I have a simple pull-through manual sharpener that does the job just fine. Though the Wüsthof 8-inch classic chef’s knife is our pick for best overall chef’s knife, we also like the Mac Knife ...

In this case, higher quality steak knives will just stand up better to lifelong sharpening; we'd add this Wüsthof steak knife set to our own wishlist. Non-serrated is best not only to power ...