Reddit mentions of Wusthof Classic Ikon Cook's Knife, 8", 2 Lb, 8 Inch, Black

The basics aren't to hard if you are willing to practice. I recommend checking out Korin and Japanese Knife Imports on Youtube, both have good beginner series on knife sharpening. 50-150 pounds can actually get you a decent amount of knife.

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Based on your desire for a durable knife I would recommend looking at Western knives over Japanese knives. Unfortunately since I'm from the states I'm not sure what all is available to you. Wusthof Ikon is functional, has a great warranty, and lacks the pesky full bolster that plagues the Wusthof classic line meaning it's easier to sharpen.

These two are the most commonly recommended western knives (except without the rosewood handle, but it's a gift, so might as well get the nice one).

Victorinox Rosewood Chefs £35


Wüsthof Classic Ikon Chefs £77

All knives require maintenance, and not everyone is willing to baby theirs. In the case of my mother, this means glass chopping boards, dishwasher cycles and no sharpening. She prefers her serrated paring knives, and it works well for her. A high-end dull knife isn't much better than a low-end one, and £100 is a lot of cash for a chefs knife. Something to consider. I'd also consider getting her a quality wooden chopping board.

this is a honing steel, you can use it when your knife starts to feel dull, it will re align the edge.

this is the wusthof ikon. Personally I love the handle.

I too say skip the set. when you buy a set it is lower quality usually than what you can buy individually. chef's knife, slicing knife, and Bread knife? I find I don't need one but had one for years. they are great for fresh bread. but my chef's knifes are so sharp that the store bought breads I have to slice I can use those and they work great! but bread knives are not expensive usually.

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I own this one. had it now for 8 years. Love this thing! Worth every penny

$140.24

https://www.amazon.com/Wusthof-4596-7-20-4596-7-20-Knife/dp/B000XKFNGI/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3W49BIJZ083BE&keywords=wusthof+classic+ikon+chef+knife+8&qid=1555337647&s=gateway&sprefix=wusthoff+classic+ikon+chef%2Caps%2C214&sr=8-4

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Slicing knife $54.99 a reviewer says "Best Bread Slicer"

https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/victorinox-swiss-army-classic-10-1-4-inch-slicer/1040113340?keyword=slicing-knife

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Bread knife $39.

https://www.amazon.com/J-Henckels-30726-203-Signature-Stainless/dp/B0000TPCVI/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_3?keywords=zwilling®+j.a.+henckels+twin+signature+8-inch+bread+knife&qid=1555337746&s=gateway&sr=8-3-fkmrnull

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Hope this helps you out

Good Luck!

Maybe come back and let us know what you decided on and how you like them??

https://www.amazon.de/dp/B000XKFNGI/

Edit: cheaper in creme color

Wort. Empfehlungen gehen raus ans Wüsthof Ikon 20cm.

well there you go, it even is on discount at the moment:

8 inch


https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wüsthof-CLASSIC-IKON-Cook´s-knife/dp/B000XKFNGI/ref=sr_1_10?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1542396213&sr=1-10&keywords=wusthof


6 inch

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wusthof-Classic-6-Inch-Cooks-Knife/dp/B000YMURS4/ref=pd_sim_201_9?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000YMURS4&pd_rd_r=8dd03b35-e9d5-11e8-aa16-0d2dfbd068a8&pd_rd_w=eKKHZ&pd_rd_wg=6oFV5&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_p=1e3b4162-429b-4ea8-80b8-75d978d3d89e&pf_rd_r=6B36NTK0YD1C1531DCJE&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=6B36NTK0YD1C1531DCJE


Get a decent honing steel, use it properly and you won't have to whip out your whetstone for at least a year