Knife Advice Blog

Gyuto Rhymes with Pluto

Gyuto rhymes with Pluto, our second favorite planet. Lots of English language speakers ask us how to pronounce the name of the most popular Japanese kitchen knife. They often misplace the "O" and the "U" sounds, saying gyoh-too. Others annunciate...

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The Knife With the Dragon Tattoo

District Cutlery recently invested in a fiber laser to give us the capability to personalize your blades with letters, numbers and images. We can add your name or message in a variety of fonts and we can e … > read more

Posted by Derek Swanson on 12th Jul 2024

Blade Show 2024 Recap

 Dylan and I traveled to Atlanta last weekend for the annual Blade Show, the largest knife show in the world. From arrival early Friday afternoon to departing around the same time on Sunday, we r … > read more

Posted by Derek Swanson on 13th Jun 2024

Shibata Knives Tinker Barracuda Leap-Year Edition

Shibata Tinker Knives are considered bucket-list score for kitchen knife enthusiasts. To get one you have to be lucky or adventurous (ie. visit Shibata san at his facility in Tosa). They are perpetually … > read more

Posted by Derek Swanson on 23rd Apr 2024

Knife Safety Lessons for Scouts to Earn the Whittling Chip

In case you were not able to attend our knife safety training in person, here is what you missed:We will discuss the following requirements to earn the Whittling Chip are as follows: Know the safety rules … > read more

Posted by Derek Swanson on 26th Oct 2023

Sharpening Your Knife Skills - A Definitive Guide for Beginners

Want to cook like a master chef? Improving your knife skills is a great place to start. Preparing a delicious dish requires more than just great ingredients - you also need to know your way around you … > read more

Posted by Derek Swanson on 28th Sep 2023

Exploring the Best Knife Types for Your Culinary Adventures

Successful cooking starts with having the right tools. In particular, keeping high-quality knives on hand makes a huge difference, whether you’re dicing onions, filleting fish, or garnishing your dishes … > read more

Posted by Derek Swanson on 28th Sep 2023

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