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  • Victorinox Swiss Classic Paring Knife

    These are light, sharp, cheap, and have a non-slip handle. We have two and have no desire to buy better ones, since these are so good and cost effective. We use them all the time and sharpen them as needed. These things currently sell for $9 each so we can have as many as we…

  • Global GS-3 Classic 5″ Cook’s Knife

    I didn’t really use this for quite a while after getting it. I originally bought it as a package with another knife. Recently I sharpened it, started using it more, and have found it to be really handy. It’s great for carving a roast chicken for example. It’s more maneuverable than a chef’s knife and…

  • Global G-5 Classic 7″ Vegetable Knife

    Vicki gave it to me over 20 years ago and I’ve loved it ever since. It’s better than a chef’s knife for scooping up the veggies you’ve chopped. it fits my hand well and can easily be sharpened to a razor’s edge.

  • Global 8″ Chef’s Knife

    Great knife. Light, well balanced, nimble, easy to sharpen, and really sharp from the factory. This knife fits my hand really well. I’ve been using it for over 20 years, and remain very happy. It’s available at Amazon, Williams-Sonoma, Sur la Table, and a gazillion places on line. It typically runs $100+, but it’s well…

  • Spyderco Triangle Sharpmaker

    My son gave me this for Father’s Day a few years ago, and it has revolutionized my knives. I don’t have good sharpening skills, but with this you don’t need them. A purist might scoff, but I don’t care. My knives are razor sharp (shaved my arm) and slicing is a pleasure. Here’s a link.