D2 steel has carved a niche for itself in the world of knife-making due to its impressive blend of wear resistance, toughness, and ability to hold an incredibly sharp edge.

From budget-friendly picks to large collections with 10-plus blades, here are the best knife sets from trusted brands like Wüsthof, Miyabi and more.

It came out of the box a bit less sharp than others, so we recommend giving it a good going-over with a knife sharpener before you use it and using a honing steel to keep it maintained.

You just need a sharpener or a honing steel (we’ll explain the differences below). While it’s entirely possible to ruin a ...