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Pinch Grip: How to Actually Hold a Chef Knife
Most home cooks grip the handle like a hammer. The pinch grip gives far more control and less fatigue.
The Pinch Grip
Grip the blade at the bolster between your thumb and index finger, with remaining fingers wrapped around the handle.
Why It Is Better
- 1More precise control.
- 2Less fatigue — the knife balances in your hand.
- 3Safer — blade cannot twist unexpectedly.
- 4Faster cuts.
Transition Tips
- 1It feels awkward for the first few days.
- 2Practice on soft foods.
- 3Your forearm should do the work, not your wrist.
- 4After two weeks it feels natural.
