An Expert and Comprehensive View on Knives

David Holly, owner at Knife Merchant, is an expert on all things knives. Take a seat and enjoy this video where he covers the knives he carries for the true professional, but while you watch, remember that he was a former chef while paying his way through college and has worked in many different cuisines and capacities in the restaurant industry.
We know this video is long, but we needed to provide all the important information from the expert himself. If you'd like to email David, send your inquiery to [e-mail]
If you wish to order anything from knifemerchant.com be sure to use code NKB10 at check out to get 10% off everything! They have extended our discount to all of our fans and shipping is at the lowest rate. They can even ship worldwide however, you will be responsible for the shipping costs and any import taxes your country may impose.
Master Sushi Chef Hiroyuki Terada has been using Kikuichi brand knives for over 20 years, in particular Model WGS21-08-0 which has an 8" blade and has a double sided beveled edge. This is the knife you see in all of our videos. His reason for choosing this knife is for the overall feel in his hand and the perfect balance between handle and blade. He has recently added the Masahiro MH13711 which also has an 8" blade but uses the latest technology that posses a single beveled edge to put the force in the item you're cutting rather than in your fingers. Chef Hiro is excited to add this knife to his collection which is something he hasn't explored in over 20 years. These are the main 2 knives he uses.
As always, we wish to thank all of our fans for spending time here with us on KZbin. We're all humbled and grateful for all of you and for all the sweet, kind and spirited comments. See you in the next episode...
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[@BolFelix]

I was yelling ''FOCUS'' for the close shots of the different blades

[@happydeux2254]

+BolFelix Ditto!

[@Sodchucker]

Unwatchable. The super out-of-focus close-ups were driving me bananas! I listened to it in the background though: loads of great information!

[@nicetimmy]

dont wanna complain cuz this is a really good video but i lost my temper everytime when it get close ...

[@seancoyote]

LOL I hear AvE's host in the back of my head say Focus you fuck.

[@dandavis2022]

The videographer stills does this in 2020. With his little grunts and poor cinematography, it is hard to enjoy watching Hiro at work, or David, for that matter. No offense Hiro, but stop asking a friend to do a job you need a professional doing.

[@SamyKalem]

That's a happy man explaining and talking about something that he truly loves. We see him smile every time he speaks of a knife. I will definitely reach out to him for any custom orders.

[@Quagigitymire]

Seriously, is this guy immortal? It would take 2 lifetimes to learn, memorize, and be able to explain in such detail the information this man knows on his knives from brand, style, finish, construction, application, to manufacturer legacy, location, reputation, distribution, and so on. Truly amazing. Although, often times the genius of their craft types don't make for the most efficient salesmen. Their knowledge and at times passion for the product becomes their curse by causing them to oversell what was sold in the first minute into the discussion. However, it's these type of people that create lifetime customers who value trust, experience, and confidence over fast, easy, and inexpensive shopping. I bet he has customers who will only exclusively work with him and have done so for as long as he has been in business.

[@MasterofPlay7]

lol their products are overpriced

[@Darthpdogg]

Thank you David for the expert advise. After watching this video I took a road trip to that store. I didn't expect David to be the one to help me. I was the only one in the shop. He brought out all kinds of knives and gave me a detailed run down of every knife and helped me choose. He is such a humble man. I decided on a Miyabi 5000 8' chef knife and I couldn't be happier.

[@lumpyq6385]

Only 37 Minutes, I could have listened to this guy all day. What knowledge he has, I really liked the end when he was talking about the Restaurant Business.

[@lumpyq6385]

I was on his Site and he has some great stuff. Looking forward to doing business with him. Yes Sir you have viewer but that's because you have a great Channel. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrJoshItIs]

Very interesting and also closer to my heart (not the chef but the programmer side).

[@michaelsanders1617]

David's knowledge and understanding is outstanding as is his eloquent ability to share it. I'm UK based but tempted to fly to the States just to meet him and browse his store! Wish we had a David over here! Thank you so much David.

[@kimehunt4501]

My only complaint about this video is it's too short. Seriously make more videos with him.

[@vilhelmhammershoi3871]

What a pleasure to hear David, explain every single thing and yet you know there is so much more he could tell you! So happy to find this video! Thank you!

[@victorhugo-nt8yh]

This guy is the MAN! I have been shopping here before watching Hiroyuki-San. I can honestly say i have left pleasantly poor sometimes. I get more than what i need every time, and they actually care about their customers. After being a chef for a few years and their customer, my knife bag was stolen, and i lost thousands of dollars in knives (tools). The staff was very prompt and helped me get what i needed to get back on my feet. I constantly recommended Knife merchant to any level restaurant professional when they ask me about my knives and how "Sharp" they are. -Victor Hugo : sushi chef & General manager

[@user-ki3dj9pu9y]

David, as a chef myself I smiled when you started talking pricing on coffee and sodas and went into yield ect. Hit the nail on the head sir.

[@sixeighttoast2853]

When he is talking about wrapping a softer metal outside around a harder metal, it's called San Mai. Really great way to make blades. The knowledge this gentleman has is incredible. I could watch a four hour video of him talking about the different types of knife makers and how each blade is made.

[@lienadarev]

oh wow. David, you are just fascinating ... respect. It has become so rare to find this level of quality of information on the net. Big thanks.

[@christophernyland1256]

this is the BEST knife educational video i have ever had the pleasure of watching...Thank you Hiro!

[@sumitbanodha]

Even though it's an old video, but man, the guy made me watch whole video with full attention. He possesses such in depth knowledge of knowledge, I haven't seen anyone on KZbin who with such passion explains all you need know about knife.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

He does have an in-depth* knowledge of knives*, ideed.

[@fnaticMSIl3oom]

This guy knows what he sells and have pride in them. Thank you for sharing such an awesome video.

[@salomonsilhy4790]

Thank you David for your rich and exquisite explanation. You are the best of the best. God bless you!

[@md360app1]

Thank you David was awesome, great walk through all the knives....good job

[@Crazyknives]

A very smart person, those are the ones who make the difference in pretty much any thing!!

[@vash347]

I just ordered 2 knives from this guy a few hours ago, lol. He is exactly this nice and this thorough. I had a special situation that included sending e-mails with picture descriptions of what I was looking for and he helped me find what I needed personally. I definitely recommend purchasing your knives or anything else you might need from this store! They're in San Diego - He stands by his product so if you have any issues - they have a great warranty setup to help you out.

[@sebastianmoreno7183]

This vid helped me learn some new things about knives.

[@StropSharp]

I'm just a home cook who knows the value in good knives and share the same philosophy that good preparations are done by knife technique and that the attribute of sharpness is not only in how food looks but how it taste and how fast it cooks. There are cooks who would blow me out of the water with a basic el cheapo knife but there is something to be appreciated about high end knives for sure. Love these videos the guy is very well versed.

[@claudedanis5712]

M. David you are amazing ! So much presence of knowledge and personality ! You are an inspiration ! Thank you sir 👍

[@Hzec]

Can't believe I watched a 37 minute video about knives. It was damn worth it, he has so much knowledge on knives and I'm sure everyone who watched this video or goes into his store will learn something new. Great video nonetheless. :)

[@careyclendenny1060]

yes it was worth it!!! wow! address please.

[@TheStromxxxx]

Amazing amazing amazing video. I love the way he explain things. He is not talking around a subject.

[@booyaskooya]

I wouldn't mind if this video was even longer. What a fun and interesting experience.

[@Stargazer80able]

David Holly is really a knowledgeable guy. Really enjoy listening to him.

[@BrickFilmsCinema]

Wow, what a treat to go into that shop!

[@jakedesmond5107]

What an incredible video! Thanks so much for your time.

[@matthew1103]

I really enjoy these longer more comprehensive videos. :)

[@ernie548]

Listening to David was *very* helpful in explaining a lot of things. It closed a few gaps in my mind regarding knives.

[@siulm123]

I love your presentation and knowledge of knives. I have seen it several times. And get something knew each time. Thank you Luis

[@mrsellers7566]

Just excellent a true 360 degree approach to providing solutions to his global customers.

[@v23452]

An Excellent presenter. I admire his spirit, manner, voice, knowledge, experience and choice of great knives. There's something "European" in your ways. I'd love to have friends like you.

[@oddgreen]

I could listen to David talk all day. Really interesting info.

[@sixeighttoast2853]

I have to comment again. I received my Minonokuni knife from this gentlemans website yesterday. I added the free sharpening option, and I have to say, it is the sharpest knife that I own. Much sharper than my Shun knife. The customer service of this company is also amazing. I had a typo on my billing address (my fault), and they called me within an hour to clear it up, and I received my knife a couple days later. The guy that does the sharpening is amazing as well. Just the weight of the knife I purchased was enough to cut beautifully through a 2 inch thick fillet like it was nothing. So if anyone is considering buying a knife from this company, I highly suggest it.

[@andregreen8040]

I bought a full set of Shun Reserve knives and honing steel along with matching knife block and knife storage pouch from Knife Merchants about 10 years ago. I paid half the price that they were selling for here in Australia. Great people to deal with.

[@seventwenty4569]

Thank you for publishing this video. Through you I discovered this great shop.

[@bokenla1]

I know this is an old video but I’ve got so much out of this and I’m not even a professional. Love cooking and long lasting functional tools so this video is so insightful. I hope I can find some of this stuff in the UK as I’m looking to replace my knives with stuff that will last me the next 10 years or so. Great Work!

[@keithbrookshire]

What a fantastic video. I'll be going through it a few more times.

[@ekbanjosworld4926]

His, is truly a labor of love ! Excellent video !

[@FuckingOwnd]

Best video ever. Thanks for sharing!

[@junaopako]

Absolutely best content about knives on all yt. Very accurate, various & extremely interested story.

[@jermzdee]

I will spend the extra money to buy from him because of the knowledge he has shared with us. Very informative and professional.

[@happydeux2254]

Fantastic! I could listen to knife talk all day long.

[@gregorycarter6391]

hey Dave I only know you through this BUT You seem to me to operate on the same value set that I have. Integrity through experience and a belief that reputation shows...through word of mouth and return custom. I so look forward to visiting your establishment and talking with you and your staff. More power and success to you.

[@MrNyllA]

Oh man this is so great, enjoyed this a bunch!

[@TheSolarTutor]

Just visited this shop today. Holy Moly this store is amazing. Bill gave me an idea of how to keep my blades sharp, and David was kind enough to show me what the have to sell. You guys find the killer spots.

[@TheSolarTutor]

I spent a good 45mins there. So is it true Hiro can do blowfish? That would be a video to post that Id enjoy seeing. I wish i lived closer to you guys to visit and dine, but I have taken a lot of advice from the chef and made my family happy. The Wasabi video is one of my favorite, and we have a store here that sells small 1 inch roots that grind up well and taste wonderful.

[@smenjare]

Wow an awesome interview. I hope you can make some more videos with him about cuttlery. Really useful video

[@Shelldamage]

What a wondefull video to watch, gimme more of that guy, he is a fountain of information ^^, so brilliant

[@quegrill]

Thank you for this great video! David is a Wealth of knowledge for sure! Very insightful 👍👍👍

[@SuperPussyFinger]

This guy is great.

[@deva207]

Guys, awesome video. Thanks a lot, to you and to David for giving us info on knives. Very valuable info for those who are just getting into knives. I have seen his web page couple of times, amazing choice of high quality knives. Greetings ffom Croatia!

[@MichaelE.Douroux]

Excellent! An incredible walk through the world of chef's knives. I come from the folding knife community, have watched a lot of videos/reviews, and have yet to see such a knowledgeable and comprehensive presentation. If Mr. Holly has any similar presentations on folding knives, I'd sure like to know about it.

[@DontTypeInThis]

what a sensational video, really enjoyed the introduction of the knives and their advantages - I don't think I would walk out of that shop empty handed if I visited

[@partykrew666]

David seems like a very intelligent, respectable dude. I might have to stray from my usual knife website just to support him

[@ryanhatzenbeller1649]

6:58 Those Miyabi's with the birchwood handles are gorgeous.

[@thundernuts0]

Jikko knife is a masterpiece, thanks so much for sharing

[@tommyma6562]

one of the best video on knives

[@thomaswipf7986]

Love Glestain! Thank you so much!

[@jeskelson123]

Excellent, excellent, excellent. Who cares about the focus, us amateurs loved this great tour that we would never have had the opportunity to go through. What a great information exchange. Many thanks.

[@eric1102726]

Awesome Video! I am in the process of buying some knives so it's cool to hear it from an expert. I just bought a set of Miyabi Kaizen. Thank you for this learning opportunity of all things cutlery-related. .

[@YamiYoshii]

great video with a ton of great information

[@ryanlhobson13]

I’m such a geeked out knife nerd. I enjoyed this like movie snobs love movies or gun addicts love their firearms

[@karlsevilla3784]

That wusthof at the end looks very beautiful

[@bogdanpop9247]

Splendid presentation.. ❤❤❤

[@alonsolopez3735]

I have bought knifes there and they are the best , great customer service and super knowledge about the knifes.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

... knives* ...

[@xydtipahtboonyavanich2952]

Focus - FOCUS - FOOCUUUSSSSS!!!!

[@webmasterhelpguide]

Excellent video, loved it

[@DisingenuousComment]

wow.. those knives.. I'm speechless

[@Charlie-ru4fx]

0_o that last little tangent was dope.... I'm inspired n____n

[@manojkurup1]

Loved the walkthrough, I am a newbie and this knowledge was invaluable, LOVED IT !!!! The only one thing I would like to comment is the camera focusing on the product is key and at time is a little blurry... but thanks a lot for posting this, and keep up the great work.

[@Charlie-ru4fx]

SUPER MEGA THANKS FOR THIS!!! :D

[@David.77]

Great video, even learned new thing about knives.

[@danr.5017]

Pun at 6:13. This is such a great, informative video.

[@palletjack612]

Right after discussing durability and sharpening the man who does the knife repair walked by. (19:30) can see this is a small, focused shop. I hope to visit next time I am in Florida!

[@victorhugo-nt8yh]

Knife merchant ( the knife company) is located in San Diego, California....

[@jinno11]

Wow, 8-9month wait if they don't have your size or inventory!!! Just stunning!

[@michaelsouther7308]

Very interesting. I make hunting and bowie type knives 5160 , D2 and other steels. I am now learning about Japanese style steel types and styles. Leaning towards single bevel. White or blue and different types very interesting presentation.

[@andrews9577]

Really nice video. Enjoying my Minonokuni!

[@juffurey]

AWESOME! i bet chef hiro was like a kid in a candy shop. did you guys make any purchases?

[@PhilippeCarphin]

FYI Chosera stones, now called SuperStones should not be soaked period. They use magnesia bonding which I've heard will break down if left soaking.

[@Snarfindorf]

Wow, cool video. Definitely liking the branching out.

[@Snarfindorf]

***** You can do great things with this channel, you have a real chance to educate people on food. You're in an enviable position, I hope to see some real revolutionary stuff someday.

[@anarchodandyist]

I so wanna go to that shop. Like a chef's wet dream!

[@harrue]

I love this guy

[@mischastieger3222]

there is so much to learn....

[@justj8494]

Best store ever! Very educational experience, ask for Meghan if you want to shop km right!!

[@ohgodyehyou]

Awesome videos bro! keep them coming. Try turn auto-focus to on, on your camera.

[@tysell7802]

David's final bit about restaurant operations was unexpected but incredibly informative. I hope you guys at NoVe Kitchen do more videos with him, or better yet, if he starts his own KZbin channel!

[@peterchung2194]

If he does create a youtube channel, could you mention the name of his channel? I would love to hear and learn from his extensive knowledge on knives.

[@DS-zj2on]

So fascinating

[@poisoncobra7]

wow those knives with the octagonal handles and damascus blade, beautiful :O i know A LOT about folding knives, but when it comes to chef knives i don't know anything xD

[@vilhelmhammershoi4631]

Awesome video. So informative! David is great. Pity about the focus on the cam. Excellent all around. Thank you!

[@vilhelmhammershoi4631]

Love all your videos!

[@isaiah5343]

Thanks for the video 3 days ago I ordered a Masahiro mhi 3711 and a 1000 stone using the code you guys provided. don't know why. But thanks for all these videos.

[@isaiah5343]

My Masahiro knife and stone came yesterday what a beautiful knife. thanks again Chef.

[@dentistjk]

I've seen this video 10 times and ready for 11

[@Arteolike]

At 6:54, he points to a Miyabi brand knife that's made my Zwilling, *that is not a Shun knife*, which is made by Kai. The Miyabi is generally sharper than the Shun classic line due to the harder SG2 Steel of the Miyabi vs the VG-MAX steel of the Shun Classic line. However, Shun does create a line of knives exclusively for Williams Sonoma that also use SG2 Steel called the Fuji line, they look incredible but are outrageously priced.

[@Arteolike]

I was just pointing it out, I'm sure it was an honest mistake.

[@mikewest3108]

So much information! Great video. I wonder if the micro carbide knives use powdered tungsten carbide in their blades. This would make them even harder than ceramic and you would need a diamond hone to sharpen them. I will ask Dave about that. He is the expert after all. Thanks guys. :-)

[@natehrabosky]

What is your opinion of a Saveur International blade?

[@4rnorthwest]

11:08 finally manages to focus a close up shot!😂

[@mischastieger3222]

a real expert :) wish to come for an apprenticeship

[@nativewildman9335]

I have a smiths 1000-1200 stone what grit should I get next?

[@crm.carpentry]

Great video

[@Sinitman]

I’ve loaded up on so many knife facts!