For real cooks: TOP 5 sets of kitchen knives with scissors and musat

The Hungarian manufacturer of tableware and kitchen accessories Berlinger Haus is popular in Europe due to the balanced combination of quality, functionality and value of its products. A set of kitchen knives Granit Diamond BH-2116 will be appreciated by both amateurs and professionals of gastronomic affairs.

There are 5 knives in the set. A classic set of a universal, chef's, santoku, knife for cutting bread and peeling vegetables / fruits. The stainless steel blades have a marbled, anti-bacterial coating that won't stain or absorb food odors.

Handles made of Soft-Touch plastic sit comfortably in the hand and do not slip. The blades are quite sharp, even with scissors, and the musat straightens the edge in a few wires. The main thing is to use it more often. All products can be washed in the dishwasher, they do not suffer from this at all.

Although the kit comes with a 360º round acrylic base, to be honest, it's not very comfortable. Not stable enough and requires aiming to insert the blade into the narrow slots of the mounts. A wooden stand with soft filler would have looked much more practical, but the manufacturer preferred a spectacular appearance to convenience.

However, there are no other complaints about the set, and for its money, only $ 25, it can become an excellent second, and possibly the first number in the kitchen of a small pub or cafe.

The Vinzer trademark was created in the very center of old Europe - Switzerland. And although the products are made in China, this does not affect the quality in any way. For a set of kitchen knives Vinzer 89111 you will have to pay about 80 dollars, but you can be sure that you are buying a really worthwhile product.

The set includes 9 items, 6 of which are knives. Scissors, musat and stand are included. All blades are made of high carbon steel, which has excellent strength. Breaking or dulling such a blade is extremely problematic. Along with the chef's and utility knives familiar to most culinary specialists, we note the presence of boning and cutting. Fans of cooking meat dishes will be satisfied, as well as vegans, for whom the set includes a paring knife.

At the grip point, the blades have black bakelite linings, fastened with two rivets. The shape of the overlays is ergonomic, the knife sits firmly and balanced in the hand.

All appliances can be washed either by hand or in the dishwasher. It is not recommended to use abrasive cleaners for cleaning. Warm soapy water is sufficient.

The stand made of rubber wood deserves special attention. It is environmentally friendly, polished, without varnish, quite stable and comfortable.

In general, Vinzer 89111 received only positive reviews. The set can be safely taken with an eye on long-term use, it will work out its cost with interest.

The Belgian manufacturer of kitchen utensils BergHOFF is famous for its quality products at an affordable price. A set of knives and related accessories Studio Line 1307146 is a great choice for a professional chef for every day.

The set contains all the elements necessary for preparing a wide range of dishes, including 14 knives (8 for steak), large pruning shears (25 cm) for cutting poultry and rabbit, musat and three cutting boards, one made of bamboo, two made of propylene black and white. With all the richness of the set, I would like to see the classic version of the scissors, but the manufacturer did not share our opinion on this matter.

Blades blades are made of high-strength stainless steel, very sharp and resistant to blunting. The satin finish makes cutting easier and prevents food pieces from sticking to the blade. And in order to keep these qualities in the blades for as long as possible, it is recommended to wash the knives only by hand.

Handles are made of pleasant to the touch ABS plastic, and forged steel, which is a continuation of the blade. Their shape is quite ergonomic and provides a confident grip. ABS pads are attached with three rivets and fit very tightly.

The whole set conveniently folds into a wooden stand on rubberized legs, consisting of three sections: the central one - for the main knives, musat and scissors, the lower one - for steak knives, and the upper one, into which you can put one of the propylene boards. The bamboo board will not fit, as it is thicker and larger in area.

For the entire set of BergHOFF Studio Line 1307146, you will have to pay not so much by the standards of professional use, given its functionality and quality, only $ 130. For a professional set of knives with accessories - a mere trifle, and for the kitchen of a restaurant or cafe - a profitable investment that will pay for itself many times over.

Victorinox knives are the key to the comfortable work of the chef and his assistants. Brand products are distinguished by high quality, ergonomics and pleasant appearance. The cost is not far behind. A set of 9 elements Victorinox 5.1193.9 from the Standard Line series will cost $ 250, which automatically classifies it as an accessory for a professional kitchen.

In addition to two carving knives of 18 and 22 cm, a bread knife and two products for peeling vegetables and fruits, it is worth highlighting the presence of a device for tomatoes with a wavy edge and a cutting fork. Not frequent guests in standard sets, so not superfluous. Musat and scissors are also included.

All working parts of the elements are made of high quality stainless steel resistant to blunting. Although not the hardest. To keep the edges sharp, in the kitchen of a public venue, it is recommended to use musat once or twice a day. At home - once a week.

The handles of the utensils made of matte, rough polypropylene look quite simple, but provide a comfortable grip and do not slip in the palm of your hand.

The knives are perfectly balanced. It is quite convenient to cut bread, vegetables, fruits into thin slices or pieces of sinewy meat with them and does not tyre during a long process. The tomato knife does an excellent job of cutting the elastic skin of the tomato without squeezing it and turning the juicy vegetable into a mess.

After work, the devices are folded into a convenient wooden stand, the surface of which is treated with a thin layer of polymer and is not exposed to moisture. In addition, it does not slip, as it is equipped with small rubberized feet that firmly hold it even on a glossy tabletop.

Knives are whimsical in care, they should be washed manually with soapy water and a soft cloth, and in no case should they be loaded into the dishwasher if you want the instruments to retain their sharpness for a long time.

Victorinox 5.1193.9 comes in a beautiful package and can be a wonderful gift for an avid cook who will appreciate your sign of attention and will be happy to use the set for several years.

Since 1919, the American brand KitchenAid has been producing high-quality kitchen appliances and accessories. Even after the company's recent merger with the Whirlpool concern, KitchenAid branded products still continue to be exclusive, as evidenced by their considerable cost. The KKFMA07CA knife set is a clear confirmation of this, since for just 6 tools you will have to pay about $ 800.

Includes 4 knives: chef's (20 cm), for tomatoes (14 cm), for bread (20 cm), and a small one for vegetables (9 cm). Also musat with diamond chips and scissors with rubberized handles. On the one hand, the set is not big, but it has everything you need. The chef's knife does an excellent job with the main amount of work, however, from a purely practical point of view, for such a price one could add a couple of other types of blades to help him, for example, filet and universal.

Stand deserves special attention. It is made of die-cast metal covered with a bright red (or black) glossy enamel with a silver edging and a maple wood insert. Looks very impressive and attractive.

The blades of the knives are made of high carbon steel with a hardness of 56-57 HRC on the Rockwell scale, that is, the blade is quite hard, but at the same time flexible. Before reaching the end consumer, KitchenAid knives are cold-hardened, which keeps the blade sharp 2 to 3 times longer than conventional knives. Diamond sharpening and polishing became the crowning achievement of the process. The knives are really incredibly sharp, and remain so for quite a long time, even with frequent use. But it is not recommended to wash them in the dishwasher. The sharpness of the blades can be lost quite quickly.

Balance when cutting is ensured by comfortable handles made of black composite material. In fact, they are polymer, but they look like wood, repeating the structure of wood fibers. Thanks to the balanced weight and high ergonomics of the handle, the knives fit perfectly in the hand, as if it were an extension of it.

The quality and convenience of the knives of the set definitely outshine its shortcomings, although it is, of course, difficult not to take them into account.

However, the KitchenAid KKFMA07CA is a must have for every professional chef and longtime hobbyist who knows what real kitchen knives should look like and won't stop at their cost.