Different dishes require different equipments. In cooking, the knife is one of the most used equipment. This is because, most dishes require some cutting, and the knife does that for you. The technique of cutting ingredients is very necessary, especially in dishes like barbecue, soup, and actually, almost every dish I know. Having a great knife is important when you want to become a chef. Thank you very much for your in depth analysis of the various knives used in the world of cooking.