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Showing posts with label cheap cutlery. Show all posts

Togiharu Molybdenum Sujihiki

Togiharu Molybdenum SujihikiThis is by far my favorite knife. Had it for a year now. It may be a tad longer than what I'm used to, but I'm not going to complain. I got used to it within a few days. My confident grew with each passing day. I was able to get the edge scary sharp. The handle was a dream to hold onto. It just fits my hand perfectly.

Furi Tech Edge Restorer Replacement

Furi Tech Edge Restorer ReplacementI saw it but did not believe the product actually worked. I was pleasantly surprised. I now have two of the Furi Tech products including the restorer.

Believe me they both work and work well. I am using old knives that I long ago thought could not be sharpened...they cut now like a razor. I would recommend purchasing the restorer for those knives that have long ago lost the angled edge and the diamond 'fingers' for keeping the edge on a regular basis. Wish I could find the replacement for the fine edge fingers.

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Pfaltzgraff Everyday Capri Frost 61-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 8

Pfaltzgraff Everyday Capri Frost 61-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 8We bought Pfalzgraff flatware about 8 years ago when a Pfalzgraff Outlet store opened in our local outlet mall. We purchased the Pfalzgraff flatware because our stainless set was old and hard to keep spot-free, we had mismatched sets, and the outlet store was having a huge sale. After we got the flatware home and started using it we went back and bought more. Pfalzgraff flatware is wonderful. It's much heavier than normal stainless and runs through the dishwasher beautifully. First time guests at our home always comment on how heavy and nice their fork or spoon is (yes, it still amazes me that people actually notice!). Then they ask 'what kind of stainless is this'? All our Pfalzgraff stainless flatware still looks brand new even after 8 years of everyday use.

Our son and his fiance chose this Pfalzgraff flatware pattern as part of their wedding gift registry at a local store. I checked Amazon to compare pricing since the local store charges $50 for a 16pc set. As usual, I could depend on Amazon to offer great value, so I quickly ordered this set for an upcoming bridal shower.

When I opened the box I was surprised at how nice this set actually is. It has full place settings for 8 people, all the great serving pieces and even has 8 steak knives! What a deal! The box says 'Lifetime Guarantee' and the pieces are just as heavy and shiny as our old Pfaltzgraff stainless. I know this gift will be very welcome. And if the happy couple does not receive more flatware at the bridal shower, I will order another set like this for them. You can never have too much flatware especially when I expect this Pfalzgraff will last them through a lifetime.

I THOUGHT THIS PRODUCT WAS VERY ATTRACTIVE AND WITH THE

PFALTZGRAFF NAME THOUGHT IT WOULD BE DURABLE. IT HAS RUST

SPOTS AFTER THE FIRST DISHWASHER CLEANING.

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My not liking the flatware has nothing to do with the quality of the set. Online it looked liked my set but didn't match once it arrived. I had to send back for that reason. Price was great for that many pieces and I am still looking for the ones to match my existing set.

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Core Bamboo 6-Piece Utensil Set, Natural

Core Bamboo 6-Piece Utensil Set, NaturalIn an effort to be more environmentally friendly, I've begun to purchase more products made from environmentally sustainable materials. This includes bamboo. I liked the concept of Core Bamboo products. They are attractive and supposedly designed for everyday use.

I cook a lot so I need utensils that can hold up. I've had my Core Bamboo utensil assortment for about six-seven months. After hand washing them only (these are not meant for a dishwasher), the utensils are showing considerable wear. The pretty shine that the utensils had is gone in places. Where the shiny varnish has gone, I do not know. Probably in my food. There are also cracks forming throughout the wood on several utensils. While the utensils seem stable now, I know that I would not be happy if I found wood splinters in my food or mouth.

So my assessment of these utensils is very much mixed. They were gorgeous for the first four months of use and still are practical. If you use them frequently, however, they experience significant wear and tear. I have plastic and metal utensils on their fifth or sixth year of use. I don't know if these will make it to one year let alone two years.

I purchased my Core Bamboo utensil assortment at Big Lots for around twelve dollars. Big Lots also sells individual Core Bamboo products.

These utensils are made in China.

Purchased these to replace our well-worn wooden utensils that had seen better days. Overall, it's a great set. A few of the items were a bit rough in areas--small splinters around slots, for example, so I've docked a star there. Otherwise, though, they're sturdy, function as expected, and clean up easily. Too bad they're not dishwasher safe, as well, but they're worth the effort of handwashing.

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Other than a metal spatula for scraping food off of pots and pans, I have used this set for practically everything. They are made well and built to last. I'm very happy with my purchase!

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I found this utensil set to include all the go-to items I need in my kitchen. No matter what dish I'm cooking, there's always a need for one (or more) of these utensils! I wash them gently and they're holding up splendidly!

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One of the utensils was so thin that it broke immediately. The rest are great. Love cooking with bamboo.

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Ginsu 05153 Essentials Series 14-Piece Cutlery Set in Natural Block

Ginsu 05153 Essentials Series 14-Piece Cutlery Set in Natural BlockI have several vacation rental properties and had previously picked up a variety of knives "here and there". Many went missing or couldn't cut butter after awhile or ended up with broken tips. This knife set has all the basics covered, arrived nicely and safely packaged and sharp. The block helps prevent the knives from coming in contact with things that would dull them, but it also seems to prevent the knives themselves from disappearing. Maybe because guests know it would be easy to spot a missing knife.

Careful here....I was so excited to get these knives.....but wash by hand or get ugly rust stains as I discovered after one normal eco wash!!!

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Now that the children have grown up we have up graded the knife slection in our house. These knives are a perfect starting point. They are sharp and the handles are comfortable.

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Appears to be an excellent buy for the price. Very sharp and sturdy knives. Hopefully, they will last as long as the much more expensive sets but only time will tell.

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I am very pleased with this set. The knives are very sharp and easy to handle. Very attractive on my counter.

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Miyabi Kaizen 5 1/2-Inch Granton Santoku Hollow Edge Knife

Miyabi Kaizen 5 1/2-Inch Granton Santoku Hollow Edge KnifeWhen I received the package, I noticed the interior box containing the knife had been opened. When I examined the knife, I noted that the Miyabi Granton Model 34194-153 I'd ordered had been replaced with a Miyabi 5000DP, Model 34194-150.

The knife appears to have the same technical specifications as the one I ordered; however, I don't like the idea that it was substituted without any explanation. I looked up the Miyabi 5000DP on the internet and cannot find information on it. I don't know whether it's a Chinese knock-off or not.

really sharp, just a slash, can cut thick carrot easily, worth the price

a little small may not suit big hand

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Ginsu Essential Series 4-Piece 4.5-Inch Stainless Steel Steak Knife Set with Triple Riveted Polymer

Ginsu Essential Series 4-Piece 4.5-Inch Stainless Steel Steak Knife Set with Triple Riveted Polymer Handles 4805If you're of a certain age, you probably remember the ultra-cheesy Ginsu commercials from the 70s and 80s, full of soda-can slicing and wood hacking and the like. I must say I hesitated to buy these because I still associate the Ginsu name with tacky infomercials. However, I needed steak knives and, frankly, the less you spend on steak knives, the more you have left to spend on steak. So I took a chance on a set of these. They're great! They feel good in the hand, they look nice, they're sturdy, and they're sharp as anything. I just put another set in my shopping cart, in fact.

Incidentally, my last set of steak knives was a fancy Henckels set. They were nice; they were sharp; they lasted a few years. But the fact is, none of these newfangled serrated blades can be sharpened, and the Henckels eventually got too dull to handle a sirloin. These will get dull too, I know, in a few years of hard use. But it won't hurt so much to pitch 'em when they only cost me $2.50 per knife.

Absolutely 5 Stars for this set...sharp as a razor, fits the hand perfectly, full tang for strength, and comfortable handle...dishwasher safe.....and CHEAP..!!!

Only drawback it doesn't come with a wooden storage block....am VERY satisfied...!!

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These knives are wonderful. They are always sharp and work well for all kitchen jobs, as well as for cutting meats. So far I haven't had any problem with the sharpness of each knife. They still seem to be as sharp as when I first bought them. Be careful around children-they could really hurt themselves, because these knives are super sharp.

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I felt compelled to write an interview on these knives because of how awful they turned out to be!! I bought them exactly TWO MONTHS AGO and they are already showing rust signs on three out of four of the knives!!! I am sure the fourth will begin to rust soon. As for the Ginsu "warranty", it would cost more to file the warranty claim then to just buy a new set. This buy was horrible for me

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We bought these to replace our aging everyday knife set. I had purchased serveral inexpensive knife sets before buying the Ginsu's and returned them all. We use our steak knives for slicing up everything from carrots to cheese for our kids. The big test for me was how well a knife could cut cheese. If the blade is too flimsy, you can't control the cut. If the blade is too thick it makes it difficult to cut through the cheese. These Ginsu's passed the test with flying colors and the price was right. We've had the knives for a couple of months and are still happy with them. I'm sure they will eventually dull with age, but we haven't seen any signs of that yet.

Rada Cutlery Wedding Register Gift Set, 4 Piece Boxed Gift Set, Made in USA

Rada Cutlery Wedding Register Gift Set, 4 Piece Boxed Gift Set, Made in USA, Aluminum HandlesMy husband and I received a set of Rada knives as a wedding gift over 20 years ago that are still going strong. We like our Rada knives so well that we have given many sets of these as gifts to friends and family over the years. They are always impressed with the quality of these knives as well and usually call us up wanting to know where they can get more of them. Rada knives sharpen easily and stay sharp longer that other knives. They are THE BEST knives we have ever owned, they are a great value, and best of all they are made in the good ole' US-of-A and come with a lifetime gaurantee. Once you have owned and used Rada knives you will find anything else to be sub-par.

FYI from the maker's website Rada Cutlery is proudly manufactured in Waverly, Iowa. Rada Mfg. Co. has been making kitchen knives and utensils since 1948. Rada blades are hand sharpened for a razor sharp edge. They are made of surgical quality T420 high carbon stainless steel and hollow ground to ensure a precision concave surface for maximum edge retention. Lifetime Guarantee: "Rada Mfg. Co. will replace any product manufactured by our company returned to us due to defects in materials or workmanship."

These are the best knives I've ever owned. I bought these as a wedding gift and the bride loved them!

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I have used Rada cutlery for a dozen years, after finding a tiny set at a hospital gift shop. I have given this cutlery as gifts for years, including to terrific cooks, who cherish their pieces. This cutlery is thin and lightweight, and may require an adjustment if you are used to heavy knives that pin your foot to the floor if you drop them. These knives are elegant, sharp and have a stainless blade that holds an edge well and is easy to care for. Style points are deducted for the aluminum handles, but the grip is secure and the construction (American design and manufacture) impeccable. Do not wash in dishwasher, as handles will discolor. I personally enjoy the curved parers, long slicer, peeler, etc. Always pleased with Amazon service. I have no relationship to Amazon or Rada..enjoy both.

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This set was purchased for my nieces wedding shower. This set is my favorite because it has the 4" butcher knife. My personal favorite. It stays rigid through any cut and is a great length. RADA knives in general are a much better knife than the price states. They stay sharp, sharpen easily with the knife sharpener and will last for years. My family first bought them through a fundraiser and never looked back. You won't go wrong with these knives.

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Messermeister Meridian Elite 8-Inch Kullenschliff Flexible Fillet Knife

Messermeister Meridian Elite 8-Inch Kullenschliff Flexible Fillet KnifeI purchased this knife about a year ago to clean fish. I can't stand a dull knife, and I have yet to find a knife at a Wal-Mart or similar store that will stay sharp for long or sharpen easily.

This knife is exceptionally sharp, keeps an edge well, and is relatively easy to sharpen. I didn't realize most of my fishing holes were going to go dry when I ordered this knife, but I'm glad I did. I tried to catch and clean most of the fish out of my ponds before they went to waste, and I spent 3-4 days a week last summer cleaning fish. Bluegill, crappie, and bass are all a breeze. Even large bass (7+ pounds) I would not normally have kept were easy enough. I normally sharpened a little after each use, but the knife easily handled each days catch without going dull.

I was hesitant at first to spend this much on a knife. Now, I wish I had done this long ago.

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OXO Good Grips Pro Swivel Peeler

OXO Good Grips Pro Swivel Peeler7 STARS ! Having been a Head Chef (4 STAR Hotel in Hampton Court Henry VIII's Palace) in a previous life, I know the benefits of using a highly efficient tool to make a boring repetitive task bearable. After thoroughly researching the market, I came a cross this little beauty. It even makes peeling spuds FUN ! Shush ! don't tell anyone I said that, as I don't want to be thought of as SAD. It does its job superbly well, and is a joy to use.

NOTE: In use, I found the swivel peeler to be better for rounder items such as Spuds, and the Y peeler better for longer items such as Carrots and Parsnips. Horses for courses.

When something exceeds your expectations by a country mile, then it must be really good. BUY IT NOW, you won't regret it. Its macho boyfriend, the i-Series Y Peeler, is also superb, and is also a BUY IT NOW !

If you buy both, you will make them very happy, as they can then canoodle together in the drawer in the dark !

I bought this & was amazed of the quality & the improvements over all the other vegetable peelers I have used in the past.

A super sharp replaceable blade, a rubber tacky grip, a vastly superior potato eye remover, and it has a great comfortable feel & balance. It has a little heft to it. Highly recommended by me!

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I laughed when my mother said that one potato peeler was better than another. But then I tried using hers and I stopped laughing. If you normally use a peeler (that is, if you are not a tried-and-true knife-wielding peeler) you should try one of these. Borrow a friend's if you must. I don't know why the handle should make such a difference; you'd think the blade was the important part. Maybe the blade is better quality too, who knows. But it makes a world of difference to the person who is peeling, so much easier to peel, better control, whatever. I don't know. But the difference is amazing. I have one now, you betcha!

After you get one for yourself, you might be like me and end up buying them for every bridal shower's wishing well.

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This is just a fantastic peeler at a very reasonable price. Has a very comfortable handle that gives you nice control. The metal construction is a nice improvement over the original OXO peeler: its potato eyer is much sharper and easier to use. The blade is ultra sharp also. Not sure if I'll ever need to replace the blade, but its a nice option to have.

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I've been using a dull old Kitchenaid vegetable peeler for more than a year now, and got fed up with it. The appeal (HA!) of this peeler is that the blade is replaceable. So it might get dull in a year, yes, but I won't have to shell out ten bucks for another peeler, I'll be able to shell out slightly less (hopefully!) for a replacement blade. And this blade is SO sharp. It seems much sharper than the Kitchenaid peeler's blade was, so hopefully it won't get dull as quickly.

Replacement Hamilton Beach blender o-ring seal.

Replacement Hamilton Beach blender o-ring seal.I took a chance and ordered this washer, hoping it would fit my old Hamilton Beach blender, model 680-1 (really old). After all, it was only a few bucks. I am happy to report that this washer fit perfectly. And here is what I'm sure you would really like to know....the measurements of the part I received:

Thickness = 3/32"

Outside diameter = 2-21/32"

Inside diameter = 1-27/32"

The seller says this gasket "Fits all Hamilton Beach domestic models," but if you are looking for a gasket for a Hamilton Beach Wave Station Express (Model 54615,) then you will be wasting your money if you buy this.

It is too small to fit where it is intended to go. That said, it is very close to fitting correctly, and if you force it, it does go on... but it doesnt lay flat once you do manage to force it on. Then to top it off, it is too thick. So then you have to force the sealing pieces together. It's just no good.

I was gonna send it back to the seller, but then I decided to just keep it and use it as comparison to find a gasket slightly larger that would fit my blender.

I was successful in that search. So if you are looking for a replacement gasket for a Hamilton Beach Wave Station Express (Model 54615,) go to the plumbing section of the Home Depot. Find the Danco "Fluidmaster" brand Toilet Flush Valve Seal. It says it "fits Mansfield 210 & 211" on the package. Model number listed is 88096. UPC is 037155676293.

That gasket fits perfectly and seals beautifully for the model of blender I listed. It will cost around $2.

Its dimensions are: 3-1/8" OD with a 2-1/8" ID... It measures 1/16" thick.

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I bought this with high hopes for my Hamiton beach wave action blender. It didn't fit.

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this o-ring is thicker than the one replacing it. don't know at what point it changed, but what a disappointment. the blender doesn't fit in the housing correctly and runs the motor super hot.

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Had to buy and return several time from different sites but this one did perfectly fit our blender and it worked till blender broke few months back.

Fruit Knife With Fork

Fruit Knife With ForkI like the large size, the serrated blade, and how it's stainless steel. I am very happy with my purchase.

This all stainless steel knife and fork is a very nice melon sampler or fruit sampler, and useful for other food preparation and consumption. The serrrated knife edge is easy to clean nd very sharp.

Although Amazon lists it as currently unavailable, it is still in production and can be obtained elsewhere.

Do a Google® search for "fruit knife with fork" and you will probably be able to find it. I did.

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It is ok for the price and a good piece for picnics and tailgating.--

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I like the handle and how slender the knife is, but if the blade was longer and made with better steel I would have given it a better rating.

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3"+4"+5"+6"+Peeler+ Knife Holder Ultra Sharp Kitchen Ceramic Cutlery Knives Set

3'+4'+5'+6'+Peeler+ Knife Holder Ultra Sharp Kitchen Ceramic Cutlery Knives SetBrought this for my daughter.....she loves it and uses it all the time. She uses the different color for selected products like for meats and vegetable and fishes. She recommends this products.

Shun DMS400 Classic 4-Piece Steak-Knife Set

Shun DMS400 Classic 4-Piece Steak-Knife SetThese knives are fantastic but beware of the company shipping them. The Knife Store is company that ships this particular item (for Amazon) right now and they no longer carry these knives. Instead, when you order the classic knives you get the identical ones with the stainless steel handles... If these are the first Shun knives you're ordering... no biggie... but if you're trying to complete a collection just be aware that they won't contact you before shipping the wrong knives so you'll have to deal with the return process if you want to fix it.

The knives are five star all the way. Shun makes amazing knives.

But if you paid for a wood handle set and get a steel handle set, you HAVE BEEN CHEATED. Search for:

shun stainless handle steak knives

...and you will see that many places offer the stainless handel set for as little as $199. Wood handle sets cost way more, and if you paid for the wood handle set and got stainless steel, absolutely get your money back and raise hell with the merchant.

Once again I stress that the knives themselves -whether stainless handle or wood -deserve five stars

But ONLY if that is what you paid for.

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No doubt beautiful set of knives. Only beef I have is that the received item does not match the product description. The photos and the product description clearly state that the knives are accompanied by a wooden gift box. Unfortunately, neither my original or replacement set came with the box. I've since spoken to Amazon and they will make changes to the product description.

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Normally I don't write reviews, but I was so impressed by these knives. Every time you cut something it feels like you're cutting into butter, its that sharp. I would definitely recommend these to all my friends and family.

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These are everything I expected. Beautiful, impressive, and cut through meat like butter. Hands down the best steak knives I've used.

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MIU France Serrated Steak Knives with Riveted Poly Handle, Set of 2

MIU France Serrated Steak Knives with Riveted Poly Handle, Set of 2I needed two new steak knives for my knife block since the set that I was gifted contained only six (and I had eight slots to fill). I searched Amazon (the best place to find obscure things in either large or small quantities) and found what appeared to be mostly matching knives from what I already had. I got these and upon first use I noticed that they were much higher quality than my other knives in the set and I now make it a point to have these set at my spot whenever we have company over. Great buy for a great price on Prime, I would definitely recommend them to any of my friends! (also if you found this review helpful, please give me a thumbs up -thanks:)

I bought these because I never seem to have enough steak knives.

They really match our existing set very nicely, except I think these

MIU knives are a better quality. Highly recommended

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Wild Eye Designs Original High Heel Cake Server - Black

Wild Eye Designs Original High Heel Cake Server - BlackAlways fun for the kids to stick the heel of the fridge! I bought this second one because I loved the leopard heel one a friend gave me.

Bought this for a Christmas stocking present and I'm sure it will be a success and used with a whimsical delight

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I purchased the Wild Eye Designs Original High Heel Cake Server in BLACK and absolutely love it.

I do wish I would have purchased it in Leopard, Red, Hot Pink or some other sassy color/design. The black is very safe, but still elegant.

This cake server makes a great gift for a fashionista who loves high heels and also loves to cook or any lady who wants to add to her kitchen decor. The box is beautiful so you can throw it in a gift bag with some tissue paper and you have a great gift.

Hope this helps.

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This server is a novelty item, particularly fun for dancers or others fond of high heels. Does a nice job with cake, too!

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Wusthof Gourmet 4-1/2-Inch Steak Knife

Wusthof Gourmet 4-1/2-Inch Steak KnifeI purchased this as a general knife. It has been in use for a year and has become a favorite. it has remained sharp, no rust, no pitting. I hand wash it. It cuts steak with ease. This is an excellent buy.

This knife has become my favorite knife to eat with. It holds a sharp edge and doesn't require frequent sharpening.

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These steak knifes slice through meat like it was made of soft butter. Well worth the price and look attractive with any place setting.

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I bought this single knife as a replacement for my knife block after one of my steak knives snapped (long story). The Wusthof brand is top of the line and this gourmet collection is their best product. The steel runs through the entire wood handle providing a nice, stiff blade that doesn't loosen or wiggle after years of use. I've never had to sharpen my knives. I've never had non-serrated knives that have stayed as sharp as these.

Keep in mind, though, like all nice knives, it's best not to dishwash them because water can collect around the handle and start rusting. If you're careful drying them after dishwashing, you're probably okay, but put them on the top rack so they don't get as innundated with water.

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I've ordered a (block) set of these knives and additional knives over the last couple of years. I LOVE the chef's knife. It's my favorite one. All the knives are of excellent construction. We had the red sticker come off of one knife recently, but of the 20+ knives that we have from Wustof, that is not too bad--especially after two years of heavy use and my husband letting them sit in the sink (in water). I gave it four of five stars simply because of the price--if I could have given 4.5 stars, I would have because price is the only downside. It *IS* expensive. But it's a good knife, too.

Ginsu 5222 Koden Series Stainless Steel Open Stock 8-Inch Chef Knife

Ginsu 5222 Koden Series Stainless Steel Open Stock 8-Inch Chef KnifeThis is a really great knife! I have two go-to knives in my drawer. One is a high quality regular 8-inch Chef knife and the other one is this Ginsu Koden with its serrated edge. Each has areas where they are the best. Great knife!

its very nice, would like it in a smaller size as well for smaller fruits and vegetables, can you show me one

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Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cermax 7-Inch Santoku Knife, Black

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cermax 7-Inch Santoku Knife, BlackThis is possibly the best Santoku knife you can buy, unless you are willing to consider one of the (really expensive and non-stainless) high-end Japanese knives. These will stain and even rust if you don't take good care of them (i.e. dry and oil them after each use), whereas the Cermax will not.

My husband is a great chef and he is extremely happy with this knife. The quality of it is very strong and sturdy, plus the blade is super sharp and keeps a great edge! A sharpening steel has keep it like brand new sharp when needed! Would highly recommend this knife to anyone who is tired of having dull knives in their kitchen. We ended up ordering many sizes of the Twin Cermax knives, as we were that impressed with them! :o)

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I was a bit skeptical at the price but the Cermax line of knives are very sharp!

I have a bunch of other Henckel knives including the Twin Four Star II line and the Cermax makes the others seem dull!

Highly recommended!

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I have a Henckles 5 Star Santoku and this is several classes better. The steel is ZPD-189 which is a new super steel that can get to a hardness of 67-69 vs about 58 for the 5 star. That means it can hold a much steeper angle and therefore be sharper, it will stay sharp longer too. It's difficult to sharpen but not impossible. The handle for me is comfortable. The only negative is you can get the Miyabi 700MC a lot cheaper. It is the same blade (owned my Henckles, makes the blade for this Twin Cermax) with a different handle.

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We have always been a fan of Henckel knives. When my husbands birthday was coming around I knew I wnated to get him a new knife. I started looking at new Henckels and found this one I am glad I did. I have never used a knife in my own home that is this sharp, easy to hold, and balanced. I can barely keep it clean because we are using it all of the time.

Wusthof Classic 7-Piece Block Set

Wusthof Classic 7-Piece Block SetI wanted to replace my cheap generic Walmart knife set that I've been using for years so I ordered this 7-piece set. I placed the order on January 8th and received them on January 12th, which was great. I got everything I ordered in one box, and it was packaged well. I've read almost every review on these knives (Wusthof, in general) and noticed some people saying the packaging said they were made in China. That definitely wasn't the case with these. All the boxes said Made In Solingen Germany and the knives themselves say Solingen, Germany on the blade. Also, the red emblem on the knives in the picture are in fact just stickers, which I read in another review. I was slightly bummed about that, cause it looks nice, but I could care less about it after using them!

These knives are sharp! I took them out of the box and did the paper cutting test. All the knives sliced right through a sheet of printer paper from bottom to top, without a snag...even the bread knife! So far I've only used them a few times for actual food preparation. I used the 8" chefs knife to chop garlic, onions, and a bell pepper. It cut through all these with little effort, and made beautiful, clean cuts. The chef's knife is amazing! I used the small paring knife to core the bell pepper and make finely sliced strips. This paring knife is awesome! The chefs knife works just as well, but for smaller, thinner cuts, the paring knife is great to have. I used the bread knife to slice up some bread sticks, which it did without squishing the bread even a little bit. I couldn't find a legitimate use for the scissors, so I tried them out on the day-old breadsticks, right out of the fridge. Sure enough, it was like cutting through a marshmallow! The scissors also come apart easily for cleaning and are very sturdy during use.

Overall the knives feel great in your hand. They are solid and well balanced. They don't feel too big or too small. I am a guy, and just for your reference, the distance from the center of my palm to the tip on my index finger in about 5-1/2 inches. So if you're somewhere around there, you should be fine. Also, if you know how to properly hold a knife(YouTube it if you're not sure), I think you'll find that you'll have plenty of control with all these knives.

So the few bad reviews these knives get all seem to be about two things. Some complaints have been that the handles crack and corrode. Most likely thats because they put them in the dishwasher. You really should discount those reviews. Unless, of course, you plan to do the same. The manufacturer tells you to hand wash them for a reason. The second biggest complaint is that they don't stay sharp. Were my knives still just as sharp after I used them? Honestly, no they weren't. I tried to cut through paper after my first full use, and it snagged in the area of the blade that got the most use. But this isn't a problem. I used the honing steel(comes with the set) and after 5 passes on each side of the blade, they were razor sharp again.

I've done a lot of research on these knives and several other top end brands, before purchasing. Every knife maker will tell you that you need to hone your knives before or after each use. That doesn't mean they are cheap. The carbon steel in these knives is sharpened to such a fine point that they WILL dull. Thats why all knife sets come with a honing steel. Its the same reason why a razor blade dulls after a few shaves, and thats just cutting hair. Your knives will be hitting a cutting board every chop. You really cant expect metal this thin to stay razor sharp forever. Besides, using the honing steel is fun and makes you feel like a pro. If you're concerned about having to use the honing steel every use or possibly having to sharpen your knives, just do a little research and you'll see its a pretty simple task.

Obviously I feel pretty strongly about these knives, and I realize I've only had them a short time. Im sure there are other great knives out there, but you're probably looking at these for the same reasons I did. Upgrading your current knives, price, and the ability to add more knives to your set later. And for the price and quality, I think this was a fantastic deal. Feel free to comment or ask a question. Thanks

I've handled wustof knives before this purchase. The knives feel great to hold and use. The weight of the knives is what really differentiates it from others.

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I got this set from Macys.. I loved the choices of knives it has and the block with more slots. Only complaint is the Chef's knife is too big for a short person like me (it's 8 inch). Otherwise this set is worth having for the price.

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