Best chef knives: the top 10

The rest of the top 10

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   #4 Hedley & Bennett 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   On 3 of 5 lists
   $120Shop Hedley & Bennett 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   A sharp, lightweight, well-balanced chef's knife with customizable color options and a lifetime guarantee. Its handle can show wear with heavy daily use, and it costs more than some top picks.

   • Epicurious, Listed as "Hedley & Bennett Chef's Knife"
   • Bon Appétit, Listed as "Hedley & Bennett Chef's Knife"
   • Food Network, Listed as "Hedley & Bennett 8-Inch Chef's Knife"
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   #5 Made In 8-Inch Chef Knife

   On 3 of 5 lists
   $129Shop Made In 8-Inch Chef Knife

   Extremely sharp out of the box with a traditional design, this sturdy chef knife handles most cutting tasks well. It dulls quickly, is heavy and not very nimble, and needs more effort on dense foods like sweet potatoes.

   • Epicurious, Listed as "Made In 8 Inch Chef Knife"
   • Bon Appétit, Listed as "Made In Chef's Knife"
   • Food Network, Listed as "Made In 8-Inch Chef Knife"
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   #6 Victorinox Swiss Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   On 3 of 5 lists
   $56Shop Victorinox Swiss Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   A lightweight, maneuverable, affordable chef's knife with an ultrasharp blade that performs close to pricier models. Its plastic handle looks cheap, materials are lower quality, and it may show wear over time.

   • Epicurious, Listed as "Victorinox Swiss Classic Chef's Knife"
   • Bon Appétit, Listed as "Victorinox Swiss Classic 8" Chef's Knife"
   • TechGearLab, Listed as "Victorinox Swiss Classic 8-Inch"
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   #7 Mac MTH-80 Professional Series Chef Knife with Dimples, 8-Inch

   On 2 of 5 lists
   $120Shop Mac MTH-80 Professional Series Chef Knife with Dimples, 8-Inch

   A precise, razor-sharp 8-inch chef's knife with a hard steel blade and dimples, offering a nimble hybrid feel. Its slim handle and thin blade demand extra care and should avoid hard foods.

   • TechGearLab, Listed as "Mac Professional Series 8" with Dimples MTH-80"
   • KitchenKnifeGuru, Listed as "MAC MTH-80 – Professional Series Chef Knife with Dimples, 8-inch"
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   #8 Mac Professional Hollow Edge 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   On 2 of 5 lists
   $160Shop Mac Professional Hollow Edge 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   A lightweight, sharp, versatile hybrid chef's knife with a flatter blade that rocks less smoothly. Its hard high-carbon steel can chip on bone and may rust if not dried promptly.

   • Epicurious, Listed as "Mac Professional Hollow Edge Chef's Knife, 8-Inch"
   • Bon Appétit, Listed as "Mac Professional Hollow Edge 8" Chef's Knife"
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   #9 Mercer Culinary Renaissance 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   On 2 of 5 lists
   $50Shop Mercer Culinary Renaissance 8-Inch Chef's Knife

   A well-balanced budget chef's knife that punches above its weight, though its lower-quality steel needs more frequent sharpening. It can feel clunky and choppy when cutting.

   • Epicurious, Listed as "Mercer Culinary Renaissance Chef's Knife"
   • Bon Appétit, Listed as "Mercer Culinary Renaissance 8" Chef's Knife"
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    #10 Misen 8-Inch Chef's Knife

    On 2 of 5 lists
    $49Shop Misen 8-Inch Chef's Knife

    A comfortable, lightweight chef's knife that offers strong value for its quality and comes with a 60-day trial. It doesn't hold its sharpness as well as top picks, some ingredients stick to it, and denser foods need extra pressure.

    • Epicurious, Listed as "Misen Chef's Knife"
    • Food Network, Listed as "Misen 8-Inch Chef's Knife"