Customer Reviews

OXO Good Grips Professional 8-Inch Chef Knife

5 star:		(16)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

This is an unpretentious, capable tool that is likely to get lost between $5 ginsus and $240 Shuns. It is comfortable to use, has reasonably good steel, and is balanced well. It is a good using knife and the attractive price just sweetens the deal. Do the math--a solid tool for $20 something, or a bit more weight and marketing for $120 to $240.

I am a bit of a tool nut, and I own German Wusthoff, French Sabatier and Calphalon knives made with German steel. They are fine knives, but let's face it, they can't do anything the good grips knife can't. Yes, a bit more weight comes in handy when you're doing serious chopping for hours on end, but I try to avoid that. I also favor a 10" cooks knife, but most opt for the 8" model. This is an ideal primary knife for a new cook who is ready to go, but too smart to drop a bundle on a brand name.

Rust has not been a concern, but I keep my blades clean. I don't throw them in the dishwasher and I steel them often.

I am a Chef Instructor at a training facility. I use these knives as a graduation present for my students. They have a good weight, shape and an ergonomic handle. OXO is a fantastic company. I SWEAR by their tongs! They rock. I have never been dissapointed by this line for the value and price. If you want to keep your knives sharp, NEVER put them in the dishwasher. Hand wash only!

I LOVE THIS KNIFE!!!! Actually I have at lease six of the OXO knives and I love them all. They are lightweight and sharp which makes them a breeze to use. The no-slip grip is amazing even when your hand is covered with butter. It doesn't slip. In addition OXO offers 100% satisfaction guarantee. I had one break away from the handle and they replaced it FREE OF CHARGE even after I told them the knife was 8 years old. This is a can't miss product from a can't miss company. I highly recommend these knives.

This is a great knife - good balance, good feel in the hand (the grip is excellent). It is an outstanding value for the price.

But, like all good knives, you MUST take care of it to maintain sharpness. Clean and dry it (by hand) immediately after each use. Don't even THINK about putting it in the dishwasher. It is preferable to use it on a softer cutting surface (like wood).

Take care of this knife and it will take care of you. It will hold a sharp edge without frequent sharpening.

I bought the "block set", but I use this knife way more than any of the others. I has great balance, stays sharp, and feels great in my hand. I Never put it in the dishwasher (no quality knife should ever go in the dishwaher). I frequently put a few strokes on the round steel that came with the block, and it's back to razor sharp.

After 2 years of use, I can't see any reason to spend more on a more expensive brand, which is why I'm buying another one for my mother-in-law.

I wish I could give it 3.5 stars.. The knife is sharp, the grip is good and the shape is excellent. However, it is a bit too light, which means you struggle to cut through some foods. Vegetables, fruits, fillets etc are fine. As soon as you try to cut something that offers more resistance though, like cheese or potatoes, or something harder, like bone, it gets stuck and you are forced to push down hard, which tires you out. I never had a high-end chef knife to compare it to, but I have worked with the Gnistra and Slitbar series of knifes from IKEA, and they are much better.
That being said, it really does work. Its shape allows you to cut straight or finely chop by swinging the knife up and down, and it is vastly better than ordinary (non-chef) knives. It is easy to sharpen and it is sturdy enough that it doesn't bend when you are wiggling it to get it unstuck.
If you are looking for something cheap to have as a second knife, or if you are not really that much into cooking, then this is fine. If you are looking for a tool to work tirelessly all day, invest in something better, or take a trip to IKEA.

Sharp. Great in the kitchen... What else can I say- it's a knife...

After owning it months now- it's still sharp and it's my favorite knife. Very comfy to hold. No finger amputations yet. No rusting...

This knife is of excellent value both in price and quality. As with other items from the OXO Professional line of cutlery it has proven to be a very useful and versatile knife in prep work for the kitchen.

For $15.32, it is a steal for such a fine OXO product. I ordered two, one for myself and one for my brother.

Its a Must have for Any non professional, or an student chef, Exelent Knife well balanced.