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Knife Advice for Beginners

Peeling knife or paring knife? Bread knife or boning knife? The choices can be overwhelming. What types of knives would you include in a set for someone just starting out?

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by craftgun40
Nov 7, 2000 What to look for in your first set of knives
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by Susie-34668
Sep 24, 2001 The quality or quantity depends on how often you cook!
Do not buy a set. This is a waste of money for beginners. Choose your knives on a needs basis only. This will save you money.... read full review
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by tbrown
Jul 7, 2000 EXPENSIVE NOT NECESSARILY BEST
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by erin5oaks
Apr 25, 2000 Need new knives?
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by pweisenberg
Feb 23, 2000 Does a bachelor really need a knife?
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by lmag
Dec 31, 2000 A New Mezza Luna (not the restaurant in California)
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by chichimongo
Aug 25, 2000 Simple Lesson on Using a Knife!
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by ramsfan
Jan 28, 2000 First Two Knives
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by pamela95
Jan 12, 2000 More than just an old wives tale
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by afollmer
Feb 7, 2001 A good set of knives will last you forever...
Select a knife that feels right to you, and care for it properly.... read full review
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by Quagmar
Nov 1, 2000 Knives 101
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by NurturingFirst
Sep 10, 2000 The Best $75 I've Ever Spent.
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by laryan
Jan 23, 2000 What to look for when buying a knife.
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by s_burright
May 8, 2007 Making sense of steel
Almost everything you hear about knife steel is meaningless or misleading. Here's how to think about steel in the kitchen.... read full review
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by SLOW
Jan 26, 2000 Your Knives And You
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by santonucci
Jun 5, 2000 A Knifemaker's Opinion
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by ldarwent
Mar 10, 2000 Friodur Henckels Hidden Secret!
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by jamiebond
Dec 11, 2000 A different knife
Great value and years of service, a great addition to anyones knife selection. Their claim of being the "sharpest knife in the world" may well be true.... read full review
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by KidsrUs
Feb 2, 2000 Kitchen Cutlery 101
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by diverpam
Jul 9, 2000 I can't function without this knife!
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