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Yaxell Mon 8" VG-10 Chef's Knife $59.99

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Considered by some prominent knife reviewers as the best Japanese chef's knife under $100. Normally $75. Made of VG-10 steel in Japan (also cheapest 8" VG-10 knife you are going to find that is actually made in Japan) which is a high grade Japanese steel (harder than German steels). Comparable to the Shun Classic though the Yaxell only has a single layer of cladding and not the multi layer Damascus (which is only for looks). Also the Yaxell is a 12 degree bevel while the Shun is only 16 so the Yaxell's cutting performance should be better. Yaxell is a large Japanese company and these knives are made in Japan. I recently got the Shun Classic Blonde for $60 (Amex points $60 off on Amazon). At the Shun's normal sale price of $127(FP) I would hands down get the Yaxell for $60 instead. I am considering picking one up at this price though I have already blown the budget for the month.

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Considered by some prominent knife reviewers as the best Japanese chef's knife under $100. Normally $75. Made of VG-10 steel in Japan (also cheapest 8" VG-10 knife you are going to find that is actually made in Japan) which is a high grade Japanese steel (harder than German steels). Comparable to the Shun Classic though the Yaxell only has a single layer of cladding and not the multi layer Damascus (which is only for looks). Also the Yaxell is a 12 degree bevel while the Shun is only 16 so the Yaxell's cutting performance should be better. Yaxell is a large Japanese company and these knives are made in Japan. I recently got the Shun Classic Blonde for $60 (Amex points $60 off on Amazon). At the Shun's normal sale price of $127(FP) I would hands down get the Yaxell for $60 instead. I am considering picking one up at this price though I have already blown the budget for the month.

https://www.cutleryandmore.com/ca...ct-p136251

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May 29, 2021 04:32 AM
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fewlioMay 29, 2021 04:32 AM
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I own wusthof, shun and enso (cutlery n more exclusive line by yaxell). Yaxell has the best factory knives for the money. My enso knives beat my other German and Japanese on price and quality. 10/10. Seriously.
May 29, 2021 05:26 AM
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spendlessMay 29, 2021 05:26 AM
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Quote from topcat2001 :
Considered by some prominent knife reviewers as the best Japanese chef's knife under $100. Normally $75. Made of VG-10 steel in Japan (also cheapest 8" VG-10 knife you are going to find that is actually made in Japan) which is a high grade Japanese steel (harder than German steels). Comparable to the Shun Classic though the Yaxell only has a single layer of cladding and not the multi layer Damascus (which is only for looks). Also the Yaxell is a 12 degree bevel while the Shun is only 16 so the Yaxell's cutting performance should be better. Yaxell is a large Japanese company and these knives are made in Japan. I recently got the Shun Classic Blonde for $60 (Amex points $60 off on Amazon). At the Shun's normal sale price of $127(FP) I would hands down get the Yaxell for $60 instead. I am considering picking one up at this price though I have already blown the budget for the month.

https://www.cutleryandmore.com/ca...ct-p136251
May I ask you which cutting board are you using with these knifes? ATK recommends edge grain, but I also read that end grain and rubber are better.
May 30, 2021 01:52 AM
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fewlioMay 30, 2021 01:52 AM
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Quote from spendless :
May I ask you which cutting board are you using with these knifes? ATK recommends edge grain, but I also read that end grain and rubber are better.
Use bamboo it cheap and beautiful
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Jun 07, 2021 05:43 PM
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XxAuReaLxXJun 07, 2021 05:43 PM
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Quote from topcat2001 :
Considered by some prominent knife reviewers as the best Japanese chef's knife under $100. Normally $75. Made of VG-10 steel in Japan (also cheapest 8" VG-10 knife you are going to find that is actually made in Japan) which is a high grade Japanese steel (harder than German steels). Comparable to the Shun Classic though the Yaxell only has a single layer of cladding and not the multi layer Damascus (which is only for looks). Also the Yaxell is a 12 degree bevel while the Shun is only 16 so the Yaxell's cutting performance should be better. Yaxell is a large Japanese company and these knives are made in Japan. I recently got the Shun Classic Blonde for $60 (Amex points $60 off on Amazon). At the Shun's normal sale price of $127(FP) I would hands down get the Yaxell for $60 instead. I am considering picking one up at this price though I have already blown the budget for the month.

https://www.cutleryandmore.com/ca...ct-p136251
Thanks for introducing this knife! I'll have to catch it next time (price went back "up").
Jul 18, 2021 09:08 PM
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birdblue4u2Jul 18, 2021 09:08 PM
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I can't figure out how to get it down to 60
Jul 22, 2021 11:26 PM
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FroobJul 22, 2021 11:26 PM
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Quote from birdblue4u2 :
I can't figure out how to get it down to 60
https://www.cutleryandmore.com/ya...fe-p139552

factory second but mine was pretty much brand new
Jul 22, 2021 11:40 PM
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birdblue4u2Jul 22, 2021 11:40 PM
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Hey thanks Froob that worked I just ordered it

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