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No matter how experienced or inexperienced you are in the kitchen, you will benefit greatly from the use of a high-quality chef’s knife. Choosing high-quality cutlery can have significant benefits in the kitchen, both in terms of safety and efficiency. Moreover,  a knife is one of the few kitchen items you use practically every time you cook food. If you have ever worked with a blunt knife, or any knives that are of inferior quality, you will be frustrated. That is why chefs are very particular about the knife brands they buy. In terms of quality and ease of use, most chefs trust Japanese and German knife brands, not because they are the best but because they have learned to use technology in producing knives. While German and Japanese knife brands have their own limitations and features, let’s check out some of the best knife brands;<\/p>

Best Knife Brands in the World<\/span><\/h2>

Although people are more familiar with knives made in Japan or in Germany, there are other nations that make functional knives too. The following are some of the best knife brands in the world;<\/p>

#1. Kramer Knives<\/span><\/h3>

First on this list of top knife brands is Kramer Knives of Bellingham, WA. The founder of Kramer Knives, Bob Kramer, is a renowned bladesmith. Many believe he is the most well-known master bladesmith in the United States. Kramer knives are not commonly found in local markets. Each of the knives bearing his name was carefully handled by him, and they are all from the same store. <\/p>

The distinctive Damascus steel layers that are used to make Kramer knives are their calling card. Kramer begins by slicing six pieces of high-carbon steel in half and heating them to near-melting temperatures before hammering the resulting block and folding it in on itself. Not only does this method make a knife that looks good, but it also makes a blade that is strong and can be used in different ways.<\/p>

His website currently functions as an online auction for newly introduced knives. Because Bob’s artwork is becoming increasingly complex, the price has grown accordingly. According to history, the brand presently only makes 30 pieces of knives per year and these are only available on the brand\u2019s website. <\/p>

#2. W\u00fcsthof<\/span><\/h3>

Next on our list of top knife brands is Wusthof.  There are few knife brands that offer a lifetime warranty, Wusthof is one of these. This brand is one of the reasons why people argue between Japan and German make better knives. If you have ever seen a Zwilling knife, you will praise its sharpness and ease of use. Wusthof is way sharper than Zwilling.<\/p>

This brand is fantastic because it can be used for everything from chopping and dicing to cutting bone-in meats. The half-bolster on W\u00fcsthof’s knives protects your fingers and makes sharpening a breeze, while the knives’ patented carbon blades stay razor sharp for longer.<\/p>

#3. Mac<\/span><\/h3>

Mac knives are one of the top Japanese knife brands. This brand’s headquarter may be in Seki, Japan but it doesn’t end in Japan. Not, not at all. Mac on the contrary is an international brand that has shipped over 25 million blades across the globe. Mac was founded in 1964 and its blades are made from high-quality Japanese Molybdenum High-Carbon steel.  Each of their 15-degree angles combines characteristics of the Western V and the Japanese single edge. These knives have a Rockwell C hardness of 57 to 61, making them long-lasting and simple to hone again and again. Here we have the 8-inch Knife from the Professional Series, complete with dimples. For effortless product release and ventilation, while chopping, slicing, or mincing, this knife is crafted from MTH-80 steel and features dimples around the edge.<\/p>

This knife is extremely portable and balanced. As a result, the knife becomes much more user-friendly and can perform most of the cutting tasks.<\/p>

#4. Cangshan Cutlery<\/span><\/h3>

Cangshan Cutlery is one of the best knife brands. The company’s headquarters is in Yangjiang, China. Not many believed the little project of Henry Liu will one day become a household name across the globe. Cangshan Cutlery started in China and eventually shipped his wares to the United States and Europe. Modern designs sit alongside traditional Western and Japanese blades in its extensive collection. Most chefs are familiar with this brand because of the Thomas Keller Signature Collection of cutlery which was created by chef Thomas Keller with Cangshan Cutlery in 2018. <\/p>

Rumor has it that the Thomas Keller Signature’s ergonomic handle and superior edge retention were desired with chefs in mind. If you have ever come across this knife set, you will praise its precise cuts and ease of use.  <\/p>

 #5. Zwilling J.A. Henckels<\/span><\/h3>

Zwilling J.A. Henckels is the next name on our list of top knife brands. Zwilling J.A. Henckels is a leading knife brand with headquarters in Solingen, Germany. One of the things that distinguish this brand is that it has become a mainstay in many domestic and commercial kitchens worldwide. Zwilling J.A. Henckels was founded in 1895 and has developed innovative new blade materials and manufacturing techniques over the last 126 years. <\/p>

One of the fascinating things about this brand is that Zwilling knives are covered by a lifetime warranty from the manufacturer, so if anything goes wrong with the knife’s construction (say, the handle breaks off) you can just send it back and get a new one. This can only mean that the brand trusts its product enough, little wonder why they have been around for a long time.<\/p>

Most of Zwilling J.A. Henckels’ new product is the result of new machinery that is designed to meet the rigorous standards required to manufacture this knife. The combination of chromium and carbon in the steel makes it very good at keeping its edge, resisting corrosion, and being flexible in a business setting.<\/p>

#6.Chicago Cutlery<\/span><\/h3>

Chicago makes the three most important knives in the world. These are the chef’s knife, a paring knife, and an essential utility knife. In addition to this, they make knife sets and everyone knows the benefit of buying a knife set. <\/p>

On the whole, Chicago is a great value, and its high ranking reflects the outstanding quality it offers for the price. Anyone who uses this brand can attest that there is little or no difference between it and the major famous expensive brands. <\/p>

#7. Zwilling Kramer<\/span><\/h3>

Next on our list of top knife brands is Zwilling Kramer. Zwilling already sounds familiar, and so does Kramer, the renowned American bladesmith. But Zwilling Kramer? One will assume it’s a caricature of the two renowned knife brands, but it’s not. However, it’s far from being a caricature version of the two renowned knife brands. It’s a brand that was born out of the union between Bob Kramer and Zwilling J.A Henckels. Because Bob Kramer knives are so expensive and in such short supply, Zwilling asked him about collaborating to make his work more widely available. <\/p>

This collaboration gave rise to one of the best Japanese knife brands in Sekin. The 8-inch Euroline Stainless Damascus Collection chef’s knife made by Zwilling Kramer is one of the most exciting things that came out of this partnership. Special care was taken in creating this brand. First, Bob Kramer, the bladesmith, has always loved leaving his signature on his works. So it didn’t come as a surprise that the center rivets for this series are hand-made by him and shipped to Japan, where they are installed in the grips.<\/p>

#8. Enso<\/span><\/h3>

Seventh on our list of the best knife brands is Enso. Enso isn’t just a Japanese knife, it’s one of most chefs’ favorite brands. Their blades are not as durable as Shun or Miyabi but the brand is notable for using traditional elements of Japanese blades such as hammered Damascus steel. <\/p>

Chefs who rely on their knives every day will benefit greatly from using knives from the Enso line because of their superior ergonomics and razor-sharp edge.<\/p>

#9. Steelport – Portland, OR<\/span><\/h3>

Steelport is a new company that Ron Khormaei and Eytan Zias started in 2020. Even though the brand is fairly new, it is made by an innovative steel company that focuses on making knives that are both beautiful and useful. Despite being a new product, it has already distinguished itself as a top-tier option.<\/p>

The high-carbon steel used in these blades is also manufactured in the United States, like Kramer. Resin is applied to the Oregon Big Leaf Maple Burl used for the handles to prevent the wood from changing shape too much over time. All of the knives’ non-cutting edges, including the bolster that fits into your pinch grip, have been rounded for your safety and comfort.<\/p>

Finally, the blades have been dipped into coffee from the cafe around the corner from their place of business. This final step is what initiates the patina on the knife. <\/p>

The use of these knives will give your food that one-of-a-kind flair that makes chefs proud to show it off. The curved shape of the blade makes cutting feel quite natural, whether you’re making broad strokes or going in for the tiny details.<\/p>

What Knives Are The Best?<\/span><\/h2>

The following are some of the best knife brands for chefs;<\/p>