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Messermeister 4-Piece Edge-Guard Set, Translucent Orange
Great items to have. to me its better then a block and you can WAS them if they get dirty. Keep you from getting hacked if you drawer or transport your knives for ANY reason...
Zyliss Carving Knife, 8-Inch
Have purchased several of these knifes and I'm very pleased with all of them. Also nice that they have a cover because they are sharp! I recommend these to anyone.
Just remember this knife is best for meat and long cuts.
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This knife is really sharp, and it has kept it's edge even after a lot of use. I really love Zyliss knives, and this one is great for big jobs, like cutting cabbages.Read Best Reviews of Zyliss Carving Knife, 8-Inch Here
I was looking for something half its size. I have to keep it. I can't return something that's had no defect.I will use it some day. I will keep ordering till I find the perfect every day knife
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I bought this for my daughter who's lacking in the art of cooking. It's sharp and the case is good protection as she has a habit of storing knives in a very unorganized drawer. The only drawback is that the case was a little tight so one needs to slide the knife in and out a few times to make it work smoothly. For someone who uses expensive knives and sharpens them regularly this knife might feel cheap and unblalanced but it comes in handy in a pinch and works very well. Slicing tomatoes is the test of a sharp knife and it passed the test.Save 14% Off
Victorinox 5-Inch Mini Chef's Knife
I have always been impressed with the Swiss Army Knife so I wanted to give this knife a try. So far it has handled all the cutting jobs with ease. I like the size and it feels good in my hand. The size allows you to do a variety of cutting jobs.I can highly recommend this knife.
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Rosanna Pearlized Copper Napoleon 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1
These are just so very beautiful..I love them..They look so elegant...But at times they can be very expensive. But still, they are beautiful!
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Rada Cutlery G247 2-piece Super-Sized Pare and Peel Gift Set
This is the perfect addition to any kitchen. The large peeler makes the task so much easier and the black handles are easier to hold than the older silver ones.
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Robinson Knife Pyrex Spatula 10"
I have been looking for my old Rubbermaid, flexible but not heat resistant, scraper and found out they were still being made by Pyrex. It is close to my old one but not quite as flexible. When I complained about the exorbitant shipping charge, the seller reduced it in half,and I was happy that they responded to my complaints.Save 43% Off
Wusthof Silverpoint ll 23-Piece Block Knife Set
I have these Silverpoint knives. Good stamped steel blades, but cheaper molded plastic handles compared to the top line Wusthofs. Though cheaper, these are much nicer than most people probably have, but not the best Wusthof makes you'll pay 3-4x more for the top of the line, and most people won't be able to tell the difference in use.The good news is the steel holds an edge well, does not rust like many cheap knives do, and the molded handles are food safe, meaning no crevices or rivets to catch bits of food. This is the style of handle used on knives the pro chefs use, for sanitary reasons. This set is a nice wedding gift, has everything and then some, and I think it's a good deal for an experienced chef too.
In practice, though, for prep you won't need all of these. It's great having them once in a while, but you can get by with only three. You'll need a good paring knife, a good 8" chef's knife, and a bread knife that covers almost everything. I put stars in the list below by those knives. I know this huge assortment looks better as a gift, but if you have to limit yourself, you can downsize to just a few.
The set contains these 23 pieces:
2 1/4" peeling knife
3" flat cut paring knife
3" spear point paring knife *
3" clip point paring knife
4 1/2" utility knife
5" brunch knife
8" bread knife *
8" cook's knife *
(8) 4 1/2" steak knives
8" slicing knife
6" kitchen fork
5" boning knife
6" cook's knife
9" steel
kitchen shears
22-slot block
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Paula Deen Signature Porcelain 12-Piece Cookware Set, Butter
I Loved the color of the pans. I love that they all had lids. The only reason I did not give these pans a 5 star is because I do not know what happened to my medium sized pot, but it bent, my lid does not fit on it now, I didn't drop the pan, It was fine when I first cooked with it, my second use of the item I noticed it was bent, maybe it was during my cleaning, but it is very sad because now the lid does not fit on correctly. It would also be awesome if there was a lid for the smaller cooking pan. Other than that, I love this set! But I did notice it was alot cheaper at Wal-Mart after I purchased them online, and that was also disappointing, and I mean almost $30 cheaper. But the set, I like it alot.
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At first I was very impressed with this set. They were very pretty. I have had them about 2 months now. Even though I hand washed them like the directions said and I didn't put them in the dishwasher, the copper plated accents have peeled off! As far as function they work OK but they should hold up better than that. I will save up and buy a fancier set next time. If you want something that will hold up, Don't get this set.Read Best Reviews of Paula Deen Signature Porcelain 12-Piece Cookware Set, Butter Here
Love the new Paula Dean cookware.From appearance to ease of clean up ,everything is great.Especially like the handles ,which stay cool during cooking.Everything seems to cook a little faster in these pots and pans , so a little extra attention is required at first.Clean up is a breeze.I would recommend these to anyone and the price was right ,tooWant Paula Deen Signature Porcelain 12-Piece Cookware Set, Butter Discount?
I received a set of 2 skillets from my son for Christmas so I decided to buy the entire set to replace my very well used set of T-fal cookware. I normally won't consider the purchase of cookware that is not dishwasher safe, but this set is easily cleaned with soapy water. I like the ceramic coating on the outside of the pans and the yellow colors are very attractive. This cookware is lighter than some I have had in the past and I have found they tend to slide on the cooking surface. One skillet has a chip in the ceramic coating and I am concerned this can be a problem with the set in the future. The set includes a very nice chicken fryer and a small sauce pan that is perfect for a can of vegtables or a can of soup. I like the rubber coated handles and the clear glass lids. I do recommend this set, expecially at this price.
Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 10-Inch Sharpening Steel
I was a bit skeptical when placing the order since the price was quite low, and I was not sure if it's going to suffer from quality issues or if it's going to do the job.However, the product arrived and appeared to be well made (I'm a bit obsessive about trivial details, and I do prefer walnut over plastic), and it sharpened my generic kitchen knife (no fancy japanese hardened steel knives here) with just a few swipes. It is also quite long enough for my knives without being too long and unwieldy. For my knife it appeared to take off some metal as some fine shards did show, and after longer use there was a thin coat of grey powder in its grooves (that can be cleaned off easily).
The walnut handle/guard has a reasonably good grip. It seems to do the job quick and well without making a fuss. It is also fairly hefty and feels right with the sharpening motion. It is a no-nonsense tool that has a very reasonable price. I'm very happy with it.
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Does the job as advertised. The wood handle could be a bit longer. As it is, suits smaller hands well. Sharpens fine knives easily. The grind on the steel seems just right.Read Best Reviews of Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 10-Inch Sharpening Steel Here
Great Product. Does a goo job sharpening straight (not serrated knives). Easy to use.Want Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 10-Inch Sharpening Steel Discount?
I've had my CC steel for some 15 years now; it does a very nice job of keeping a sharp edge on my knives I use it before every time I cut tomatoes, and about weekly otherwise. Main knife at this point is a Pure Komachi vegetable knife the two work fantastically well together. Now, this steel DOES take some metal off but I am just plain happy not to have to break out a stone to maintain edges..!
T-fal Signature Nonstick 12-Piece Cookware Set
We ordered this set to add on to an existing mish mash of pots and pans we've had for years. The hope was that we could toss some of the older pans out.Strong Points: Great coating, the food literally slides off with little effort. Inclusion of a couple tools is a nice touch (though not sure it's worth paying more for, as the tools probably retail for a dollar or two). Heating distribution is even, and so it cooks effectively.
Weak Points: Small. It's hard at times to convert 8" pot into a visual, especially when the pictures show things that look bigger. A few of the pans are suitable for children, but not big enough to cook something for a single adult.
Overall, the product appears well made, but I would go to a more expensive set with a larger selection of pots and pans if I was going to use these as my primary cooking utensils.
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I needed something simple and basic and love love these. I don't cook a lot as a single guy but when I do it's very easy and I've used most all of the items. The heat indicator is perfect for a novice like me and the non-stick really works great. Plus I just pop them in the dishwasher and they come out clean, so easy and perfect.Dishwasher safe
Cons
no lids for the skillets
skillets are really small, so will have to get a larger one some day
Pros
Easy to clean
Non-stick
Heat indicator lets you know when pan is hot and ready
great grips
I have no regrets, are they top of the line? NO but perfect to get you started and great price to
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I love this T-Fal cookware! It is definitely non-stick. They are so easy to clean that you barely need to use dish soap! Much better than the T-Fal set I had prior to this one. Highly recommended!!Want T-fal Signature Nonstick 12-Piece Cookware Set Discount?
Great price, quick delivery and great set of pans. Excellent non stick coatings and easy to clean. All up a great purchase and I would buy again.Save 22% Off
Tovolo Bloody Knife Spatula
I bought this spatula for my daughter's Halloween costume, crazed chef, but I also thought that it would be a cool, useful spatula for my kitchen. I was right about this spatula, it's cool looking, fits great in my hand and works great too! Definitely would buy this again!
Rocking T Knife
The wood handle is unfinished and feels cheap.... Like you might get a splinter after a while. I wish I had gotten the plastic handle model.
Wusthof Classic 7-Inch Fillet Knife With Sheath
I have been looking for a really good fillet knife for several years. I wish I had the money I spent on all the fillet knives I have purchased. I was always dissatisfied with the edge retention on even some of the higher end brands. I finally decided to go with a battery operated fillet knife and it does a pretty good job. This knife was suggested and I was fore warned that it would NOT be a cheap purchase. I bit the bullet and ordered the knife and went with the custom blade after reading the reviews. When the knife arrived I was pleased with the flexibility and the keen edge and scarey sharp point. I finally managed to clean a few fish after a recent trip and was pleased with the edge retention, I did use a leather strop on the knife prior to use. (I didn't have to stop half way through the filleting process and sharpen it). As I said it is not a cheap purchase and like any good knife does require a minimum of maintenance (i.e do not store it in the a wet leather sheave, clean it thoroughly after use... common sense things) to maintain this high quality knife. I will be going on a Canadian fishing trip this summer and will put the knife through a very vigorous usage. I will update my review after the prolonged "test".
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I was tld about this knife at a Vitamix demo at Home Depot when I saw it being used to slice pineapple and etc. This knife is amazing and is makes slicing and dicing a breeze. I have also used it to slice meat and it was very smooth and fast.Read Best Reviews of Wusthof Classic 7-Inch Fillet Knife With Sheath Here
Waterford Ballet Icing Stainless Steel 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1
love this elegant place setting. it's very simple design is what i was looking for. it's stainless steel, not silver. that's the only drawback. pared mine with waterford chiffonier china and reed and barton soho platinum stemware.
CounterArt Tuscan Collage Wine Bottle Shaped 12-1/2 Inch Glass Cheese Board with Spreader Knife
I had been wanting 1 of these for a long time glad I found 1 I really like it goes well with everything in my dinning room & kitchen
Ginkgo Vegas 20-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4
I love this set. It is sturdy and survives the dishwasher nicely. It is heavy, but not too heavy and the knives are sharper than typical butter knives so they are more versatile.
of this set. I was also very pleased to discover that this flatware is 18/10 stainless steel...not 18/0. The smooth clean lines are modern and pleasing to the eye, and the embossed card symbols on the handles add such a unique touch. You don't have to be a card player (I'm not) to enjoy this handsome-looking set.
When the package arrived and I was finally able to inspect each knife, fork and spoon, I found that every piece is well-crafted, beautifully balanced and heavy-duty. Oh, and did I mention how elegant they look on my table? I couldn't be happier with this flatware! In fact, it is probably one of the best purchases I've made online in a while, and at this price, you really can't go wrong. I even ordered an extra set to have for company...especially
during the holidays.
Totally Bamboo Cutlery Tray
Overall its okay for the price, but the bottom panel is laminate and not actual bamboo. I'd buy it again, but would have liked to know what I was getting.
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The tray is great, but the large size is listed as being 17" long. It is NOT. It is 18" long. My cutlery drawer is 17" so this was going to fit perfectly I thought. Then it arrived at actually 18" long and was immediately packed up for return. Amazon needs to fix the description of this item.Read Best Reviews of Totally Bamboo Cutlery Tray Here
Good size organizer that is well made and attractive. Looks good in the drawer. Better than the adjustable organizers as it takes up less room.Want Totally Bamboo Cutlery Tray Discount?
These trays looked nice on paper, but were not the quality one would expect. One of the trays I received was broken after assembly, leaving sharp and exposed edges. Both of the two trays I received are poorly assembled, using ill-fitting pieces that flop around because they are too short to fit properly. This may be OK if you're hiding them in a drawer, but they are not suitable for use at the table, as suggested by the maker. I'm very disappointed by the poor quality. These items were NOT damaged in shipping, they were shipped in damaged, poorly assembled condition. The only reason I haven't returned them is because it would very inconveniently delay a home improvement project I'm working on.
Wusthof Knife Block Set, Classic #8832
I was a vendor in the restaurant business for 10 years and saw that most chefs preferred the Wusthof with the forged steel blade. My wife's hobby is gourmet cooking (much to my delight...I enjoy eating) but she has always used low end cutlery. I bought her this set as a gift. She is totally blown away with the performance of these knives. The right tool for the job makes the job easier with better results. They are used frequently but yet hold their edge. Just follow the manufacturer's direction's for using the steel for best performance. This set is a good value and has all the basic knives you need. The storage block is well made and has room to add knives to your set which we will be doing soon.
Mercer Millenia M22003 3-1/2-Inch Paring Knife
This is a great knife.We searched for one that fit our needs for a long time. Bought and tried several brands before hitting on the Mercer Millenia M22003 3-1/2-inch Paring Knife. This one finally made the grade. Everything about it is right; blade length and width, handle size is perfect and the quality of the knife itself promises years of good service. The blade is extremely sharp and is hollow ground which gives it the ability to suffer many sharpenings if necessary. Mercer makes long lasting and quality products.
I definitely find it easy to give this knife (5) stars and highly recommend it.
Kyocera 5-1/2-Inch Santoku Knife and Adjustable Slicer Set
I picked up one of these Kyocera slicers/mandolins a few months ago and I LOVE IT. I've only used it twice: once for making a scalloped potatoes dish for Christmas and last week for slicing veggies for fajitas, and I really liked the results. I find the easiest way to use this is to put a bowl on the counter or in the sink, brace the mandolin against your stomach with your off-hand holding the back of the slicer, and slice away. When I did the potatoes, I had a bowl in the sink with water in it, so the sliced potatoes went straight in to it and never had a chance to oxidize and brown. For the fajitas, I did an onion and three bell peppers, and the uniformity of the slice thickness was really great.The mandolin is adjustable for cut thickness through a four-sided bar on the back, I believe the thickest slice is up to 3 mm which has been a very good thickness for what I've been using it for.
I would strongly suggest NOT using the included guard/guide for your own safety. Buy yourself a cut-resistant glove or two instead, such as http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_19?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=cut-resistant+glove&x=0&y=0&sprefix=cut-resistant+glove, this is a trick that I picked up from watching Good Eats and I heartily recommend it. I bought one when I bought my mandolin, and having the ability to properly and securely grip the item being sliced is a big bonus. However, the one that I bought is kind of disappointing, and after two uses, has already worn through in three places and will have to be replaced soon. It's a Microplane glove, I'm not sure which model, but I'll be trying a different brand.
I have no comment on the knife as the store from which I bought it sold the mandolin by itself.
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I love these ceramic knives. I've been using them for nearly 20 years and just love the way the blade holds an edge, as long as you avoid chipping it. I was a little leery of the slicer due to reviews, but if used properly the mandolin slicer is a dream especially if enjoy whipping out some potato chips with the kids once in a while. No brute force is required, in fact, if you push too hard it will flex the deck of the slicer and jam it up on the return. Ideally, a light touch is all you need and don't push your luck trying to get that last slice. I do use flimsy holder handle if I can find it for the last several runs. It's not worth the cut!Read Best Reviews of Kyocera 5-1/2-Inch Santoku Knife and Adjustable Slicer Set Here
I mostly bought this to replace my knife. I had the same knife for over 1 year (different color) that I broke. I was cutting open an uncooked acorn squash and the knife got stuck near the stem. I tried to removed it... and it was when I carelessly started to pry the knife out that the knife broke. Anyway, that was really my fault.The good thing is that, despite breaking, I replaced the knife with the same knife. I love this knife. It is indeed very sharp, which means I pay attention while using it. I watch my fingers! I used my old knife exclusively for over 1 year and never sharpened it. This new one is of the same quality. I expect it to continue my love affair with this knife (really, it makes chopping fun). The knife gets 5 stars, but....
The adjustable slicer was very underwhelming. The plastic frame seems very flimsy, even though the blade is sharp. The adjustment mechanism is a plastic cube that you rotate. I do not have much confidence in that either. I have only sliced carrots successfully with it. I tried with raw beets, but then gave up and sliced them with the knife instead.
Anyway, this set cost less than what I paid for the knife alone, so I am not griping at all. My recommendation is to just buy the knife alone on Amazon... and if you need a slicer, go with a Japanese Slicer instead. They are built better.
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The slicer is the best part of this. Also note that it is not the double edge one as shown in the video. Only their non adjustable ones are double edge. Still the slicer goes through veggies like crazy always smooth cuts just be careful not to run them down to fast and cut yourself. I have not yet but it may happen in the future if im not careful.The knife is good. It is sharp enough to shave hair off my arm. Its very light but solid feeling. Very easy to clean with just soap and water. Make sure you don't put this in a sink with the rest of the dishes it may get broken against plates or cups. Also you might get cut pretty badly if you just brush up against it. I will update this when the blade starts to get dull whenever that may be.
UPDATE. Chipped the slicer blade had it less than 24 hours. Chipped it with the handguard. Hopefully the small very sharp piece is in the plastic and not in my food.