A sharp knife is safer, faster, and far more satisfying to use—but only if you maintain it properly. After testing electric ...

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If you cook at home even a few nights a week, you know how quickly dull knives and cheap scissors can slow you down. The right kitchen shears, though, can turn prep work into something effortless—from ...

A great pair of kitchen shears is an under-appreciated but extremely useful gadget to keep on hand. Even if you have a well-stocked knife block on your kitchen counter, there will always be times when ...

Learn how to tell if your scissors are dull or damaged—and the simple sharpening techniques that can bring them back to life.