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The Sharpest Knife in the Drawer?

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The Sharpest Knife in the Drawer?

July 10, 2012

Several years ago, when a Japanese friend gave me a Kyocera ceramic knife, I was a tad skeptical.

I was thoroughly misguided: The knife, although lacking the weightiness of a traditional one, has proved to be a great asset in the kitchen; the blade is razor sharp, easy to clean, and, unlike metal, does not absorb flavors. In short, perfect for chopping and dicing a range of vegetables, including onions and garlic. Riding on Kyocera's success, several other companies are producing ceramic knives.

N.B. Knife addicts, the book Japanese Kitchen Knives offers a good in-depth look at traditional knives.

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Above: The essential elements of a proper artillery (Kyocera knife in the middle) via The Importance of Salt.

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Above: The Kyocera Revolution Series 6-Inch Chef's Knife; $61.13 from Amazon.

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Above: White Zirconia Ceramic Knives: The entire knife set with black handles and white ceramic blades is £326.95 from Harts in the UK. A Kyocera Paring and Santoku Knife Set is $46.59 at Amazon.

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