Electric knives

[jonesg]

Originally Posted by charlygal

Does anyone have any experience with electric knives? I was thinking about getting this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004WKI3...NP6KKD23&psc=1

That looks nice, the one I wore out was $12. hahaha, got what I paid for.

[nmnita]

I was so excited when spoiled brat got me one for Christmas in the late 1960s. When it bit the dust I got another one, in the 70s. Now, heck I have no idea what happened to it:just a novelty trendy thing when we were much younger and had to have toys. I didn't dislike them, just prefer a decent quality regular knife. It is sorta like the electric can opener;had to have one, don't have to have one anymore.

[ABQConvict]

Originally Posted by Dirt Grinder

Hmm... my child is my hero.

Well, what kind of knives does your child approve of? Find out and use one of those. Knowing kids it would probably be some kind of ridiculous fantasy dagger, but it'll still probably slice a turkey.

[Humble and Kind]

Originally Posted by ABQConvict

I associate them with the 1970s. Probably because that's the last time I saw one.

Nothing against them per se, but I prefer a good sharp knife.

I'll second that.

Also, OP, if you want to just try one out...they are a dime a dozen at garage sales.

[TerraDown]

Originally Posted by Dirt Grinder

Hmm... my child is my hero.
Anyway, I have some serious kitchen knives (some are even specifically right-handed), but I still use my corded electric knife a few times a year.

What a nice thing to say.


Edit: Also have a question for those of you who use these knives.
Can they cut meat as thin as the Deli-style meat slicers? I'd be interested in one if they do. Thanks.

[ralphfr]

In my opinion they are handy for things that easily shred like a well cooked pot roast.

[gguerra]

They work great for ham, turkey, brisket, roast beef, cheese etc. There's no way you can do the same with a regular knife when cutting meats and you want your slices extra thin. I know I've tried it. The blade will go dull eventually so you need a way of sharpening them.

[gentlearts]

Hubby uses ours every thanksgiving for the turkey. Also if we have prime rib. They do a good job.