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An Amazon registry (I would skip the Kohls cutlery offerings) will limit you somewhat, but there are certainly decent options available. I think your selection of two chef knives, a bread knife, and a paring knife is a good choice. For the most part I'm going to suggest fairly costly knives because, frankly, this isn't /r/culinary.

Chef knives first. Everything I have to say about 8"/210mm knives I would apply to 10"/240mm knives unless I make note.

If you want a hefty Western chef knife, I find Messermeister to be best in show. They take an edge better than other stainless German knives I've owned and they keep it longer. I find the grind and profile to be slightly more modern and workable in the Elite models opposed to the highly popular Wusthof Classic and sundry Henckels lines. The fit and finish on them is on par with Wusthof, which is to say impeccable. Messermeister makes three different handles for its Elite lines and offers the blades in a thinner Stealth version, which I like. Since Messermeister's Amazon offerings are a bit wonky I would highly suggest you look around the site for the style you like. You might even find some other kitchen gadgets you like. If you are interested in a French profile, look at K-Sabatier. A carbon K-Sab is a lot of fun. And though the stainless knives they produce aren't really as magical as their carbons, they're still fine knives.

• Messermeister Oliva Elite Stealth: Olive wood handled. My favorite. Extra classy.
  
• Messermeister San Moritz Elite Stealth: Poly handle option. I don't like it as much as the wood handles, but it's much cheaper as offered here.
  
• Messermeister Meridian Elite: Classic black pakka wood handle. It's classic and black.
  
• K-Sabatier carbon: This knife is king of the hill. Yes, it's a hill out in the middle of nowhere, but it's still a nice knife. This style is timeless, but it's also out of stock.
  
• K-Sabatier stainless: I believe this knife uses the same steel as Wusthof and Henckels with a similar heat treatment. The biggest difference is the profile.
  
  There are many good Japanese companies and makers to consider. These knives will all be lighter and somewhat thinner than almost any Western knife. If you want something functional and somewhat reasonably priced, Suisin, Mac, and Tojiro have some good options. In the next price bracket up, a Kikuichi, a Yoshihiro, a Takayuki, or a Misono fits the bill, though Misono knives have become incredibly inflated in price. If you have a rich Uncle Ed, slip a Takeda into your list. I would definitely consider other knives at these general price ranges, but they're not available on Amazon.
  
  A few budget suggestions:
  
  
• Tojiro DP gyuto: A great knife line. Tojiro's VG-10 heat treatment is on par with if not better than Shun's. If you're used to a heavy 10" knife, a Tojiro DP 270mm wouldn't be out of the question.
  
• 7.25" Mac Chef "chef" knife: This is definitely a gyuto, regardless what it's labeled. I've used it on a restaurant line during service and it is quite durable. It's reasonably priced, which makes it a popular choice in the food industry.
  
• 10" Mac Chef chef knife: Though they're from the same line, this knife has a wholly more substantial feel on the board than the above. It's still light. It's not priced as well as its shorter cousin. This is the knife that opened my eyes to what Japanese knives could be. The knife is available in the 12" length which, like the Tojiro, coming from a full weight Western knife would still be light.
  
• Suisin HC gyuto: A carbon steel knife selection. These knives have good production values and take a great edge. These knives have decent asymmetrical grinds, which is a definite plus for me. Suisin also makes a comparable Inox stainless line that is quite nice.
  
  To find out who really loves you:
  
  
• Takayuki Grand Chef gyuto: To be fair, I have not used this knife. Those who have like it, though they usually consider it a bit overpriced. It's made from AEB-L, which in kitchen knives is my favorite stainless. I would prefer the Suisin HC.
  
• Misono UX10 gyuto: This knife has been around for a few years and it's pretty popular at high end restaurants. It's nice, but it's a bit overpriced for what you get; the steel and grind on it are unremarkable. The fit and finish on it is probably the best you can buy, though.
  
• Yoshihiro gyuto: This knife is again a bit pricey for what you get, but it does at least include a saya. It offers you a crack at a wa handle, which is a slightly different experience. The steel is somewhat softer than I would like.
  
  Rich Uncle Ed special:
  
  
• Takeda 210mm Aogami Super gyuto: It's thin. It's light. It's made by a wizened old master craftsman. It's got a weird grind that does a whole lot of work while cutting something. It's made out of one of the finest carbon steels being produced today. It's... really expensive. Takeda lovers swear by them, but they're much too tall on the board for me.
  
  Unfortunately I didn't spot many knives on Amazon that I have confidence in and feature a Japanese handle. That's a shame because they're a treat.
  
  Unlike my essay on chef knives, I have only one bread knife suggestion, the Mac Superior 270mm bread knife. It's the best Amazon has to offer and one of the best bread knives you can buy. Tojiro makes a clone that sells for less elsewhere if no one gives you one.
  
  Paring knives are a little different. Edge retention and grind are much less important than geometry. I have this Henckels Pro 3" and I like it; the height of the blade is very comfortable. It has no flex, though, so don't expect to use it optimally for boning tasks. I am almost as happy with any Victorinox paring knife. I would suggest you try as many as possible in brick and mortar outlets to figure out what you like.
  
  And finally, storage. A wall mounted magnetic strip is popular. Those made of wood have less chance of scratching or damaging a knife, so they're somewhat preferable, but as long as you pop the knife off tip first you won't damage it. I've used this strip from Winco for the past year at work with no ill effect. A knife block actually is a good storage option if you can find one to fit your collection. The biggest risk is catching the tip when the knife is inserted into the block, but that's not much of a concern if the user is careful. I use a Victorinox block that was a gift at home for most of my house knives. This block is great, I've been told. A drawer insert is another good low space option. I like my Knife Dock for the stuff I want to keep safe. It lets me slip in as many knives as I have space for the handles. This insert from Wusthof is also popular.

I got some pretty good baking swag this year.

First up was a Kopykake. I will be making disgusting amounts of cookies over the next year putting this thing to the test.

A KitchenAid Architect was shocked to see it was the full set as these are stupid expensive.

Possibly my favorite gift for kitchen stuff this year was DrawerDecor which has finally made my drawers a non clusterfuck.

Steel prep table similar to this but not this model. Got it before Christmas but was told it was an early xmas gift.

Wire Shelving similar to this, but again not this model. Its 4' wide and each shelf can take 600. It freed up SO much room for me. I highly recommend more shelving for any of you guys/gals who have the room for it.

18" Magnetic Knife Strip, again more stuff out of shelves, off of counter tops etc.

Glass mixing bowls

Last but certainly not least, I finally got this cookie sheet from chicago metallic. Such a nice piece.


Now I think it is worth noting that I bake for a living, and that most people don't actually want a prep table or a 3' tall projector in their kitchen but damnit I love it! :)

The main theme for this xmas seems to be helping me get my kitchen to the OCD level needed in a professional kitchen. Not sure the missus loves the strict flow of kitchen as much as I do but man, it feels good and looks great.

Silicone spatula's are one of the greatest inventions ever for no stick. Be sure to spend some money, buy a small and large saute pan in no-stick, a small, medium, and large pot, and practice. Then, once you have some XP and level up, get a large stainless saute pan like this:

Cuisinart MCP33-24HN MultiClad Pro Stainless 3-1/2-Quart Saute with Helper and Cover https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009W28RRA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7kHkDb93NS6Q4

You can use it for most things, and it will heat a lot more evenly. Build from there. Get a good 8" chef knife set like this:

J.A. Henckels International 31419-001 Fine Edge Pro Starter Knife Set, 3-piece, Black/Stainless Steel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004RFNM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JmHkDbZQGCHGK

and a magnetic knife holder:

Magnetic Knife Strips, 15 Inch Magnetic Knife Storage Strip, Knife Holder, Knife Rack, Knife Strip, Kitchen Utensil Holder, Tool Holder, Multipurpose Magnetic Knife Rack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K1P1BPN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.oHkDbBFMEQBR

And you're off to a great start. Knife blocks are a waste imo. Good luck and have fun! Learning to feed yourself and others is one of the best things you can do.

I agree with what everyone else said on getting rid of stuff because you do have a good amount of cabinet space. Then get more efficient and clever about how you use the cabinet space you do have. For one I would move the racks you have on the counter into the cabinets so you can store things underneath them and create more space. Someone else mentioned a tiered plate holder. I have one of those and it works great!

Finding ways to use vertical space has done wonders for my small kitchen. For the spices you could mount a rack like this one on the side of the cabinet to free up counter space: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ES1SRU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_co3SCbN770XC2
I purchased a magnetic knife rack that hangs on the wall because I only have two drawers in my kitchen I needed for other things: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016ISHAC8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Vz3SCb4EVBRP6
I've even seen people do pegboards, with adjustable hooks for hanging pots, pans and utensils: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CP5VN0E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EB3SCbTNZBQZP

I would definitely get a small dish drying rack that fits into one side of the sink and get those dishes off the counter. It will look much neater. The stuff on top of the fridge would look more tidy in a basket/crate. I'd get two command hooks and hang those potholders on the wall right above the stove. I also use command hooks to hang pot lids on the inside of my cabinets. I'd also move the cutting boards off the counter and down below facing sideways so you can pull them out easily. Cutting boards are great for low deep spaces.

A general rule of thumb is that a bunch of smaller items will tend to look more cluttered than a few big items. So if you need to keep something on the counter make it the bigger appliances.

How to wash a knife safely.

Don't get a set. Sets are designed to get you paying for knives you'll never use. I recommend starting with a chef's knife and a paring knife. The chef knife is your workhorse, you'll use it for almost everything. The paring knife is traditionally used for peeling and detail work, but just think of it as what you reach for when the job is too small for the chef knife. If you bake bread or buy unsliced loaves of it, you'll probably also want a bread knife.

Victorinox Fibrox knives are great knives for a new cook and an excellent value for the money. Here's their chef's knife, their paring knife, and their bread knife. That leaves you with enough money to buy a block and stay under $100. I like the wall mounted magnetic ones with a wooden face like this one myself, but there are plenty of other options if that's not what you want.

If you don't have one already, how about a magnetic knife rack?

http://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Inch-Aluminum-Magnetic-Knife/dp/B0014WNVHC/ref=cm_cmu_pg__header

If she likes things to be tidy, she'll appreciate the simplicity and cleanliness this provides.

To go along with it, you could get some good knives. I'm not really knowledgeable on this subject so I can't really provide any input on brands to purchase.

After this, you could make her favourite dish for supper and then play some kind of sport she enjoys with her (you said she's the outdoorsy type haha, but if she's not into sports then just take her some place).

Hopefully you can use one of my ideas :)

Magnetic knife strips like you'd find at a kitchen/restaurant supply store. You can mount these to a wall and your steelbooks will stick to them easily. They come in varrying lengths and styles... You can even get some that are made from wood.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0714BBCXL

Also, regardless of what sytem you use, order some clear steelbook protective covers. magnets will hold through them easily, but will also prevent the mounts from scratching the shit out of the steelbooks. (this is a good idea anyway, even if you shelve them, so they dont get scratched)

I would say get a petty knife, then get either a smaller paring knife or a larger utility knife depending on your needs. This is a good European value option, or you could get a Tojiro DP 5" petty if you want to try a more expensive Japanese knife. You can also get a 5" Victorinox if you want matching knives.

Depending on how bad your hand-me-downs are, you may want a good quality serrated bread knife.

As for storage, wall-mounted magnetic strips are great. Really, really great. Other options are a universal knife block (make sure that the rods holding the knives can be removed for washing), using blade guards or putting a knife organizer in one of your drawers.

There are a lot of different options that suit different people. If you want a knife that can handle a little more abuse, dulls much more quickly, but can be honed regularly to maintain sharpness, German knives might suit you better (Wusthof, Messermeister, etc). If you don't mind the minor maintenance of a carbon steel knife that can hold the best edge for the longest amount of time between sharpenings, a carbon steel Japanese knife will suit you well. Personally, I don't think you need much more than a 240mm gyuto and a petty to handle pretty much every kitchen task. If you have room in your kitchen, I'd get a magnetic knife holder rather than a new knife block. Here's what I'd get if I was starting fresh, and I'd use the victorinox as a beater knife. https://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Functionality-Organizer-Securely-Organized/dp/B01JLCHFTQ/ref=sr_1_10?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1511804033&sr=1-10&keywords=magnetic+knife+strip http://www.knivesandstones.com/tanaka-blue-2-kurouchi-gyuto-240mm-with-custom-octagonal-ebony-handle/ http://www.knivesandstones.com/shinko-seilan-petty-135mm-ku-aogami-super-by-shiro-kamo/

Someone shared this with me yesterday and it's one of my new faves!

Good luck with the job and thanks for passing on the awesomeness!
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My friends have this really cool magnet system to store their knives on the wall, it looks really cool and it's really efficient. There are also these nice storage compartments that when on their side, can double as a shelf.

Knife magnet

Shelf

Back when i worked in a kitchen, I fell in love with the magnetic knife strips on the wall. they were so accessible and once I got my own expensive quality knives, i wanted to keep them safe out of the drawer, so this is where it's at.

cheap. simple. saves time.

That is awesome!

I might be inclined to add a magnetic strip in the lid to hold a paring knife, barspoon, zester, etc.

Something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Inch-Magnetic-Knife-Tool/dp/B000CRDDBE/ref=sr_1_3?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1397597312&sr=1-3

Thanks! Here you go! Powerful Magnetic Knife Holder | 16 Inch Cherry wood Solid Wall Mount Strip Tool Storage | Utensil Bar Rack & Kitchen Sets Organizer with Multi-Purpose Functionality https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072J8ZQFQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_D-fWAbM8AX7TK

If you are just looking for something functional, get one of those magnetic knife holders, http://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Inch-Magnetic-Knife-Tool/dp/B000CRDDBE/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1408387515&sr=1-1.

If you are looking for style, I agree the "Bamboo Skewer Knife Block" is an awesome idea. I made one a couple of years ago and I really like it!

I don't know what you consider small, I've seen some kitchens in apartments that are one small path with appliances and counters on each side. Mine isn't nearly that bad (about 140 square feet) but it is very limiting. What I've done to help make it feel bigger is to utilize every bit of free space: walls, floor, fridge, cabinet sides, etc.

Some of the things I've created to help make room include:

• I fitted a wall without cabinets or a counter-top with a wood-countertop and mounted brackets underneath to hold all of my general use pans. Renter friendly as I only put about 5 screw holes in the wall. This may not be possible in your kitchen. It turned mine, with next to no counter space, into a very functional kitchen.
  
  
• I bought some of that 4-rack chrome, wire shelving. I took one shelf out and mounted it on the wall to hold pans and also allow for hooks to be hung to hold various kitchen utensils.
  
  More general tips:
  
  
• Since strainers take up so much room in a cabinet and cabinet space is limited, I mounted all of mine on the outside of the cabinets.
  
  
• Peg board in the kitchen.
  
  
• Keep the big appliances that are seldom used elsewhere. I keep the convenience items (casadia maker, pizzazz, toaster oven, etc.) in a closet.
  
  
• When space is a problem, getting everything off your counter can open up your kitchen. Spices, toasters, mixers, etc. need to go to leave you more room to work.
  
  
• Get a portable cutting board/kitchen cart. I stripped down an old night stand and turned it into a portable cutting board for next to nothing. This has made a huge difference in my cooking quality of life. Sliding it up next to the stove to hold all of your ingredients, hold clean dishes that overflow the sink, or use it as a cutting board. It is versatile as hell.
  
  
• Get a magnetic knife bar to get the knives off your counter-top. This was probably the single biggest space saver as knife blocks tend to be huge.
  
  
• Consider a hutch. They are low profile and fit into spaces that few other things can...they also hold a TON of stuff. Building one yourself is a weekend project if you have access to the tools.
  
  Consider posting a picture of your place and we can probably provide you with more ideas on what you can do to modify what you have in a rental-friendly way.

I can't recommend under $20, but this strip at $35 has been great. I currently have 4 knives on it, probably room for at least 1 or 2 more.

You're at home now, treat em good. They deserve the rest and you deserve the aesthetics.

https://www.amazon.com/Powerful-Magnetic-Wooden-Unique-Walnut/dp/B01E1SV07S

Instead of a knife block I recommend a magnetized wall mount like this. If you live near an Ikea they sell one for $8.99. I have the wall magnet and it's awesome. Knives are all at the ready and there is no counter or drawer space taken up. Plus then people think you are a bad ass so that is a plus.

Is it in a kitchen by any chance? Because it looks a bit like a magnetic knife holder.

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Two things:

• Seam rippers 6 for $2, free shipping.
  
  
• Magnetic knife rack above my sewing machine. Holds seam rippers, pins, scissors, snips...

I got this one about a year ago, and it has worked well enough. Came with 3m tape to stick it to the wall, and is magnetic enough that knives stick to it well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016ISHAC8/

You can get wall strips that are supposed to be used to hang your knifes and other metal cooking utensils on the wall. It's nice if it works for you. https://www.amazon.com/KITCHEN-Stainless-Steel-Magnetic-Holder/dp/B01J0WCHFE

I got mine at the hardware store. For Knives, you will need something stronger like this.

Not even getting into the whole machined vs forged thing, if youre supposed to leave it flat on the counter like that, i dont see how it takes up any less space than a knife block that would hold way more than 4 knives. This is a better space saving option for knives.

https://smile.amazon.com/friendly-Bamboo-magnetic-Premium-Presents/dp/B01N55R85O/

You could go Tojiro DP

3 piece set

https://www.chefknivestogo.com/tojiro3pcset.html

Santoku

https://www.chefknivestogo.com/todpsakn17.html

Bread knife

https://www.chefknivestogo.com/toitkbrkn.html

Magnetic knife strip

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072FFLJTS?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Fits your budget and would be a significant step up from the Dalstrong.

I need this pretty badly because we keep getting gifted knives and our drawer is becoming deadly! Chuck Finley, go Angels!

FYI if anyone is looking for ideas for organizing their new shop, there is no need for pegboard anymore. Just use a few of these:
https://www.amazon.com/MASTER-MAGNETICS-07661-Tool-Holder/dp/B0010Z9S52

You can buy a knife block separately, or a magnetic wall-mounted knife holder, or if you do store them in a drawer, get a set of these guys

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0010Z9S52/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1480951676&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=magnetic+tool+holder&dpPl=1&dpID=31PGj4zRWGL&ref=plSrch

I would rather spend [20 bucks] (http://www.amazon.com/Norpro-Inch-Aluminum-Magnetic-Knife/dp/B0014WNVHC/ref=zg_tr_13840861_14) than have that hideous thing on my wall.

stick 'em to your fridge.

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That's so exciting!!!

I think every home needs one of these of some sort.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016ISHAC8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_JqTRBbQSD8WBK

https://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-Fibrox-45520-Frustration-Packaging/dp/B008M5U1C2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485262932&sr=8-1&keywords=victronix+knives+8

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UASOA8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Functionality-Organizer-Securely-Organized/dp/B01JLCHFTQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1485262984&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=magnetic+knife+strip&psc=1

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Not exactly what your asking about but a few options to consider.

https://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Organizing-Utensils-Stainless-Kitchen/dp/B01J0WCHFE

https://www.webstaurantstore.com/13-black-magnetic-knife-holder-strip-with-hooks/792MTH13P.html

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Traeger-Magnetic-Hooks-Tool-Holder/45823515

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knife holder!

Looks like your standard knife block to me.

Here is my process. After washing, wipe dry with a soft cloth then prop against my dish rack for a while until 100% dry. I then use my wooden magnetic knife block for storage:

https://i.imgur.com/8kwlfLV.jpg

I made this knife block, but you can buy similar ones online:

https://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Functionality-Organizer-Securely-Organized/dp/B01JLCHFTQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1543361012&sr=8-4&keywords=wooden+magnetic+knife+block

I also occasionally wipe on some mineral oil, maybe every couple months.

What's the downside of magnets? I was tempted to get one of those wooden encased magnet strips at some point.

Like this

I said mag block - which they make - but what I really meant/have is a mag strip, like this.

Generally, I would avoid the strips in this style where a bunch of individual magnets are embedded in a block. Those you have to aim the knife so it sits on a magnet vs the true strips where the entire surface will hold onto a knife.