How much do you need to spend to get good kitchen knives? I asked 2 professional chefs and they unanimously agreed

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Anyone who has been subjected to a blunt knife when cooking will know full well the importance of investing well in this particular cookware element. The difference a good knife can make is stark – but how much does getting hold of one actually cost?

I asked several professional chefs to find out how much you should be spending on one of the best knife sets and the best chef's knives. After all, if anyone should know, it's them. Here's their verdict on how much you should spend and the features you should be looking for.