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The Chef’s Knife Survey

We want to understand how people actually cook, how they use and care for their knives, and how cooking affects their bodies. As you answer, think openly about your chef’s knife: what works for you today, and what, if anything, you would change if you could.

What best describes you? (Choose one)

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Which of these is closest to how you hold your chef’s knife?

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D

Which knife do you reach for most often?

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B
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Have you, or someone you know, received a chef’s knife because of any of these occasions? (Choose all that apply)

What brand and model is your main chef’s knife? Why did you get it?

About how much did it cost?

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B
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E

Which of these, if any, do you experience when using your current chef’s knife? (Select all that apply)

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B
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E

If a chef’s knife were labeled dishwasher safe, how would you clean it?

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C

When choosing a chef’s knife, how important is each of the following?

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Not important
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Less important
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Neutral
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Quite important
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Very important
Sharpness and edge life
Weight and balance
Handle Design
Color Options
Choice of handle
Dishwasher safe
Storage flexibilty
Price
Warranty

What is the most you would spend on a single chef’s knife?

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C

How interested would you be in a chef’s knife with each of these features?

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Not interested
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Less intrested
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Neutral
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Quite interested
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Very interested
Free lifetime sharpening service
A handle shaped to position your hand in a pinch grip
A handle designed for different needs (such as left-handed use, carpal tunnel, arthritis, or limited grip strength)
Personalization options: monogram, engraving,
Handle color and finish options (such as tortoiseshell, pearl, or splatter paint like enamel bowls)

Describe your ideal chef’s knife, or tell us the one thing you would want a knife designer to know.

When choosing a chef’s knife, which features are least important to you? (Select up to 5.)

When choosing a chef’s knife, which features are most important to you? (Select up to 5.)

How often do you sharpen your main chef’s knife?

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B
C

Which blade material would you prefer for a chef’s knife?

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B
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D

Which blade profile would you prefer on a chef’s knife?

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D

If you saw a new chef’s knife advertised, which of these features would catch your attention most? (Choose up to 3)

A sharp and sleek display of three modern tactical knives set against a dark background.
Knife handle

What stands out to you about the knife handle? (Select all that apply)

Any other thoughts on this handle?

If you have ever returned or replaced a chef’s knife, what was the reason? (Optional,Choose all that apply)

Do you have any other thoughts about chef's knives?

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