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KIWI Stainless Steel, wood handle Kitchen Knife # 501
I was searching for a good knife for a long time! I think it was cheap and best!! fast shipping! However the knife looked bigger in picture!
Wusthof 4066710 4" Paring Knife
Typical high quality Wusthof knife in a somewhat hard to find 4-inch length which I wanted because it is slightly longer than typical parer but less than longer utility length. I use it a lot and am satisified.Save 30% Off
Mercer Cutlery Genesis 7-Piece Forged Steak Knife Set, Steel/Black
I bought these steak knives to replace my old serrated ones from college, the kind that "never need sharpening". Well, it's true I never sharpened the old ones because they had very deep serrated edges, but this meant literally tearing through your meat.In my quest to upgrade all of my kitchen-ware and knives, I bought these to match my other Mercer cutlery. I've been very happy with the quality of the Mercer knives and I like the "rubberized" handle because it is thicker, offers better control when wet and still looks like very high quality.
You can't tell from the pictures, but these steak knives have the same thick rubberized handle, very comfortable. From the tip to about 1/3 of the way down these knives are serrated, very slightly though, not very deep. I haven't prepared a good steak yet to test these out, but on fruits and veggies that I've cut, these are great. These knives are very sharp and heavy enough that I would never imagine these getting bent from a little misuse, which should never happen now that we have nice cutlery.
I will update after I get to truly use these as they were intended.
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I will recommend these steak knives to any household. They are very well made and extremely sharp.I am very happy I decided on this set.
Thanks, BEM
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We needed to replace our steak knives and we are very happy with these. We should not ever have to replace these.Want Mercer Cutlery Genesis 7-Piece Forged Steak Knife Set, Steel/Black Discount?
These really are quality knives. They are extremely sharp, almost scary sharp but they make quick work out of anything. I would highly recommend these knives if anyone inquired.Save 49% Off
Winco Heavy Duty Cleaver with Wooden Handle
I use this cleaver in processing pigs, sheep and goats on the farm. I needed a sharp and heavy cleaver that would crack through bone quickly. This one sure does that job and hasn't failed me yet. I agree with the other reviewer that the handle has a little play to it, but while that is annoying it doesn't affect the knife in use. So why three stars? Its first day on the job we used it to help divide a hog carcass in half. We used the cleaver to knock the skull in two no easy job, and the cleaver did just fine but afterwords the edge of the blade was nicked and pocked and very dull. We sharpened it back up and still use it, but it's a clear sign that this is a low grade steel that won't hold an edge or take any real abuse.I'll keep using it, and sharpening it, and using it, and sharpening it, since there is plenty of steel there, and we don't need it but 3-4 times a year. If you just need it for specialized jobs, like I do, it's fine. If you're looking for a stout knife for daily abuse, this isn't it.
This product -Heavy Duty Meat Cleaver 8" Blade -is labeled as model "KC-301" below the name "Winco." A sticker says it's made in China.
There are pluses and minuses to this meat cleaver.
On the plus side, when new the blade is deadly sharp. It literally cuts paper in a stroke. It has no trouble slicing into a tomato. That won't last long, of course, after several minutes of whacking into Beaver pelts and June bugs and Wallaby carcasses and then afterWard often whamping into the presumably hard surface beneath. But it is unreasonable to expect any blade to stand up to such a beating and stay sharp enough to slice a tomato. When it gets too dull you can sharpen it, which means regrinding, and until then you can hone it every so often, which means using a butcher's steel to realign the very edge of the edge.
Here, in case you believe it, is what the Wikipedia article says: "A knife-sharp edge on a [meat] cleaver is undesirable because it would quickly become more blunt than it if were less sharp but sturdier to begin with. The grind of Eastern Asian kitchen knives is 15-18 degrees, and for most Western kitchen knives it is 20-22°. But for a meat cleaver it is even blunter, more like 25°."
Also on the plus side, this meat cleaver weighs 15-7/8 ounces, which I'd pretty much call one pound, which is heavy, which is just what I wanted for hacking through bones. Also also, if you don't own a meat tenderizer you can flip this cleaver over and beat your meat with the totally blunt far upper corner (which you can do with any other cleaver for that matter).
That said, this is by no means a high-quality meat cleaver.
One defect, at least on my exact one, is that at least two of the three rivets are a bit loose. When you hold it by the handle in the usual way and waggle it, you can feel the tang of the blade swing back and forth a tiny bit inside the two grips.
Which leads to my second complaint, which is that there's room between the grips and the tang for food and bacteria and molds and viruses and other ick to slip into and propagate and later end up in your turkey stock or your acorn squash ice cream. (This would be true even if the rivets weren't loose.) Any such crud that gets in there is going to be impossible to scrub away. The only solution (ha) I've thought of is to swoosh the handle around vigorously in a solution of vinegar and water, or maybe even bleach and water, and then pray (ha ha).
There's a total of about 22 inches of linear space where such crud can get into (and, more importantly, out of) the grip. This is simply a design defect, unless it's a gross manufacturing defect. Either way, for this I subtract 1 star.
My third complaint is about the grind. You would expect the top of the grind line of a high-quality cleaver to exactly parallel the sharp edge, but it doesn't. And in two places you can see where there's a third grind line, which is indisputably a mistake. Either this was sharpened on a machine that was adjusted wrong or, much more likely, it was sharpened by a human that was careless.
Because of the cross-contamination problem I rate this product at 4 stars. If it cost $30 or more I'd rate it at 2 stars, but it's only 15 bucks.
So you can buy two.
P.S. Did anyone get the Beaver, June bug, Wallaby, afterWard joke?
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This cleaver is of best quality. The construction is solid and heavy. The blade is 8 inches long and sharp....so sharp that when I unpacked it I cut my finger open before I knew it but my clumsiness is too blame for that. Dont pay 100 dollars for the "namebrands" when you can get this great cleaver for less than 20 dollars(including shipping).Read Best Reviews of Winco Heavy Duty Cleaver with Wooden Handle Here
This cleaver is a great balance between heft and value. It goes about its business, in your hand, with clinical precision and power to spare. Cuts are very clean, and the nicely balanced blade makes short work of any bone which might challenge a lesser cleaver. I could barely contain my glee as my prep time was literally 'cut' in half, and in so doing, made a mundane task almost enjoyable. I would recommend this product to any chef worth his/her salt...the price is an added bonus.Want Winco Heavy Duty Cleaver with Wooden Handle Discount?
I bought this for cracking coconuts...It does an AWESOME job! Most of all saves the wear on my "Good" knives :) Sturdy handle, sharp blade. The description is what it is.Save 19% Off
Gibson Mr Coffee Harpwell 1.8 ? Liter 2 Qt Whistling Tea Kettle
I needed a new tea kettle and like other reviewers have stated on reviews for various styles, who would have thought it would have been so involved finding one I liked? The thing that was most important to me is a removable lid. My last tea kettle cost me probably less then $10.00 and has lasted for better then 15 years. The only thing that was wrong with it was the handle. It had begun to become loose and did not have screws that could be tightened. It was becoming dangerous due to the fact that when I was pouring the boiling water into my cup, with the handle being so loose the 'pot' of the kettle would swing and I was afraid that one day I would end up with boiling water all over myself so off I went looking for a replacement. I love shopping on www.amazon.com so I looked and I looked and read reviews til I was cross-eyed! Although this one had no reviews (and I am pleased to be the first!) I liked the looks, the fact that it has a removable lid, and a stationary handle that stays cool and has a button you push to open the pour spout. With my old one, I had to remove the whistle from the spout and as you can imagine it could be very hot. The whistle on my old tea kettle was piercing; this one is softer but I am able to hear it if I'm in another room. I like the fact that the lid fits very snug. I have arthritis in my hands and the button on the handle that opens the spout is easy enough for me to push open and closed. It's a good weight and does seem to be very well constructed. I have been using it for my nightly tea ever since it arrived and I am loving it! It really looks nice sitting on my black smooth top stove too. I think I'm going to be using this one for a very long time.
I have read lots and lots of reviews on other kettles (as well as this one). I couldn't believe all the complaints on some of the other kettles. This one seemed to be just right for me and it is! It is also a beautiful kettle with a nice modern look, and I love mine. Thanks again, Amazon 5+ stars for you and the kettle.
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this is just what i was looking for i had been looking for a whisteling tea pot for sooo long and i read a ton of reviews before i buy anything. and this item did not really have all that many good reviews but i thought i would take a chance with it so i did and i'm glad i did. it whistle so loud with time first you will seem steam coming out of the whistle tip but then after about 10 min after that the whistle will slowly get louder. so don't worry the whistle does get very loud. but works great and always love the "me coffee" brand.Read Best Reviews of Gibson Mr Coffee Harpwell 1.8 ? Liter 2 Qt Whistling Tea Kettle Here
The tea kettle is ok. I love the shape and look. It is very large, larger than I need. I love the the trigger to open the spout. You click it and it pops open and stays open until you shut it. The thing I find disappointing about it is that the handle gets very hot. I find I have to us a pot holder when pouring which is very disappointing. Because of the hot handle I would not buy again, and will probably keep an eye out for a replacement.Want Gibson Mr Coffee Harpwell 1.8 ? Liter 2 Qt Whistling Tea Kettle Discount?
I shopped long and hard for the perfect tea kettle. This one is great. It not only is affordably priced, but also has my must-have features. This kettle has a loud enough whistle, is not too big, is attractive, has a very substantial stay cool handle, has an easy to reach spout opener button which avoids steam burns, and it heats the water quickly to a full boil. I highly recommend this kettle.Save 11% Off
Wusthof Gourmet 14-Piece Knife Block Set
Thought I had sharp knives until we bought these. These are very sharp and stay that way if you treat them properly. Don't wash in dishwasher even thigh they say you can. Never knew cutting could be so easy these knives slice through everything like its butter.
Equally important is the integrity and quick response from this seller! I highly recommend them and will be returning for their exceptional quality in content and customer service. Bravo!
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I love them. It is the first time I have owned knives that are really sharp. I would recommed them to everyone.Jan
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Cookinex Kung Fu Master Electric Can Opener
I purchased this to replace a electric can opener, the kind you had to hold the handle down to make it work. It turned out to be a weak point of can-openers. This product does not require you to hold anything down, you just get started and it finishes the job on its own. This works really well, also it is not very loud. One more thing, you just cant go wrong with that name.
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I needed a new can opener, and saw all the great reviews for the Cookinex. It does the job quite well. Seems sturdy and well made. Should last for a long time.Read Best Reviews of Cookinex Kung Fu Master Electric Can Opener Here
This blade on this can opener won't even cut the can to get it started! I am going to return it!
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Miyabi Mosaic 6-Inch Chotoh Utility Knife
The knife in the photo was the 5000 series showing the Damascus blade. The knife delivered was the 30-00 setries that does not have a Damascus blade or a cap on the end of the handle.Very dissapointing not the knife I wanted or ordered, but I am stuck
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Towle Living Basic Spreaders, Set of 4
I am very pleased with the quality of these spreaders. They match my silverware set and are a good hand weight (i.e., feel balanced in the hand).
Zyliss Utility Knife
Used this knife at a friends house and then just had to have one. One great knife like this is all that you need in your kitchen. Great price and prompt delivery.
I bought three different knives by Zyliss, but this the most practical of all and would be the best option if you intend on buying just one knife.
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Great knife! Very sharp and has excellent balance, unlike some knives that are cumbersome. I like the feel of it. I bought it to carry in a cooler while traveling.Want Zyliss Utility Knife Discount?
This is a very nice knife. I used it to fix breakfast and it did all smoothly. It is sharp and the excellent sheath should help keep it that way.Save 22% Off
Wiltshire StaySharp Santoku Knife - Black Scabbard
Eversharp edge that gets even sharper each time you put in back in its holder. We've had these knives for years with great results. Thank goodness for Amazon and their vendors. My sister had attempted to purchase one of these for years, due to import issues, it was almost impossible to acquire one. Thankfully Amazon bridged the gap!
Chicago Cutlery Essentials 4-3/4-Inch Utility Knife
For the price its a good deal since this and the 3 1/2" paring knife together are under $12 on here and sure do come in handy for smaller kitchen prep work. They sharpen easily and have a good handle. The blade is thin enough to make fine slicing easy but also sturdy enough for tough skinned lemons and limes. I leave one on the bar with a mini cutting board for cocktail prep and its held up well for several years now.
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I wanted a knife with a non-porous handle for occasional use cutting up melons in season. I don't have use for a knife of this size for other reasons so I did not want to spend a lot of money. I do not think this knife will stand up to a tough watermelon.The knife blade is too thin for the length. The knife is not sharp. It won't slice a carrot. It splits it instead. The handle is too small for the length of the blade. I don't feel comfortable (safe) using it. I have another Chicago Cutlery knife that I like a lot and that has served me for many years. It is still sharper than the new knife.
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Le Creuset Stoneware 10-Inch Salad Plate, Caribbean
if not for the haphazard packaging this was perfect and i love the size. I had to return some of the plates because of broken items but once everything was switched out it was awesome! love them!Save 20% Off
Wusthof Silverpoint II 5-Inch Serrated Brunch Knife
This inexpensive knife is the very best for general use. Because it is long and flexible it can not be used for everything but for most things it is the very best. I have purchased six of them in the last two years.
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We love using this knife. It's very sharp! It also works well when making sandwiches as the blade is wide enough to put butter or mayonnaise on bread as well as slicing veggies and lettuce, sausage, ham, cheese, whatever. The plastic handle has held up very well through many cycles in the dishwasher. Good quality, excellent price! I've already bought a second one.Read Best Reviews of Wusthof Silverpoint II 5-Inch Serrated Brunch Knife Here
Sweet little knife for slicing tomatos and hogie rolls. My wife loves this knife. I bought it as an add-on to another order to make the free freight and it turned out to be a nice addition to our knife set.Want Wusthof Silverpoint II 5-Inch Serrated Brunch Knife Discount?
I had bought one of these a few years ago, it has held up so well I purchased another one. It seems to hold it's sharpness well. I intend to get a few more over time to have a nice collection. They are just a bit pricey but worth it I guess.Save 15% Off
Shun Edo BB1514 6-Inch Boning Knife
First off, I am a professional meat cutter. I wanted the best the market has to offer, and I'll tell you right now, THIS IS IT! I started cutting with a Victorinox straight boning, which was my standard. A bit more stiff than this narrow (flexible) blade. This Edo is a very different style of knife than I'd expect. At work I use a fillet/boning knife which is flexible, but is not comparable to this knife. Only the first two inches of the knife is truly flexible (impressively flexible), the rest stiff. The perfect proportion of flexibility and usability.Let me also say I've tried other products, such as Dexter-Russell, and Global. Neither come close.
Out of box this knife is unbelievable, great edge, and aggressive appearance. One of the first things I did was de-bone some short ribs, which resulted with the cleanest bones I've ever had to throw away. The other remarkable feature I noticed is how clean cuts really were. The knife left so must more moisture still in the meat, then I've ever seen.
All together this is the best product out there that I can find. A must have for any professional.
Wenger Grand Maitre 4-Piece Cook's Set with Swiss Army Knife
I am very pleased with this knife set. They are scary sharp, comfortable and safe to grip, and hold an edge.They are also a very good deal. They are nearly identical to the top rated R.H. Forschner/Victorinox knives, but the Wengers are much harder to find in the U.S. and only sell in sets.
In Europe, these same knives, with bright yellow handles are the top sellers to professional chefs under Wenger's SWIBO brand.
The 3 piece Wenger Grand Maitre and 3 Piece Forschner/Fibrox sets sell for $55-$60 on Amazon, so this 4 piece set with Swiss Army throw in is a deal.
On the down side while they are tough, they are very light weight/not full tang/stamped not forged. These attributes will effect aesthetics, not use, safety, or reliability. They are not nearly as pretty as my Wusthof knives, and the free SA knife is a small but handy pocket type. The box they come in is not fancy.
Note that the bread and utility knife are both serrated, the paring and chef are smooth blades.
At well under $8 per knife, a full five stars.
Other than the bread knife, I have used the other three. The paring knife was good for peeling apples, a bit too sharp though. The utility knife was good for cutting oranges, although I would like it to be harder and thicker. The chef's knife was perfect for cutting vegetables and meat, and was super sharp, sharper than any knife I have used, so be careful when handling it.
Overall, super value for the price.
One more thing to add:
Be careful with the knife, I am looking at two new cuts on my finger when I am typing. They are much bigger/deeper than if I used my other, dull, knife. I will keep using the knife, but only when necessary.
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Good starter set for newlyweds etc, light but looks very cheaply made with no tangs. Plastic handles. Really, if I could do over..I'd not buy this set but get something better. I don't need the serated blades much either, and straight heavier blades would be a lot nicer. Adios ....Read Best Reviews of Wenger Grand Maitre 4-Piece Cook's Set with Swiss Army Knife Here
These knives arrived as described. I have this set and a set of the Wenger steak knives. They are awesome. I cook all of the time, we frequently have steak and these have stayed sharp throughout daily use. If you are looking for knives, stop looking and buy these. They are a great value.Want Wenger Grand Maitre 4-Piece Cook's Set with Swiss Army Knife Discount?
These were a Christmas present for a very close friend. She can't believe just how sharp they are (including when she sliced herself, and didn't even feel it).It's only been 3 weeks, but they have been used every day, and we are very pleased with the quality of these knives.
Rada Cutlery Six Utility Steak Knives Gift Set, 6 Pc Boxed Set (Non-Serrated) Made in USA
These knives are sharp. I have both the serrated and non serrated steak knives. They are the best value of cheap, quality steak knives I have found. The only reason it did not receive 5 stars is I wish the handles were a little bit bigger. Even with my small hands, my pinky finger is right on the edge. The handle could also be a little thicker for more comfort. Overall, I love them and they are dishwasher safe. A word of advise: It's cheaper to buy 3 packs of 2 rather than the six pack.
Bottom line: EXCELLENT quality knifes, affordable, and MADE IN THE U.S.A! How can you beat that!
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These are great American-made quality steak knives. Sharp, cut cleanly and well, and look good. After reading about our trade deficit, unemployment problems, tax issues, and all of that, I am really happy to find a great American product to buy and recommend. Why buy foreign, imported knives? These knives are relatively light in weight, fit well in the hand, and cut through steaks the way they should. Fantastic. No reason at all to look to an import.I read a lot of reviews and did my research before I bought this.I should say the USA quality is something else. these will last a lifetime.
too bad we can't afford to make most of our products in USA.I had a difficult time finding a steak knife without a serated edge. This knife is very durable and extremely sharp.
I also feel the price was reasonable. I would recommend to everyone. Very good quality.
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Corn Cob Cutter
This works great for scrapping corn off the cob. No scrapping the skin off your knuckles like many other styles of corn scrapers. My only suggestion is to put a nail in the middle of a board to stick your ear of corn on...especially if you are doing a lot of corn.
They tell you that you should "twist" around the cob in order to cut. The first time I tried it that is what I attempted. It was a frustrating mess. It occurred to me then that creating some sort of "nail through wood" device (to hold the cob still) would be necessary.
I didn't use the thing for a long time afterwards because I hadn't gotten around to making the device. When I finally used it again I decided to skip the recommended "twisting" and simply push straight down. It worked like magic. The only issue is that the kernels tend go all over the place.
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This first time I used this it mangled the corn and made a mess. That was the first ear, on the second ear of corn it broke, one of the metal "teeth" came off. It actually worked a little better but still made a mess. I would not replace it with the same device.Want Corn Cob Cutter Discount?
This is hard to use. Trying to push down while keeping the corn upright is difficult. It is very flimsy. I would have sent it back, but it was only $7. Don't order this. I also ordered a corn cutter by Oxo. It is excellent. There is a video about it on Amazon.
Victorinox Forged 4-Inch Paring Knife
The Victorinox Forged is a great kitchen knife line. From the balance, feel and looks to the fine edge, it exudes quality and craftmanship.The 4" paring knife is a great size for intricate or smaller jobs.
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I bought this for my boyfriend for his birthday. I was looking for a high quality knife, that was not made in china. This lived up to it's reviews. This knife feels great in your hand, and works perfectly for paring.Read Best Reviews of Victorinox Forged 4-Inch Paring Knife Here
Lenox Opal Innocence Cake Knife and Server
My daughter and I looked for months for the perfect matching toasting glasses and cake set for her wedding. We couldn't find a matching set that we liked, so settled on different patterns. We both really loved this cake set. I just got it engraved and it looks wonderful. It is very good quality, nice weight and not gaudy. We liked thestainless steel/sterling combination since my daughter wants to use it a long time.
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This simple and elegant design was exactly what my fiancee and I were looking for in a cake knife and server. The high quality is representative of the Leonx name and at a great price. Also, matches Lenox Opal Innocence Flute Pair for a great look. I highly recommend this product.Read Best Reviews of Lenox Opal Innocence Cake Knife and Server Here
I was so excited to open these up and can't wait to use them for our wedding in two weeks! They are a bit heavy but are nicely made. They fit perfectly with our wedding decor and we will be able to use them after the wedding festivities are over. Great product!Want Lenox Opal Innocence Cake Knife and Server Discount?
These are very heavy, beautiful pieces with lovely, subtle artwork at the bottom of each piece. I bought them for my daughter's wedding in October and have decided to use them for one in February as well. Very good quality and good price. LOVE!!!Save 31% Off