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Post by Village Idiot on Dec 16, 2021 21:52:56 GMT -5
I use my Chef's knife all the time. I wasn't looking forward to slicing up a chicken breast tonight and then it occurred to me: I haven't been sharpening my knife. I sharpened it tonight, the chicken cut up like butter, and there was joy in the task.
I've been skipping things lately. Not doing a crossword. Not playing much guitar. Not walking though the woods and timber. Not sharpening my knife.
My wife is gone but I was reminded tonight: There is joy to be found in this world. In simple things. Like solving a puzzle. Making music. Enjoying nature. Sharpening a knife. We just have to remember that those things are there.
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Post by Cornflake on Dec 16, 2021 22:19:19 GMT -5
Yes, we do.
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Post by Rob Hanesworth on Dec 16, 2021 22:43:15 GMT -5
And don't forget visiting me in Indiana. Everyone enjoys that.
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Post by Cosmic Wonder on Dec 16, 2021 22:43:33 GMT -5
Absolutely true, Todd. I have some decent knives. Shun, Mac, Wusthof, Mercer. They all came sharp and hold a edge well but they need attention. Regular use of a steel and about every ten months or so I break out the water stones and spend a a couple of hours insuring their future use will be mostly effortless. A sharp knife is a joy. I think it’s also imperative to use a good wood cutting board, and never put your good knives in the dishwasher.
Mike
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Post by concertinagirl on Dec 17, 2021 5:50:40 GMT -5
My wife is gone but I was reminded tonight: There is joy to be found in this world. In simple things. Like solving a puzzle. Making music. Enjoying nature. Sharpening a knife. We just have to remember that those things are there. Todd, this post makes my heart very happy. |
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Post by Dub on Dec 17, 2021 7:56:05 GMT -5
Very true, Todd. Your post bring us joy as well.
There is joy in seeing the joy of others.
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Post by drlj on Dec 17, 2021 7:57:46 GMT -5
Good thoughts, Todd.
And, you are visiting this part of Indiana, too, right?
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Post by Marshall on Dec 17, 2021 9:03:18 GMT -5
Don't try carrying that thing on an airplane.
(Good on you, Todd)
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Post by howard lee on Dec 17, 2021 12:45:57 GMT -5
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Post by Hobson on Dec 17, 2021 13:23:05 GMT -5
We each work through grief in our own way. I have seen friends just let things go during the pandemic. That's one type of grief, or maybe despair. Losing the love of your life is obviously much harder to work through.
We have a nice set of Sabatier (French) kitchen knives. Mr. H wore away the carving knife years ago. He sharpened it constantly. I then couldn't find the direct replacement and got him a Saint Moritz (German). Now that one is a shadow of its former self. I'm going to look for both of those brands. If I have no luck, I'll start with Mike's list.
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Post by Shannon on Dec 17, 2021 17:24:32 GMT -5
Yes, my friend, sometimes we just have to hold on to the little things.
I heard this song playing overhead in a Kohls department store, and it stuck with me. I think it fits.
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Post by jdd2 on Dec 17, 2021 17:53:41 GMT -5
A tangent, but if anyone goes knife shopping, browsing garage sales, etc., try out a santoku if you can. (not a brand, it's a design/shape)
Don't go for anything expensive/fancy, probably better if it's simple/cheap.
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Post by Village Idiot on Dec 17, 2021 18:13:00 GMT -5
A tangent, but if anyone goes knife shopping, browsing garage sales, etc., try out a santoku if you can. (not a brand, it's a design/shape) Don't go for anything expensive/fancy, probably better if it's simple/cheap. I googled up images, what are the advantages? |
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Post by billhammond on Dec 17, 2021 18:21:16 GMT -5
My pride and joy:  |
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Post by John B on Dec 17, 2021 18:30:53 GMT -5
Yes, my friend, sometimes we just have to hold on to the little things. I heard this song playing overhead in a Kohls department store, and it stuck with me. I think it fits. I didn't realize she was a singer. I recognize see her from the movie Orange County. She's Sissy Spacek's daughter. |
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Post by Cosmic Wonder on Dec 17, 2021 18:31:30 GMT -5
My pride and joy: Wusthof Ikons are great knives. For Renee, the regular Wusthof knives are like all European knives, with a 22 degree bevel. The Ikons are made like Japanese knives, with a 12 to 15 degree bevel. I much prefer the Japanese style, they cut easier and finer. The only down side is one needs to be a bit more careful with the finer edge around thing like bones, or dense squash so as not to chip the edges. Mike |
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Post by factorychef on Dec 17, 2021 18:37:15 GMT -5
I have good knives but I don't use them anymore. I now use $10.00 Oxo small french knives. I have a small draw through knife sharpener. People always cut them selves or don't hold the better knives right.
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Post by jdd2 on Dec 17, 2021 19:34:14 GMT -5
Wikipedia has an entry on santoku knives, read there if you want, but the idea is multi-utility, good for almost anything (the 'three uses' part of the name, but it's kind of a do-anything). Get the common double bevel. This design is thinner, so good for slicing veggies (slice without breaking). My wife uses one for peeling things like daikon or apples, even pieces of ginger, and prefers a less sharp one. (we have three, she never uses the one I keep sharpest, and I really only use that one when trimming meat)
Along with the range of uses, opt for a cheapie--stainless, cheap wood handle, so that also, conveniently, you can stick in the dishwasher without a second thought. That you can use anyhow and not worry about. At someplace like walmart, probably $15, give or take. If there's a choice of lengths, start with mid to shorter.
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Post by John B on Dec 17, 2021 19:51:25 GMT -5
Wikipedia has an entry on santoku knives, read there if you want, but the idea is multi-utility, good for almost anything (the 'three uses' part of the name, but it's kind of a do-anything). Get the common double bevel. This design is thinner, so good for slicing veggies (slice without breaking). My wife uses one for peeling things like daikon or apples, even pieces of ginger, and prefers a less sharp one. (we have three, she never uses the one I keep sharpest, and I really only use that one when trimming meat) Along with the range of uses, opt for a cheapie--stainless, cheap wood handle, so that also, conveniently, you can stick in the dishwasher without a second thought. That you can use anyhow and not worry about. At someplace like walmart, probably $15, give or take. If there's a choice of lengths, start with mid to shorter. Huh. Saw a picture of one and realized I've had one for about 20 years. Something my ex purchased. Right now, duller than a... thing that's really dull. |
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Post by drlj on Dec 17, 2021 21:11:28 GMT -5
When I almost cut my finger off on Thanksgiving it was with a very sharp Wusthof Classic Chef’s knife. It went through the lemon and my finger like nothing. Another few weeks and I can take the bandage off.
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