Kitchen utensils

IKEA Briljera Cook’s Knife 20cm (17728) review

IKEA Briljera Cook's Knife 20cm (17728)

CHOICE Expert Rating

74%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Smooth handle and well positioned bolster
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Felt unbalanced
  • Thick moulded handle is comfortable but could lead to strain as you feel like you have to hold it tighter because of the weight of the blade
  • High level of blunting after 100 burnishing strokes

Type

Type
Cook's knife

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
74%
Cutting performance score
78%
Sharpness score
64%
Initial sharpness score
79%
Sharpness after blunting score
57%

Sustainability

Shop Ethical rating
D

Cost

Price
$80.00

Specifications

Blade material
VG10 Damascus chromium steel
Size including handle (cm)
32
Weight (g)
225.8
Heel height cm
4.5
Rockwell hardness rating
Not stated
Warranty
25 years
Country of origin
China
Website
ikea.com/au

Features

Forged or stamped blade
Forged
Handle shape
Contoured
Handle material
Maple wood
Handle feel
Smooth
Bolster
Full
Dishwasher safe
Yes (hand wash preferred)
Accessories included
None

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