Understanding common knives and knife surfaces
You've probably already seen that knives have a pretty wide variety of surfaces and finishes. Some of these surfaces are decorative, but some can actually make...
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You've probably already seen that knives have a pretty wide variety of surfaces and finishes. Some of these surfaces are decorative, but some can actually make a difference to how you cut food.
So in this online lesson about common knives and surfaces, Steffen Bach will guide you through what these different surfaces look like, and the effect they have. He'll also give you his top three picks for a great knife starter kit so you can start building your collection!
What you'll learn in this lesson about Understanding common knives and knife surfaces
- How to identify different knife surfaces
- How these surfaces aid in food preparation
- Three key knives to build your starter kit
Instructor

Steffen Bach is a knife expert and owner of Suba Knives, a sharpening and knife production company located in Copenhagen, Denmark. Steffen has worked in the knife industry for 10 years, honing his art to become an expert in knife craftsmanship....
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