This sturdy knife by Ka-Bar is made for many purposes.

One of the first noticeable features of the Ka-Bar Warthog is its unique shape, which contains cutting surfaces on both the front and back side of the blade for multi-purpose use.

The blade can easily handle any of many possible uses from prying, to chopping, to digging. It features 1095 High-carbon steel and measures a length of 5 3/8″.

The handle is a Kraton G, and the knife comes with a handsome nylon sheath for carrying and safety.

The unique look and variety of great features and uses of this Ka-Bar knife make a great fit for those who love to have a knife at their side while out adventuring.

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Soft cheese… look out! Hard cheese, you’re still safe for now.

This soft cheese knife by Wusthof combines special features for quickly and efficiently slicing cheese as well as ensuring comfort in the hand of the user.

The 5-inch blade is forged from the same piece of high-carbon steel as the tang and bolster, meaning that the blade won’t wobble or become loose.

The blade also has specialty holes cut into it to keep cheese from sticking to it while cutting. The laser-tested edge is designed to stay sharp for a long time and slice cleanly through soft and sticky cheeses.

Stainless steel coating ensures that the knife will stay looking shiny and new. The seamless handle is ergonomically molded and slip-resistant. It is dishwasher-safe, but hand washing is recommended for this product. This German-made knife comes with a lifetime warranty.

It makes quick and easy work of slicing even the most difficult soft cheeses with a contemporary style and comfort.

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You may know that Shun and Kershaw brands are both owned by the same company. You may also know that Ken Onion is one of the most successful designer of Kershaw knives, winning numerous industry awards throughout his career.

So what happens when a premium kitchen knife maker asks a superstar designer to tackle the Chef’s knife?

The Ken Onion Shun Chef’s knife offer all of the high-end features you’ve come to expect from Shun, while improving on the ergonomics of typical Chef’s knives.

The knife’s handle is made of durable Pakkawood and is specially crafted to decrease damage sustained by moisture, as well as to provide easier handling for this culinary tool.

The blade is forged from Damascus-style VG-10 stainless steel, and resists rust or corrosion. It’s got a Rockwell Hardness rating of 61, making it quite a sharp blade.

Some say the feel is not for them and it’s not cheap, so you probably want to try it out before committing. But between the Shun name, the superior steel and Ken Onion’s reputation, it’s no doubt a great knife.

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Designed in Japan, this 7-inch knife from Global is optimized for slicing and chopping vegetables.

The blade is specifically balanced with a precise amount of sand in the handle to achieve the correct balance. It is lightweight with a blade constructed from molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel.

The blade is also face ground with a long taper instead of a short bevel, meaning that edges maintain their sharpness for longer periods of time than traditional European-style knives. The wide blade can also do double-duty as a spatula for scooping up chopped items.

The contemporary design gives the illusion of a blade that blends seamlessly into the stainless steel handle, which is dimpled for a slip-resistant grip. This vegetable knife is covered under a lifetime warranty.

The all-steel construction of this knife is both sanitary and contemporary, and an asset to any culinary artist’s kitchen.

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This is the top of the line for Shun.

Their Shun Classic Knives are excellent, lower-priced knives.

What this knife has over the Classic knife is the steel. It’s a powdered SG-2 steel, which is pretty much the highest-end steel you’re going to find in a kitchen knife.

The Shun Elites are handcrafted in Japan. This 6.5″ Santoku is designed to be an all-purpose kitchen implement for rocking, chopping, mincing, and slicing food.

It’s a bit smaller than the Shun Chef’s Knife we reviewed a while back. This also has the Santoku styling.

Its high density and unique 16-degree angle produces uniformly thin slices. Its SG-2 steel construction makes it both stronger and sharper than most competitors, and the black pakka wood handle features a subtle inlaid Asian design and traditional Japanese “hamon line” along the base.

The knife carries a lifetime warranty, but hand washing is recommended for optimal performance and appearance.

The price is high, no doubt, but Shun makes high-quality, high-end knives. You won’t be disappointed. It looks great and feels great in your hand, as should a high-quality, hand-crafted knife from Shun.

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The 8″ Chef’s knife is the de facto workhorse of the kitchen. Choose wisely on this one, since you’ll be using it a lot.

Many people ask the question “Should I buy Wusthof or Henckels?” It’s a fair question, but is about 15 years out-of-date. This knife, as well as the Henckel’s Chef’s Knife are examples of heavy, full-bolster German knives that have been popular for several decades.

If you like that kind of knife, this Wusthof is a great choice.

The blade, tang, and bolster on this knife are all constructed from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel, meaning that the blade won’t wobble or come loose. The grip is ergonomic and slip-resistant, plus the handle is sanitary because it is made of non-absorbent plastics.

It is covered under a lifetime warranty, but should be hand washed for optimum performance and appearance. It also features a wide blade that can do double-duty as a spatula in addition to a cutting implement.

But here at OnlyKnives, we tend to recommend knives that are a bit sharper and a bit lighter. And ones that do not have that clunky full bolster in the middle. That bolster can get in the way of resharpening, which is bad news.

For the same price, you might consider a Chef’s knife from Shun. It’s a different beast entirely, but may just open your eyes to the world of sharp, light Japanese Chef’s knives. Want to know more about the difference between German and Japanese knives? Check out our History of Kitchen Knives.

Let us know which way you go!

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Buck Knives makes high-quality knives. Many pocket knives skimp on the quality of the blade itself, but this one’s from Buck so you know it won’t fall short on that front.

This particular model of multi-tool offers versatility and usability in a compact format.

Weighing in at just over six ounces, it contains a 3-inch foldable 420HC steel blade, bottle opener, needle-nose pliers, 10-guage wire cutters, a #2 Phillips screwdriver, slotted screwdriver, and an LED flashlight.

It also comes in a durable nylon case. All features are easily accessible with one hand, and the tool looks when not in use for security and safety.

The durable steel handle is easy to grip due to its thermoplastic sides. You can keep your multi-tool clipped to your keychain or backpack with an embedded metal lanyard loop.

The X-Tract LED Multi Tool includes all the tools you?d need in the wilderness, all in a compact shell that fits easily in your pocket.

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This multi-tool from Gerber is not the lightest multi-tool you’ll find. Check out the Leatherman Skeletool for a tool that’s lighter but packs fewer implements.

This tool includes ten implements including a knife, a wire snipper, a needlenose pliers, a scissors and two saws.

The pliers slide forward and lock into place, making them more accessible and sturdy when in use.

It’s quite a strong tool, which can actually be a drawback. Some of the implements are difficult to unfold, so this one is probably not for those with dainty fingers. The rest will appreciate how sturdy this one is.

Gerber, of course, is known for making high-quality knife blades, so you know you’re getting quality with this one.

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These new Leatherman designs have quite the space-age look to them. Those holes, though, are to keep the weight down while not sacrificing strength.

This multitool features eight separate implements (ranging from pliers to a bottle opener) in a single tool weighing five ounces.

The blade features a locking mechanism, while the screwdriver has interchangeable bits that are stored in the handle. One thing to keep in mind — those bits are little, so they could get lost

It is made of stainless steel and carbon fiber, and comes with a limited 25-year warranty.

With its lightweight design and versatile capabilities, this tool is great for quick home repairs, or inclusion in an emergency kit.

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This Western knife is manufactured with a 2-3/4 inch fixed, hollow ground clip blade.

Made of high quality carbon stainless steel, this full-tang blade is designed especially for small game. It is structured to last and remain sharp for a long time.

The handle is a stacked leather for a long-lasting secure grip. This knife comes equipped with its own sturdy leather sheath, which has a loop for easy attachment to the user’s belt for security and portability.

It is perfectly designed for the man who likes to hunt small game, or someone who frequently spends time in the wilderness.

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