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How to Choose Your First Japanese Knife – A Beginner’s Guide

Japanese knives have a legendary reputation. Known for their razor-sharp edges, lightweight design, and refined craftsmanship, they are beloved by both professional chefs and home cooks. But for be...

5 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Kitchen Knife

A high-quality knife is one of the most important tools in your kitchen. But like all tools, it won’t last forever. Even with sharpening and good care, knives eventually wear down. The question man...

The Ultimate Guide to Knife Blade Angles

Why are Japanese knives known for being razor sharp, while Western knives are often considered more durable? The answer lies in one key factor: blade angle. The angle at which a knife is sharpened ...

Top 5 Knife Mistakes Beginners Make

A sharp, well-designed knife can transform the way you cook. But many beginners make the same common mistakes that lead to frustration, damaged knives, or even accidents. At OSERM, we believe that ...

How Many Knives Do You Really Need in the Kitchen?

Walk into any kitchen store and you’ll find rows of knife sets containing 10, 12, or even 20 knives. At the same time, professional chefs often say they rely on just a handful of blades for almost ...

Cleaver vs Butcher Knife – Heavy-Duty Battle

When it comes to heavy-duty kitchen knives, two blades dominate the conversation: the cleaver and the butcher knife. At first glance, they seem similar—large, strong, and intimidating. Yet their de...

Utility Knife vs Santoku Knife – Which Is More Versatile?

When choosing knives for your kitchen, versatility is often the top priority. Two knives that frequently draw comparison are the utility knife and the Santoku knife. Both are multipurpose, both are...

Oyster Knife vs Paring Knife – Why They’re Not the Same

At first glance, the oyster knife and the paring knife may look alike. They are both small, handheld tools with short blades. However, their purposes, designs, and safety features are completely di...

Filet Knife vs Boning Knife – Which Works Better for Fish?

In the kitchen, two knives often spark confusion: the filet knife and the boning knife. Both are slim, narrow blades, both handle meat and fish, yet they are not the same. The filet knife is specia...

Bread Knife vs Chef Knife – Which Should You Buy First?

When building a knife collection, one of the most common questions is: should you start with a bread knife or a chef knife? Both are valuable tools in the kitchen, but their roles, designs, and imp...