Lamson 8-Inch Chinese Vegetable Cleaver
An American-made version of the classic Chinese-style cleaver, this knife can make quick work of everything from vegetables to fine herbs to a full chicken. The blade is handcrafted from high-carbon stainless steel, which is known for its strength and resistance to corrosion, and is ground with an 18- to 20-degree angle for more edge durability. Plus, the blade belly is gently curved unlike many other Chinese cleavers, so it’s ideal for rock chopping and mincing. The barrel handle carved from ultrahard walnut is comfortable and well-suited to any hand size, and it’s impermeable to water damage. The blade also features double-sided edging—so it works well for left and right hand users.
Lamson Ulu Knife
Dating back to 2500 BC, the Ulu knife is said to have been passed down from generation to generation. We found this rocking Ulu knife easy to use for just about anything, from fine prep-work like mincing herbs to bigger jobs like cutting pizza. If you’re a pro with a chef’s knife, you may prefer to stick to just one type of knife, but if you are looking for a knife that requires no technique and effortless cuts, the tempered high-carbon stainless steel blade and beveled edge will get any job done quickly.