The knife used in more professional kitchens than any other at this price — Victorinox's Fibrox Pro uses their specially tempered stainless steel that holds an edge through commercial kitchen use, an ergonomic Fibrox handle that's non-slip even wet, and a weight balance that suits both experienced cooks and beginners. The professional recommendation for the best knife under £40.
Global's chef's knife revolutionised domestic knife quality when it launched in 1985 and the G-2 remains their benchmark. CROMOVA 18 steel holds an edge significantly longer than cheaper alternatives, the seamless one-piece construction has no joint for bacteria to accumulate, and the hollow handle filled with sand is weighted for perfect balance. The knife that changed how home cooks think about knives.
Shun makes the most beautiful kitchen knives — the Classic uses VG-MAX steel for exceptional edge retention, a Damascus-clad blade with 68 layers that's as visually striking as it is functional, and a PakkaWood handle that's comfortable in both large and small hands. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan with over 100 steps per knife. The knife that makes people buy Japanese steel and never go back.