18 Transitional Kitchen Knives and Accessories

If you're going to splurge on one kitchen product, make sure it's your kitchen knives. Your kitchen cutlery sees almost daily use, so investing in high-quality knives will ensure they stand the test of time. A knife block is the easiest way to expand your collection, since it comes with up to 22 of the most frequently used pieces. If you prefer to hand select your knives, be sure to get the basic options, including a chef knife, steak knives, bread knife, utility knife and boning knife. More

Laguiole French Cheese Knife Set- Red - Bright and attention-getting yet ultimately sophisticated, the Laguiole French Cheese Knife Set in Red exhibits the handsome, classic details of French-crafted traditional cutlery, complete with the hammered bee symbol adorning the handles which denotes laguiole cutlery. A cheerful coat of true red on the handles contrasts beautifully with the silver of the steel.

Bright and attention-getting yet ultimately sophisticated, the Laguiole French Cheese Knife Set in Red exhibits the handsome, classic details of French-crafted traditional cutlery, complete with the hammered bee symbol adorning the handles which denotes laguiole cutlery. A cheerful coat of true...

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Laguiole French Cheese Knife Set- Red

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Armani Fine Woodworking - Edge Grain Walnut, Cerry & Maple Bread Board - This beautiful, handmade Walnut, Cherry, & Rock Maple Edge Grain Butcher Block Bread Cutting Board will travel from my small shop directly to your kitchen...I'm confident that you'll love the impeccable quality and care that goes into every handmade piece.

This beautiful, handmade Walnut, Cherry, & Rock Maple Edge Grain Butcher Block Bread Cutting Board will travel from my small shop directly to your kitchen...I'm confident that you'll love the impeccable quality and care that goes into every handmade piece.

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Edge Grain Walnut, Cerry & Maple Bread Board

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Add variety and sophistication to the mood of the appetizer course with the Laguiole French Cheese Knife set, or use the three implements to make a casual spread feel like an elegant brasserie. The traditional forged bee symbol of laguiole-style cutlery details handles made elegant by silver...

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Laguiole French Cheese Knife Set- Blue

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Opinel Stainless Steel Oak Wood No. 8 - The iconic French-made stainless steel knife rendered for a more elite and personal presentation with an oak handle, the Opinel No. 8 in Oak Wood serves as a handsome and traditional pocket knife for you and makes a gorgeous unisex gift for those who would benefit from the presence of such a versatile all-purpose tool. A locking collar keeps the blade folded while not in use.

The iconic French-made stainless steel knife rendered for a more elite and personal presentation with an oak handle, the Opinel No. 8 in Oak Wood serves as a handsome and traditional pocket knife for you and makes a gorgeous unisex gift for those who would benefit from the presence of such a...

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Opinel Stainless Steel Oak Wood No. 8

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Laguiole Olivewood Butter Knife - The Laguiole Olivewood Butter Knife invites guests to reach for the condiments without interrupting their enjoyment of your tastefully-curated tableware and decor.� Glamorous with an air of the country squire's seat adorned by local craftsmanship, the French-made butter knife is artful on its own, but its impact increases when it is joined with other elements from this natural wood flatware collection.

The Laguiole Olivewood Butter Knife invites guests to reach for the condiments without interrupting their enjoyment of your tastefully-curated tableware and decor.� Glamorous with an air of the country squire's seat adorned by local craftsmanship, the French-made butter knife is artful on its own,...

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Laguiole Olivewood Butter Knife

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Mushroom Knife - An easy-to-lock folding blade slides into a varnished beechwood handle with a satin-smooth finish and laguiole-like curve, while a quality boar-silk brush at the opposite end completes the functionality of the Opinel Mushroom Knife. The dramatic arch of the blade accounts for the usefulness of this knife to gardeners; the handsome knife accomplishes small, essential tasks without damaging delicate plant and fungus structures.

An easy-to-lock folding blade slides into a varnished beechwood handle with a satin-smooth finish and laguiole-like curve, while a quality boar-silk brush at the opposite end completes the functionality of the Opinel Mushroom Knife. The dramatic arch of the blade accounts for the usefulness of...

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Mushroom Knife

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Opinel No. 12 - A wonderful folding utility knife created with elite French craftsmanship and centuries-old techniques, the Opinel No. 12 is a large, perfectly-sharpened knife with a carbon steel blade that folds neatly into a smooth, classic beechwood handle. An excellent gift for the gardener, the outdoor enthusiast, or the traveling amateur chef, this folding knife covers the eventualities of life with an elite practicality.

A wonderful folding utility knife created with elite French craftsmanship and centuries-old techniques, the Opinel No. 12 is a large, perfectly-sharpened knife with a carbon steel blade that folds neatly into a smooth, classic beechwood handle. An excellent gift for the gardener, the outdoor...

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Opinel No. 12

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Pruning Knife No. 10 - Providing a useful shape for multiple tasks, yet unconventional in its form, the No. 10 Pruning Knife is a thoughtful, tasteful, elite gift for any gardener which aids in completing delicate garden tasks and in easily selecting and cutting stems and branches to create indoor arrangements. This multi-purpose garden pruner has an elegant handle of varnished beechwood and a dramatically curved blade.

Providing a useful shape for multiple tasks, yet unconventional in its form, the No. 10 Pruning Knife is a thoughtful, tasteful, elite gift for any gardener which aids in completing delicate garden tasks and in easily selecting and cutting stems and branches to create indoor arrangements. This...

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Pruning Knife No. 10

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Laguiole French Cheese Knife Set- Red

$40

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Laguiole French Cheese Knife Set- Blue

$40

Medici Fish Knife - Flat-bladed and broad, a fish knife is essential for serving seafood with ease and unruffled grace, and the Medici collection's version of this oft-overlooked part of the hostess set feels comfortable in the hand due to its weighty, well-balanced pewter casting. A segmented-citrus knob at the end of the handle reflects the rich formality of the piece.

Flat-bladed and broad, a fish knife is essential for serving seafood with ease and unruffled grace, and the Medici collection's version of this oft-overlooked part of the hostess set feels comfortable in the hand due to its weighty, well-balanced pewter casting. A segmented-citrus knob at the end...

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Medici Fish Knife

$39

Medici Bar Knife - Be ever prepared to serve zesty twists and original muddlings when you entertain by keeping the Medici Bar Knife close at hand. A surprisingly useful single tool for saving space in your sideboard (or picnic basket) while keeping your festivities on a handsome, upscale level, this pewter-handled blade includes a section of serrations, plus useful notches for bartending tasks.

Be ever prepared to serve zesty twists and original muddlings when you entertain by keeping the Medici Bar Knife close at hand. A surprisingly useful single tool for saving space in your sideboard (or picnic basket) while keeping your festivities on a handsome, upscale level, this pewter-handled...

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Medici Bar Knife

$50

Medici Cheese Knife - A honed edge and curved, split tip make the stainless steel blade of the Medici Cheese Knife an effortless server, while the curved pewter handle lends an attractive presence to this essential of appetizer sideboards and formal full-course serving. Handsome detail work with eighteenth-century inspirations combines with the drama of a curved, contoured handle.

A honed edge and curved, split tip make the stainless steel blade of the Medici Cheese Knife an effortless server, while the curved pewter handle lends an attractive presence to this essential of appetizer sideboards and formal full-course serving. Handsome detail work with eighteenth-century...

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Medici Cheese Knife

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Laguiole Olivewood Butter Knife

$30

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Mushroom Knife

$50

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Opinel No. 12

$40

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Opinel Stainless Steel Oak Wood No. 8

$30

Opinel Carbon Steel Olive Wood No. 8 - A prized luxury wood used to create its sturdy handle makes this carbon-steel version of the Opinel No. 8 in Olive Wood a truly elite possession. Practical, sturdy, durable, and easy to keep sharp with its blade's masterful curve and bevel, the folding knife can be simply locked either open or closed, resulting in safety and portability along with the stability of a fixed blade.

A prized luxury wood used to create its sturdy handle makes this carbon-steel version of the Opinel No. 8 in Olive Wood a truly elite possession. Practical, sturdy, durable, and easy to keep sharp with its blade's masterful curve and bevel, the folding knife can be simply locked either open or...

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Opinel Carbon Steel Olive Wood No. 8

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What size knife block should I buy?

Although knife blocks range from four- to 22-piece sets, a typical collection includes 14 to 16 pieces. When picking out a knife block set, be sure it has all the key components — even the most basic should include a chef's knife, slicing knife, Santoku knife, boning knife, utility knife, paring knife and kitchen shears. Most knife blocks also include six or more steak knives, though you might need to buy your own set if you tend to have more than six people over for dinner. To ensure your set stays nice and sharp, look for a block that also includes a sharpener.

What individual kitchen knives do I need?

If you can't quite afford a knife block, be sure to have at least four knife sizes for different cutting needs. For example, a chef's knife, Santoku knife, utility knife and carving knife should cover all the bases. You should invest in a nice steak knife collection as well. If you already have a large selection, consider specialty options, including a bread knife, cheese knife, mezzaluna or cleaver.

Besides a cutting board, what other knife accessories should I buy?

A cutting board (or two) is a must-have accessory, especially since you don't want to ruin nice countertops or dishes. Wood chopping blocks are popular options, but there are also bamboo, plastic or glass cutting boards. You can even buy specialty boards, like cheese boards and bread boards, for entertaining.

If you don't have a block but still need a place to store your set, consider a magnetic knife holder. Drawer knife blocks are also an option, since they ensure knives have a home without taking up valuable countertop space.

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