To curate this list, I first took into consideration the backbone of most great groupings: a sharp, durable chef’s knife. With the exception of a couple of speciality packs (like steak knives ...

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Yet the Ursus 45 does it all, plus it has a 90-degree spine that throws a cascade of sparks from a ferro rod, it’s nicely finished, and it comes with a great sheath. The Ursus 45 is the ultimate ...

And while a quality chef’s knife can do the trick, an electric knife can really come in handy. Featuring two serrated blades that saw back and forth, the best electric knives make quick ...

We spent a month in the kitchen testing the best chef's knives, including Japanese and Western styles This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected ...

And what do you need to know about them before investing? Joining me today to discuss all of the above is Jason Kephart. Jason is Morningstar’s director of multi-asset ratings. Good to see you ...

Jason Kephart, CFA, is director of multi-asset ratings for Morningstar Research Services LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Morningstar, Inc. He is responsible for Morningstar’s multi-asset ...

These Japanese knives are hand-forged, layering thin layers of steel to create a distinctive swirly pattern on the blade as well as an incredibly sharp edge. Shun's Classic Chef's Choice ...