Having the right kind of knife for the task at hand is often the difference between easy and fun meal prep, and exerting what seems like a hammer throw’s worth of strength into a dulled knife. I recently had one of those negative experiences for myself, and deciding it was time for a new knife, I took it upon myself to research the best knifes out there.

As an added bonus to readers, I reached out to these knife merchants with some extra questions and after confirming the quality of these knives, they are now available right on our Daily Caller Shop. So without further ado, here are the top 8 affordable knife sets I could find that are also all on sale (in no particular order):

1. The Damasukasu 3-Piece Japanese Chef Knife Set

Each knife in this set has a 12º cutting edge to cut vegetables and meats with laser-like precision. The blades are handcrafted using the same method as ancient samurai swords.

Buy Now: $49.99, marked down by 91%

 2. The Super-Sharp Kitchen Knives: 3-Piece Set

Like the name says, the super sharp knives in this set are made from zirconium ceramic, a material ten times harder than traditional steel. Cut even the toughest meats, bread, or fruit extra fast.

Buy Now: $58, marked down by 78%

3. The Hand-Forged Damascus Steel Chef Knife Set: 3 Pieces

The beauty of Damascus steel is displayed in this three-piece knife set. Triple-riveted and nitrogen cooled blades are tough yet flexible enough to make chopping a breeze.

Buy Now: $69.99, marked down by 21%

4. The Classic Cuisine 10-Piece Multi-Colored Knife Set & Magnetic Bar

Knives don’t have to look boring. Add a pop of color to your kitchen with this vibrant knife set. Ten knives will prevent cross-contamination between meats and vegetables. Use the included magnetic bar for easy storage.

Buy Now: $29.99, marked down by 38%

5. The Pacific67 Essentials 2-Piece Knife Set

This 8″ chef’s knife and 5″ utility knife set is all you need to whip up delicious meals. Hundreds of hours of testing have created knives that combine a Japanese VG-10 steel cutting core and 67-layer Damascus finish. Chop, dice, julienne, peel, and more in a flash.

Buy now: $159, marked down by 30%

6. The Gotham Steel Pro Cut Stainless Steel 10-Piece Knife Set

Eliminate any danger of cutting yourself with the non-slip comfort grip handle of these knives. Slice soft cheeses or separate meat from bones seamlessly with the 100% Japanese solid steel blades.

Buy now: $77, marked down by 38%

7. The SmartPan 3-Piece Knife Set

The carving, santoku, and utility knife in this set make quick work of preparing even the largest holiday feast. Store your knives in this gorgeous wooden box for an impressive kitchen display.

Buy now: $19.99, marked down by 50%

8. The Official Top Chef Professional Stainless Steel Knives: 2-Piece Set

Use the same knives as Bravo Top Chefs in this officially licensed two-piece set. The seamlessly bonded and polished bolsters of these tools will have you dicing like an expert in no time. Impress your friends with the laser-etched “Top Chef” logo on each blade.

Buy now: $22.99, marked down by 45%