The “Perfect” Chef’s Knife I Use Every Single Day Is 20% Off (It’s a Meal-Prep Superhero!)

Avid home cooks know the importance of having quality kitchen essentials — from durable Dutch ovens to trusty skillets, cutting boards, spatulas, and so much more. One cooking essential that is in my top three, though? A sharp chef’s knife. I can’t think of a day that goes by when I’m not using a knife in the kitchen (unless I’m traveling, of course!). So along with my beloved Our Place Always Pan and Mini Always Pan, my knives are a top-tier essential for me. And recently I got my hands on HexClad’s Damascus Steel Chef’s Knife to test — and I have to say, it has quickly become the knife I reach for in my kitchen.

Given that I’ve been cooking since I was in middle school, I have used quite a few knives in my time. And it seems like every year lately, I am using a different chef’s knife. But to be honest, I haven’t really loved any of them. Some have gotten dull really quickly and feel expendable; another was very pricey and therefore, I’m too nervous to use it regularly. But this one from HexClad is my Goldilocks knife, offering quality without an intimidating price. And to sweeten the pot, it’s currently on sale on HexClad’s website!

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The HexClad Damascus Steel Chef’s Knife is the knife I reach for on the regular now — and it could be yours, too. Like most chef’s knives, this one features an 8-inch blade, while also boasting a beautiful pakkawood handle. It’ll likely stand out from your other knives because the handle is a deep green color (I don’t know about you, but most of my knives have a steel or black handle, which makes this one very obvious to find). One of the biggest-selling points of this knife, though, is how sharp its blade is. Over the course of the last few years, I’ve used three different chef’s knives and none of them are as sharp and effective as this one. The blade is made from Japanese Damascus steel (and nearly 70 layers worth!), which gives the blade a distinct pattern that none of my stainless steel knives have. 

Plus, this knife is so easy to clean. It is recommended you hand-wash it, so as soon as I’m done using it, I take it to the sink and wash it with my dish soap and a sponge. It never gives me any problems, and in less than 5 minutes it’s back in my drawer. I just make sure to dry it really well, since Damascus steel is more likely to have issues with rusting than my stainless steel knives.

The HexClad Damascus Steel Chef’s Knife is exactly what I look for in my cutlery. Most importantly, it’s sharp and cuts very well, even through ingredients like tomatoes, which some of my other, duller knives immediately squish. Beyond that, it feels really nice in my hand, since the handle is decently heavy but not out of balance with the blade. 

One aspect of this knife that I really appreciate is its price point. I have a different knife that is over $200, and while it is beautiful, high-quality cutlery, I am usually too scared to use it. Because it’s so pricey, I don’t want to accidentally damage it or harm it somehow. I put my knives through it on a regular basis, and so a superexpensive knife is hard for me to truly enjoy without that worry. This HexClad chef’s knife is high-quality but doesn’t come with that concern, since it’s typically only $99. And right now, it’s actually on sale, so you can get it for just $79. 

Whether you personally need a new, trusty chef’s knife for day-to-day cooking or know someone else who does, this HexClad knife is one you’ll want to have in your drawer or knife block — especially since it’s 20% off right now!

Buy: HexClad Damascus Steel Chef’s Knife, $79 (normally, $99)