Hi all,
I have a friend who's in the market for a new cleaver. Just wondering what folks think. I've used the questionnaire, deleting the questions that aren't relevant or don't matter.
As always, thoughtful, well-informed replies would be most appreciated!
KNIFE TYPE
What type of knife are you interested in? Cleaver
Are you right or left handed? I don't know. Probably right.
Are you interested in a Western handle (e.g., classic Wusthof handle) or Japanese handle? Either.
Do you require a stainless knife? Yes.
What is your absolute maximum budget for your knife? $100
KNIFE USE
Do you primarily intend to use this knife at home or a professional environment? Home.
What are the main tasks you primarily intend to use the knife for? Hacking through bones and joints. (I'm just guessing. He likes barbecue a LOT...)
What knife, if any, are you replacing? None.
Ease of Use? Easy to sharpen.
Edge Retention? Obviously edge retention is extremely important.
KNIFE MAINTENANCE
Do you sharpen your own knives? No.
If not, are you interested in learning how to sharpen your knives? Yes--if it's not too much work.
Are you interested in purchasing sharpening products for your knives? Yes.
LOCATION
What country are you in? USA
I have a friend who's in the market for a new cleaver. Just wondering what folks think. I've used the questionnaire, deleting the questions that aren't relevant or don't matter.
As always, thoughtful, well-informed replies would be most appreciated!
KNIFE TYPE
What type of knife are you interested in? Cleaver
Are you right or left handed? I don't know. Probably right.
Are you interested in a Western handle (e.g., classic Wusthof handle) or Japanese handle? Either.
Do you require a stainless knife? Yes.
What is your absolute maximum budget for your knife? $100
KNIFE USE
Do you primarily intend to use this knife at home or a professional environment? Home.
What are the main tasks you primarily intend to use the knife for? Hacking through bones and joints. (I'm just guessing. He likes barbecue a LOT...)
What knife, if any, are you replacing? None.
Ease of Use? Easy to sharpen.
Edge Retention? Obviously edge retention is extremely important.
KNIFE MAINTENANCE
Do you sharpen your own knives? No.
If not, are you interested in learning how to sharpen your knives? Yes--if it's not too much work.
Are you interested in purchasing sharpening products for your knives? Yes.
LOCATION
What country are you in? USA