It absolutely does. Four years ago I replaced a cheap stamped-steel chef&#x27;s knife bought for 20.00 with a forged knife bought for 100. I have to keep it sharp and hone the edge, but so far I haven&#x27;t had to replace it, and it&#x27;s not even showing signs of wear.<p>Buying expensive cooking tools is definitely cheaper over time than buying whatever crap gets stocked at the grocery store.