Good overview here of why you should really invest in a good knife block to preserve the quality of your knives.
Most of the prices are anywhere between $25 and $60 for a knife block. It is possible, however, to pay much more than that, if you are buying a great set of knives that are guaranteed for years. When you pay that much for your cutlery, you want to know that it’s going to be protected and taken care of.
I have a solid beech block myself, and there is nothing more satisfying than putting a clean knife back in its home.
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