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Kitchen Knives & Cutlery
Knife Brand Comparison Guide

Kitchen Knives & Cutlery

MetroKitchen offers some of the finest knives and cutlery available for the kitchen. We feature quality German cutlery brands like Wusthof and Zwilling. We also feature Japanese knives from Global Knives, Shun, and more. Many of these brands feature a lifetime warranty from their manufacturers and are available in a variety of styles. Browse our extensive selection now.

 

Wusthof Trident Knives

Precision forged in Solingen, Germany since 1814, Wusthof knives are designed so you can enjoy maximum sharpeness, strength, great balance and safety. Wusthof knife styles include Classic, Grand Prix 2, Classic Ikon, Gourmet and Wusthof Pro.

Zwilling Knives

Zwilling knives are constructed of high carbon steel for maximum durability & corrosion resistance. Enjoy perfect balance & ideal weight with Zwilling's many knife styles: Pro "S," Pro, Four Star, Four Star II, International Forged, Miyabi, Twin Cuisine, Bob Kramer.

Global Knives

Razor sharp and exceptionally light, Global cutlery are unique in the world of fine cutlery. The stainless steel used in Global Japanese knives is harder than the steel used in traditional German cutlery, which gives Global knives a noticeably sharper edge.

Shun Knives

Elegantly designed Shun Cutlery from KAI, Handcrafted in Japan features the look and benefits of Damascus steel, it's clad for extra strength.

  • Wusthof Classic 2 Piece Prep Set

    Wusthof Classic 2 Piece Prep Set

    This new Wusthof Classic 2 piece prep set is an incredible deal. It's like getting 2 knives for the price of 1! This prep set from Wusthof includes a Classic 6 inch chef's knife as well as a 3.6 inch paring knife. These knives resist damage and are...

    $195.00
  • Miyabi Birchwood 5000MCD 3.5 inch Paring Knife

    Miyabi Birchwood 5000MCD 3.5 inch Paring Knife

    Top-of-the-line MIYABI Birchwood is a work of culinary art. Both blade and handle are crafted from the most precious materials, which shape their striking appearance. More than meets the eye, the potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powder steel is protected...

    $194.95
  • Zwilling Pro 10 inch Chef's Knife

    Zwilling Pro 10 inch Chef's Knife

    Zwilling Pro 10 inch Chef's Knife provides you with tremendous cutting control due to the wedge shape of this very sharp blade. Plus, the bolster, or base of the knife that separates your hand from the blade, is angled, making it even easier to slice,...

    $194.95
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    Shun Premier 3 Piece Build-a-Block Set

    Shun Premier 3 Piece Build-a-Block Set

    The Shun Premier 3 Piece Build-a-Block set provides key kitchen essentials; with room to grow your collection. Consisting of an 8 inch Chef's Knife, a honing steel, all in a 6 slot bamboo knife storage block. As with all knives in the Premier line, all...

    Was: $259.95
    Now: $192.95
  • Shun Classic Blonde 8 inch Chef's Knife

    Shun Classic Blonde 8 inch Chef's Knife

    This is every cook's must-have knife. The Shun Classic Blonde 8-in. Chef's Knife is an all-purpose knife ideal for a full range of cutting tasks. This new blonde-handled version of our Classic Chef's knife features an 8-inch blade ideal for preparing...

    $189.95
  • Shun Classic Blonde 9 inch Bread Knife

    Shun Classic Blonde 9 inch Bread Knife

    After a chef's knife and a paring knife, some cooks say that the knife they most can't live without is their bread knife. If you're looking for a new bread knife, this blonde-handled version of Shun's Classic Bread Knife is a beautiful choice. Don't ruin...

    $189.95
  • Shun Classic Blonde 7 inch Santoku

    Shun Classic Blonde 7 inch Santoku

    Like a chef's knife, the Japanese santoku is a multipurpose knife used for just about every cutting job in the kitchen. The name means "three virtues." This refers either to the three types of foods it works especially well with—vegetables,...

    $189.95
  • Shun Premier 6 inch Boning Fillet Knife

    Shun Premier 6 inch Boning Fillet Knife

    This beautiful Shun Premier 6 inch boning fillet knife has a lifetime guarantee from Shun against defects in construction with normal use and proper care.Beautiful and comfortable PakkaWood handle in walnutHas an edge that stays razor-sharp for longer...

    $189.95
  • Shun Premier 6 inch Ultimate Utility Knife

    Shun Premier 6 inch Ultimate Utility Knife

    The Shun Premier U-2 ultimate utility knife is great for many different uses. It is a combination of a spatula and a serrated utility knife. It's great for slicing sandwiches, salami, sausage, tomatoes, and even for spreading butter or mayonnaise. It...

    $189.95
  • Shun Classic 6 1/2 inch Nakiri Knife

    Shun Classic 6 1/2 inch Nakiri Knife

    The Shun Classic 6.5 inch Nakiri knife is an especially sharp, beautiful knife made specifically for chopping vegetables. Carrot and cucumber slices won't stick to the blade of this nakiri knife. The layered, Damascus-like finish on the blade reduces...

    $189.95
  • Shun Classic 7 inch Santoku Knife - Hollow Edge

    Shun Classic 7 inch Santoku Knife - Hollow Edge

    This Shun Classic 7 inch hollow-ground santoku knife is one of our best-selling types of cutlery. The hollows in the edge of this santoku knife provide air pockets to help prevent foods from sticking to the blade while you work. The 34 layers of...

    $189.95
  • Shun Classic 8 inch chef's knife

    Shun Classic 8 inch Chef's Knife

    The Shun Classic 8 inch chef's knife has a traditional length blade, suitable for most chefs. It's much lighter than most European knives because the blade of this Japanese-made knife is thinner. This reduces hand fatigue and makes the knife easier to...

    $189.95
  • Shun Classic 9 inch Bread Knife

    Shun Classic 9 inch Bread Knife

    The Shun Classic 9 inch bread knife is designed with a curved belly and ultra-sharp serrations so you can use it to quickly and smoothly slice through even the thickest artisan bread. The sharpness of this bread knife from Shun protects the soft interior...

    $189.95
  • Zwilling Pro S 10 inch Chef's Knife

    Zwilling Pro S 10 inch Chef's Knife

    You'll find the Zwilling Pro S 10 inch chef's knife to be the most useful piece of cutlery in your kitchen. The large blade on this cooks knife gives you more cutting and slicing power, great for handling large beef or pork roasts. blade sharpness,...

    $189.95
  • Miyabi Kaizen II 7” Santoku

    Miyabi Kaizen II 7” Santoku

    Santoku is defined as three virtues and this knife is so named since it can be used for meat, fish and vegetables.  This all-purpose Asian style knife has a relative straight edge from heel to tip, supporting the Japanese push cut.  The...

    $184.95
  • Shun Premier Grey 5.5 inch Nakiri

    Shun Premier Grey 5.5 inch Nakiri

    “Nakiri” is Japanese for “vegetable knife”.  The Shun Premier Grey Nakiri, with its interesting blade shape, is THE knife for slicing and dicing almost every fruit and vegetable - from apples to zucchini.  Having a...

    $184.95
  • Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 9 1/2 inch Bread Knife

    Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 9 1/2 inch Bread Knife

    This Zwilling Miyabi Kaizen 9.5 inch bread knife is a beautiful knife made for slicing fresh loaves of bread. The sharp, serrated edge lets you make perfect slices of any type of bread from thick, multi-grain loaves to crunchy baguettes. This Miyabi...

    $184.95
  • Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 7 inch Santoku - Hollow Edge

    Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 7 inch Santoku - Hollow Edge

    Made in Japan, the Zwilling Miyabi Kaizen 7 inch hollow-ground santoku knife has the super-sharp, hand-honed edge for which Japanese knives are known. This sharpness helps you chop through any vegetables or cut boneless meats with almost no effort. The...

    $184.95
  • Shun Classic 8 inch Offset Bread Knife

    Shun Classic 8 inch Offset Bread Knife

    The Shun 8 inch offset bread knife has a blade that is not centered. This blade of this easy to use knife from Shun is approximately an inch off the center of the handle. This offset blade enables you to slice all the way down to the cutting board...

    $184.95
  • Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 9 1/2 inch Slicer

    Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 9 1/2 inch Slicer

    You can slice your delicious beef or pork roasts with this incredible Zwilling Miyabi Kaizen 9.5 inch slicer. The long, sharp blade has a hand-honed edge that will glide through any meat easily and allow you to make perfect slices for serving. This...

    $184.95
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    Global 40th Anniversary 3 Piece Knife Set

    Global 40th Anniversary 3 Piece Knife Set

    This curated set features Global’s 40th Anniversary editions of three kitchen must-have knives - 6” Kiritsuke Utility Knife, 7” Asian Chef’s Knife, and a 4” Paring Knife.  You will have knives to tackle a variety of...

    Was: $284.95
    Now: $179.95
  • Shun Narukami 6 inch Utility Knife

    Shun Narukami 6 inch Utility Knife

    Narukami means ‘thunderbolt” in Japanese, and this new line of knives has the sharp, edge-holding performance of carbon steel in a handsome knife.  The core of this line is Blue11 carbon steel which is jacketed with a layer of...

    $179.95
  • Global 10 inch Chef's Knife

    Global 10 inch Chef's Knife

    This Global 10 inch chef's knife features a traditional chef knife blade, with a drop-point and long belly for production work. With the Global cutting edge and balance, this knife deserves a place in every kitchen.

    $179.95
  • Shun Classic 6.5 inch Master Utility Knife

    Shun Classic 6.5 inch Master Utility Knife

    This knife combines the nimbleness of a utility knife with the capabilities of a chef's knife. A slightly longer and significantly wider blade allows you to achieve a wide range of food prep tasks with the ability and ease of use of a compact knife. ...

    $179.95
  • Shun Classic 7 inch Asian Cook's Knife

    Shun Classic 7 inch Asian Cook's Knife

    The Shun Classic 7 inch Asian cook's knife is great for slicing vegetables and boneless meats. Like a chef's knife, the shape is perfect for quick and easy chopping. This Shun Classic Asian cook's knife doesn't require frequent sharpening because it has...

    $179.95
  • Wusthof Classic 9 inch Chef's Knife

    Wusthof Classic 9 inch Chef's Knife

    You'll find the Wusthof Classic 9 inch chef's knife to be one of the most frequently used tools in a commercial kitchen. Home chefs love its very sharp blade and sturdy, easy to use handle. This Wusthof knife is made to have long lasting sharpness...

    $175.00
  • Wusthof Ikon Blackwood 4 1/2 inch Utility Knife

    Wusthof Ikon Blackwood 4 1/2 inch Utility Knife

    The Wusthof Ikon Blackwood 4 ½ inch Utility Knife is perfect for thick sandwiches, meat, fruit and vegetables. The classic, mid-sized blade is completely forged from one piece of high carbon stainless steel and featuring PEtec edge technology,...

    $175.00
  • Miyabi Koh 9 1/2 inch Chef's Knife

    Miyabi Koh 9 1/2 inch Chef's Knife

    Beautifully polished to a mirror finish, the ice-hardened blade of the Miyabi Koh 9½ inch Chef's Knife is extremely durable and corrosion resistant. Made from revolutionary fine carbide FC61 steel, this knife offers the signature sharpness for...

    $174.95
  • Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 6 inch Chef's Knife

    Miyabi Kaizen 5000DP 6 inch Chef's Knife

    The Zwilling Miyabi Kaizen 6 inch chef's knife has a sharp Japanese-style edge that makes chopping and slicing easy. The blade stays sharp for longer thanks to the hard VG10 steel core. It also has a great-looking Damascus pattern on the blade because...

    $174.95
  • Wusthof Classic Ikon 8 inch Bread Knife

    Wusthof Classic Ikon 8 inch Bread Knife

    Smoothly slice through the crispiest crusts with this Wusthof Classic Ikon 8 inch bread knife. The serrated knife edge slices the bread crust without crushing the loaf. Its length and triangular tip are designed for all types of loaves. A good way...

    $170.00
  • Wusthof Classic Ikon 5 inch Santoku - Hollow Edge

    Wusthof Classic Ikon 5 inch Santoku - Hollow Edge

    The Wusthof Classic Ikon 5 inch hollow edge santoku knife is a terrifc multi-purpose tool. This useful chefs knife has an especially sharp blade thanks to Wusthof high quality construction and German stainless steel. This Asian chefs knife sports a...

    $170.00
  • Wusthof Classic 8 inch Chef's Knife

    Wusthof Classic 8 inch Chef's Knife

    Every kitchen needs a good quality chef's knife. It's the top most used knife in commercial and domestic kitchens. This versatile blade can be used for chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing. Wusthof Classic chef's knives are available in a variety of...

    $170.00
  • Wusthof Classic Ikon 6 inch Utility Knife

    Wusthof Classic Ikon 6 inch Utility Knife

    The Wusthof Classic Ikon 6 inch utility knife has a thin, slightly flexible blade. Use if, certainly for making sandwiches, but also as a utility knife, for slicing and carving. In in pinch, because the blade is so sharp, you can even use it to...

    $170.00