Master Grade entered the kitchen scene nearly two decades ago. The company’s mission? To create the finest knife sharpener at the best price. Since then, the company has expanded its products to include premium knives and other professional kitchen essentials. Through it all, Master Grade has earned the trust of professional chefs, restaurant groups, expert butchers, catering companies and others who demand the best from their tools.

 At this year’s National Restaurant Association (NRA) show in Chicago, Master Grade’s team is showcasing some of its best selling products.

Chef-endorsed Knife Sharpener

 Since its inception, Master Grade’s flagship Premium Multi-Stage Knife Sharpener has stood out from the crowded market of products that claim to be the best. With its sturdy build and patented angled guides, the knife sharpener made it easy for chef’s to achieve professional sharpening results at a fraction of the cost. This sharpener revolutionized the restaurant industry by providing an accessible way for chef’s to extend the life of their knives and keep them ready for use at a moment’s notice. After an extensive trial period, Chef Martin Yan (of the beloved PBS program Yan Can Cook) heartily endorsed the sharpener.

 Since then, the company has released several other sharpeners. But the flagship model, with its industrial-grade motor bearings; soft stone, burr-minimizing technology and angled guides continues to impress chefs as it restore bevels around the world.

 The I.O. Shen Collection

The I.O. Shenknife line boasts 20 Asian-influenced knives handcrafted for precision, designed for ergonomic functionality and built to last. The I.O Shencollection is designed by chefs, for chefs. It’s a known fact that the harder the steel, the sharper the cutting edge. But hard steel is also prone to brittleness and breakage. Master Grade’s patented Triplex steel technology combines the hardest Japanese HRC 62 Erdon steel with 2 layers of softer HRC 10 Erdon steel to create knives that are uniquely hard yet flexible. A finely embellished Tai Tang handle balances the knife for greater comfort and stability.

 Folding Cart

Master Grade packs efficiency and versatility into a compact, folding cart designed for multi-functional use. Whether using it to bus or serve tables, or as a sideboard or temporary storage space, the cart has become a staple choice for restaurants everywhere. Despite it’s sturdy 550-pound capacity, it can quickly and easily fold flat for fuss-free storage.