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Chef's Knife

Chef's knife is an all purpose kitchen knife that is used for most types of chopping, dicing, mincing and slicing. It is used by all the cooks for most of the cutting purposes. The knife is the most versatile knife of a French kitchen. Blade of a standard chef's knife is 8-10 inches long.

Features of Chef's Knife

Broad, tapered shape.
Generally has a eight inch long blade.
The edge may be V shaped or beveled edge.
Handle may be of wood or plastic.

Chef's Knife Materials
The blade of the knife is made of several materials.

Carbon Steel Chef's Knife - Very sharp and holds edge well, but vulnerable to rust and stains.
High Carbon Steel Chef's Knife - Not so sharp but highly resistant to corrosion.
Stainless Steel Chef's Knife - Stain proof and holds the edge well.