Steak Knives
With Proper Care a High Quality Knife Can Last a Lifetime

A steak knife is typically used in a place setting, especially when meats are served. Steak knives usually have a five inch blade, and can be used in the kitchen as a paring or utility knife. As with any culinary knife, the price will vary depending on the quality of the materials used, the manufacturing process, and the workmanship. It can be difficult to tell a high quality steak knife from an inferior one, because often the important factors only show up through daily use.



When you are choosing new steak knives, there are several key things to look for. Look for a knife with precision craftmanship. This means that the parts of the knife are assembled with no gaps at the joints, and neither the blade or the handle have any irregularities or burrs. Check the surface finish to make sure the blade has a finely ground surface. Look for knives that have handles that are designed to provide a secure grip, and have the proper weight, this will allow for years of safe and comfortable use. Look for knives that are properly balanced, they should lie comfortable in the hand. Look for a knife that has good cutting edge retention, this will extend the time needed between sharpenings.



A good knife should keep its sharpness for a long time. Check the chemical composition of the steel for its corrision resistance. Knives that have more finely ground or polished surfaces are more resistant to rust. Lastly, a quality knife should never be put in a dishwasher, even if the manufacturer states that it is ok.

So, just remember when buying steak knives, look for high quality knives and with the proper care they should last a lifetime.





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