Affordable knife blocks to keep your blades safe and sharp
A cut above the rest. (Creatv Eight via Unsplash/)Sharp knives in a variety of types are a must-have for home chefs paring fresh garnishes and perfectly sliced vegetables. With pro-level knife ownership comes a responsibility to keep pointy objects carefully stored, both to protect the blade from dings that blunt its usefulness and to protect others from unexpected jabs. These four knife blocks provide options that keep you safer in style, so you have absolutely no excuses for cavalierly tossing your blades in the drawer.Ready, set, chop. (Amazon/)If you have pets (and their requisite fur) or can’t commit to having your blades bone dry before putting them away, this knife block is a great alternative to the traditional wooden kind. Up to twelve knives including a cleaver or bread knife can fit into the round container, which features rubber slots to minimize abrasion. It’s 9.25 inches high and just over...