Apr 12 2010

Knife Block: Accessory Or Necessity?

Published by Paul Jackson at 2:00 pm under Food & Beverage

When you see a set of knives displayed either at a fair or on the television, normally they are displayed as some laying on the table and some in a knife block. When you get prices on the item, they give you a price just for the set of knives and then a separate one for the block. If the block is just an accessory, is it really necessary?

At times, accessories can seem like just another way to make a buck off the customer, but in this case it really is going to be a benefit. They are not normally priced in combination with the knife set, but instead are priced alone, so you can mix and match them at your will. There is not a better way to protect your cutlery investment or the sharpness of the blades.

If you have ever dug through a full drawer looking for a particular knife, you know how frustrating it is not to have them at hand. Putting them in a block not only keeps them together, but also protects the blades from being dinged or bent, especially on the tips. This will also cut down on the possibility of rust getting to them by keeping them out of the open air and inside the specially made slots.

There is more than one style as well. Although the most common type is the “bread box” look, you can also find the kind that lays flat. This allows you to keep your knives in a drawer, but they have their own slot, protecting them from damage.

If you have a specialty look in your kitchen, then your preferences might be limited as to what would look good sitting on your counter tops. If this is the case, then you can search online through your favorite kitchen stores or knife manufacturer to find the color or wood type that you prefer.

Most of the prices are anywhere between $25 and $60 for a knife block. It is possible, however, to pay much more than that, if you are buying a great set of knives that are guaranteed for years. When you pay that much for your cutlery, you want to know that it’s going to be protected and taken care of.

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