Either you are a professional chef or skilled in the kitchen. But you will attest to the fact that it is mandatory to have good quality knives in the kitchen. They are the ones that create quality gourmet dishes and culinary masterpieces. But this leads to another question which has a difference in opinion. The question is to whether have a single complete set of knives in the same brand or just have a hybrid set with individual chef knives with different brands.
For such a question, there is no definite right or wrong answer. Your correct answer is dependant on 2 factors:
Taste – the kind of chef knives you want to use.
Budget – the amount you want to spend on these types of knives.
Both choices have their pros and cons. The following article will help you to know about that.
Complete Chef Knife Sets
Advantages
There are brands out there which have a reputation for good quality. If you like and trust such a particular brand, go ahead and buy the matching set. This set usually comes with a sharpening steel. These set also come with a handy knife block or knife wrap. With it, you can store the knives when they are not in use. The handle colour of the knives in the complete sets will be the same. This can increase the aesthetic look of symmetry and order of the kitchen.
Disadvantages
The biggest con is the cost. If your budget is tight, then you need to reconsider this choice. Of course, a good quality knife set can last a lifetime with the right care. But if you want budget-friendly options, you may have to compromise the quality of the knives. Not everyone uses every type of knife that comes in the knife set. So, if a particular type is not what you use in the kitchen then it can become a waste of money.
Individual Chef Knives
Advantages
One great thing about buying individual chef knives gives you the chance to try different brands. From one brand you might like the chef knife while you like the bread knife of another brand. Each brand has its unique tang, handle, and bolster. Depending on your cooking style, this can be a great option. Another great thing about getting individual knives is that you can control the budget. For example, you can spend more on a top-quality chef knife and a little less on a paring knife.
Disadvantages
You cannot get the symmetry look for your kitchen because the knife set looks assorted. You have to buy the knife wraps and blocks separately. This way you can get different quality from different brands which are both good and bad. So, next time you will know which brand you need to go for the quality you need.
The bottom line
Choose individual knives if you like to mix up the knife collection and be in your budget. If you want the kitchen to have a complementary look, then go with the complete set that has matching handles. So, this choice is completely dependent on you.
