Chefs' knives Updated: 31 Jan 2008

Test results

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Model Price ($) Overall score (%) Cutting performance (/10) Technical performance (/10)
Arcos German Classic $130

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Felix Platinum 951221 (a) $135
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Our test was carried out in the laboratory of the Australian consumer organisation Choice.

Model

We tested 20 cm chefs' (or cooks') knives.
(a) The Felix knife is 21 cm.

Price

Based on a survey of stores in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch during December 2007.

Ratings

  • Cutting performance (70% of overall score) assesses performance chopping parsley, slicing carrots and cucumber, and cutting meat.
  • Technical performance (30% of overall score) assesses initial sharpness and sharpness after blunting.