My chef’s-knife collection is substantial. I’ve owned some since I moved out of my parents’ house a decade ago, I’ve received others as gifts, and I’ve tested quite a few for this story.

With so many different kinds of knives that serve varying purposes, it's easy to get confused. So, keep this guide in your pocket when choosing a chef's knife.

"First, you need a chef's knife," says Chavez. "It can be an eight inch knife (by far the most common,) a 10 inch or a 12 inch, based on what you're comfortable with, but you have to have a great ...

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