So I need a new paring knife, grandma's is going to fall completely apart in the next few uses. It is 20+ years old and been abused, and given me a few great years of use. The rest of its matched set still holds strong, but it's gonna die, and that's OK.
I talked to my brother, who is a chef, and he suggests a henkels (which he has and loves) or a wustof, both of which I can aquire locally. But that was how the suggestion was left, this or that one.
What are your experiences with quality blades? What do you look for in a new blade? Handle preference, shape and material? Are you a brand loyalist?
I'm looking for a nice blade that will stay with me for the next 20+ years. I can't afford anything to pricey. I know that I can find what I'm looking for around $50ish. Thanks all in advance.
I talked to my brother, who is a chef, and he suggests a henkels (which he has and loves) or a wustof, both of which I can aquire locally. But that was how the suggestion was left, this or that one.
What are your experiences with quality blades? What do you look for in a new blade? Handle preference, shape and material? Are you a brand loyalist?
I'm looking for a nice blade that will stay with me for the next 20+ years. I can't afford anything to pricey. I know that I can find what I'm looking for around $50ish. Thanks all in advance.