Steak Knives & Steak Knife Sets

Steak Knife Sets

Crate & Barrel boasts a collection of steak knives and steak knife sets in a variety of styles and finishes. Made from high-quality materials such as stainless steel, high-carbon steel or forged steel, each steak knives set combines cutting-edge technology with sleek looks. From Scandinavian-inspired forms to traditional steakhouse designs, you'll find the best steak knives for every occasion. Serving a tri-tip roast or prime rib at your next dinner party? Lay each place setting with a steak knife to help guests effortlessly cut through their food, maximizing their enjoyment. Pair the meal with a rich cabernet or malbec in served in long-stemmed red wine glasses to complete the elegant feel. Prefer chicken or pork to beef? With their ultra-sharp blade, steak table knives can slice through all types of meat, regardless of the preparation method. To give your table a modern look, find steak knives with handles in unexpected shapes and blades in contemporary finishes, such as copper. The French steak knives offered by Laguiole, for example, feature contemporary monochromatic handle and blade combinations as well as comfort-contoured handles. Prefer a classic style? Select a set of steak knives with traditional black or wood handles and a sleek, stainless steel blade, such as J.A. Henckels Zwilling Pro and Zwilling Gourmet or Wusthof steak knives.

Types of Steak Knives

As you try to find the best steak knives for your table, you'll notice that there are two primary types: serrated steak knives and straight-edge steak knives. Serrated steak knives, also known as scalloped knives, are the more classic and common of the two. The tiny "teeth" along the blade are designed to cut through both tough exteriors and soft interiors. This type of steak knife tends to require less frequent sharpening but is also more difficult to sharpen when the need does arise. Straight-edge steak knives, in contrast, rely on a precisely honed blade to slice, rather than saw, through meat. Fans of this variety prefer the straight-edge steak knife because it cuts without tearing the meat fibers, preserving more of the dish's flavorful juices. However, this cutlery does require more maintenance than serrated steak knives sets do. In the end, it all comes down to a matter of preference and which variation meshes best with your needs. Once you've selected a steak knife set, put your new utensils to good use by cooking up a juicy sous vide steak with a side of potatoes and roasted vegetables for dinner.

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