I picked up this http://www.amazon.com/Shun-8-Inch-Stainless-Steel-Chefs/dp/B00022YIFE a few months ago, as well as a utility and paring knife. They've got the same VG10 steel for the blade as the higher-end Shun Classic line, but with a stainless steel handle. I was a bit apprehensive about the steel handle, but I've noticed no issues with grip or slippage. The edge is great, much better than the Henckels knives I've been using for the last few years.
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I've got a (hopefully) quick couple of questions about knife sharpening. I need to buy something to sharpen my knives with. The cheaper the better as long as it's a decent product. I'm leaning towards a DMT Duo-sharp stone, probably a Fine-Extra fine Combo (600 mesh, 25 micron and 1200 mesh, 9 micron).
My reason for looking with the DMTs is I don't want to spend the money on other stones only to end up buying a DMT plate to lap it with anyway, and I don't want to deal with the time/energy to lap a stone. Sharpening/honing for me is not something I get pleasure out of; I have no interest in acquiring a huge collection of stones. I just want to get the job done.
I do have Extra Fine and Extra Extra Fine DMT plates I use for my straights.
Questions:
1. Is there any other product you'd recommend in lieu of the DMTs?
2. Is Fine-Extra Fine combo good for sharpening knives? Should I be looking for something coarser or finer? The knives should always be in decent shape, I don't expect them to ever need a ton of work to get back to proper sharpness.
3. Should I just maybe pick up one more coarser or finer plate in addition to the two I already have? (Edit: Guess I can't go finer, so that part of the question is answered)
My reason for looking with the DMTs is I don't want to spend the money on other stones only to end up buying a DMT plate to lap it with anyway, and I don't want to deal with the time/energy to lap a stone. Sharpening/honing for me is not something I get pleasure out of; I have no interest in acquiring a huge collection of stones. I just want to get the job done.
I do have Extra Fine and Extra Extra Fine DMT plates I use for my straights.
Questions:
1. Is there any other product you'd recommend in lieu of the DMTs?
2. Is Fine-Extra Fine combo good for sharpening knives? Should I be looking for something coarser or finer? The knives should always be in decent shape, I don't expect them to ever need a ton of work to get back to proper sharpness.
3. Should I just maybe pick up one more coarser or finer plate in addition to the two I already have? (Edit: Guess I can't go finer, so that part of the question is answered)
Some very nice knives there!
I have also noticed that the Globals don't stay sharp for a really long time but I would say that I get at least a couple of months use between each touch up. I also love how easy they are to clean and for me they are more than sharp enough. I see what some guys are saying about the handle feeling weird but I think I've gotten used to them. 
Nice blade mate!
Thats a looker' Jason. Is it a double bevel?
I'd go with the Henckels. Globals were enormously popular in the catering trade about 5 years or so ago, at one point it seemed like every new chef had a set. I remember one of our local reps trying to sell me a set at one point, they had a special deal on them. But personally (and it is just personal preference) I never liked the feel of the Global handles they're just a bit thin for me - however I've got huge hands.
Both good knives but the Henckels are more traditional in design and there's a reason the design has lasted for centuries.
Both good knives but the Henckels are more traditional in design and there's a reason the design has lasted for centuries.
I'm thinking we just blew the original posters budget a tad.
There's some nice knives in this thread.
Nice blade mate!
Harner also has straights, and there really nice looking.
http://www.harnerknives.com/
Yep, I have found my way over from the knife forums and joined these other fine folks In the pursuit of all things sharp and pretty.
First Kitchen knives and now straights and strops and soaps and creams and many other things I can have fun with.
Slippery Slope I tell ya.
Cheers
Yes very slippery. 
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