 'floor models' for you to hold before you buy it.  kinda hard to tell the feel if its in a plastic package. 

otherwise good advice.

Quote (Tylenol @ Apr 3 2013 07:38pm)

you must not be going to proper kitchen supply stores then.

when I just went to buy my new Global knives they would let you try every knife and even provided some veggies to cut.

I know of 2 other stores in my area that do the same.

Quote (ReturnFormer @ Apr 3 2013 09:31pm)

ah, cool.  none of the ones around here do... 

do they do that for the cheaper knives too or only the higher end ones?