Extremely disappointed with how the product arrived. The sharpener seems to work fine, but it arrived with scratches and scrapes all along the sides and top. I certainly wouldn't recommend this seller.
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Chroma Kasuni Diamond Sharpener
Extremely disappointed with how the product arrived. The sharpener seems to work fine, but it arrived with scratches and scrapes all along the sides and top. I certainly wouldn't recommend this seller.
Chicago Cutlery WSF 7-Inch Bread Knife, Sheath Packaging
I wanted to return this item. It is defective as all of the Chicago Cutlery Knives I purchased in this group. The rivets on all of the handles are not ground flush. They stick up. I have purchased and used Chicago Cutlery Knives for over 30 years and never seen inferior quality such as these. I wasn't allowed the 30 days after I received it. The 30 days from the date of purchase was used. It is still new and in the orginal package. Please advise. I would like replacements. Thanks, John
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We wanted to add a nicer knife to our picnic backpack and this Chicago Cutlery bread knife fit the bill. Also the walnut handle goes nicely with the rest of the pack. The sheath makes it nice and safe to toss in the pack and not worry about getting sliced up trying to retrieve a fork or spoon.Read Best Reviews of Chicago Cutlery WSF 7-Inch Bread Knife, Sheath Packaging Here
Rada Cutlery Peeling Paring Knife, Made in USA
These are truly very sharp, good working knives. I was so happy with the tomato knife that I bought a 2nd one, the steak knife set, and the carving knife. Love them all, except: Just be aware that (now that I've had them for several months) the handles are brushed aluminum which gives a good offsetting weight in the hand, however, the shiny silver color turns dingey gray. If you don't mind that-especially bec now they don't match the silver color of the blade, then they are a great buy. I would give 5 stars if they didn't discolor. NOTE: I NEVER ONCE PUT THEM IN THE DISHWASHER.
Almost diced my thumb off,
filleted the first dermal skin layer
of my thumb off, didn't know it till
I grabbed a salty french fry.
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Sharp, balanced, lightweight. I bought this mostly because it was made in the USA and am thoroughly satisfied. Have used them twice daily for 6 months, still as good as new.Read Best Reviews of Rada Cutlery Peeling Paring Knife, Made in USA Here
A friend of mine had to peel his own potatoes and carrots with his pocket knife. He couldn't afford to spend money on a knife when his knife still sort of peeled. I bought this and gave it to him as a gift. He really liked that it's a one piece knife made of a fairly durable metal. It's probably the fanciest knife he's ever had.Want Rada Cutlery Peeling Paring Knife, Made in USA Discount?
I needed to replace my favorite paring knife-this knife has been perfect. It's sharp, light-weight, and very easy to use. Very happy with my purchase.
ARY Kapoosh Knife Block Black
I love this...no searching for correct hole just insert knife anywhere anyway.Much better for the blades not scraping against wood.
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I have a friend who had one and it looked and worked great, but the two we got were both cracked. finally gave up on it. might try another seller.Read Best Reviews of ARY Kapoosh Knife Block Black Here
The block I received seemed very well made and was attractive. However, my longest knives (anything over 8 inches) were not fully sheathed, which I consider dangerous. The description should note the maximum length of knife it will accommodate safely. Pros offered to split the shipping costs with me if I wanted to return, but it wasnt worth the hassle.Want ARY Kapoosh Knife Block Black Discount?
Great addition to the kitchen! Replaces those ol boring knife blocks! Ease to clean, use and a great way to safely store knives / kitchen accessories.Save 23% Off
Individual Steak knife Pro-Series II Single Steak knife
These arrived lickety-split. The quality is good. They are not as awesome as the knives in the Ergo Chef Pro Series 8 knife set that I bought from Amazon two weeks ago but they are good and a good value. I spent a sick amount of time reviewing all the different steak knives I could get and I really wanted the not serrated German ones that cost over $40 each but in the end, well, I got six of these for less than one of those and they are good quality and I'm happy.They appeared to me to be slightly larger than I expected from the photo. The knives are 9.3" long and the blade is 0.8" wide where it meets the handle. The handle is made of a slightly shinier material than the Pro Series knives. The balance is good. Yea, whatever, they're knives. Get 'em.
Fred and Friends Sharp Act Knife Sharpener
The Fred & Friends Sharp Act Knife Sharpener is a funny little kitchen gadget to have. But if you do cook a lot and use your knives a lot you might want to reconsider this purchase. The actual knife sharpener doesn't really do that great of a job and there isn't any way to replace it or take it apart if anything happens. It's just a large piece of cheap plastic with a tiny tiny area for actual knife sharpening. Funny, but not practical.
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Hubby loves unusual gifts to keep in his "man cave". This was a BIG hit. He absolutely loved this gift.Read Best Reviews of Fred and Friends Sharp Act Knife Sharpener Here
This is as cute as the picture and a great conversation piece to have lying around the kitchen. This is no knife sharpener you stick in a drawer till you need it, display it and let guests stare and wonder and then finally ask WTF? It is a fun little addition to the kitchen for sure.Want Fred and Friends Sharp Act Knife Sharpener Discount?
Clever idea but fell short. The head of the piece is ugly and old fashioned which does appeal to the audience. Did not sharpen knives.Save 3% Off
True Fabrications Cheese Board and 4 Cheese Knife Set
I have owned several similar cheese sets over the years, and wanted to give one as a Christmas gift. The set I wanted (Picnic Time Circo Cheese Set) was sold out, and so I bought this set instead. There were no reviews, but I thought "How different can they be?" My mistake!When I removed the plastic to wrap it, I couldn't separate the two parts to expose the tools. The other boards I've owned opened with a hinge or had a drawer. After pulling and prying with no luck, I noticed a screw in the bottom of the board. After lossening it didn't work, I pulled it out all the way. Turns out that the board is just two *separete* pieces that you're supposed to balance together!!
There is nothing like a hinge or pin connecting the top and bottom. I thought maybe this was so the top could be used itself, but it has a small strip of wood where it meets the bottom, so it can't even stand on it's own! It has to be balanced precariously over the bottom piece. There isn't even a notch or anything to help them balance.
On top of all that, the tools are cheap and not helpful. The Picnic Time and Trudeau sets both have cheese slicers and good quality knives. This set is simply different size spreaders. Not very useful.
In short, do NOT buy this inferior product. It's no cheaper than much better, more useful sets. I've returned mine, and will be gifting the Picnic Time set a few days late. It's worth it.
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I had to sent the first one back because it was warped, but the second one is fine. It does the job and looks pretty good.Read Best Reviews of True Fabrications Cheese Board and 4 Cheese Knife Set Here
Global Decor Stainless-Steel Chopsticks, 4 Pairs
The biggest problem I've had with metal chopsticks is that they are too thin and hard to use. However, since these are made of hollowed stainless steel, they are of similar proportion to wooden chopsticks and are about as easy to use. My only complaint is that the grips are rounded, not squared, which I think is harder to use.They are more slippery than wooden chopsticks though, and since they taper to separate points it is a bit hard to eat noodles. Secondly, they do heat up quickly if you're eating hot soup, so don't leave them in your soup (just rest it on top of the bowl). These are problems inherent in all metal chopsticks though, so they aren't really a con.
Pros:
-Lightweight
-Same size as wooden chopsticks
-Stylish
-Easier to clean
Cons:
-Heat up when eating soup
-Slippery
-Rounded grips
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I have never tried stainless steel chopsticks before and after using these, I will NEVER go back to bamboo or wooden chopsticks when I have a choice.Kung-Po is probably my favorite Chinese dish and I always request that it's made extra spicy. Unfortunately, the extra heat sometimes makes my lips raw and burning. It doesn't matter how smooth bamboo might appear, my lips tell me other wise when I'm halfway through a very spicy entree.
I don't have that issue with these because they are incredibly smooth and comfortable. I never have to worry about splinters or the sand paper effect and most importantly, I don't have the extra worry of wondering if these are really clean as they are very EASY TO CLEAN and disinfect. SAFER THAN WOOD OR BAMBOO and no shellac flaking off in my mouth. It's true that you likely can't put these in a dish washer as they'll fall through the basket but I have found washing these to be VERY easy to hand wash. DRIED FOOD COMES OFF EASILY AND WET FOOD STICKS!
The upper portion is not round (which is what I'm used to) but also, they are not quite square either. The edges are nicely rounded off and just makes for a great feel in my hand. These are nicely balanced, very light and user friendly even for a chopstick-novice like myself. The finish is almost satin-like which is very smooth and comfortable but still can grasp and hold noodles and rice. I'm still not very experienced in my chop-stick eating skills and when I make a mess, I'm blaming the carpenter--not the tools.
I recently spent a few dollars on some bamboo chopsticks that I'm throwing away. For only $2.00 more, I now have 4 pairs of chopsticks that will last indefinitely. These chop-sticks come in a reusable plastic sleeve that keeps these in one place. When I take everything into account, these get a star for each whole dollar I spent...FIVE.
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Well I'm not certain what to say about chopsticks! Since they're stainless steel, they will last for decades. They are dishwasher safe, which makes them more sanitary than bamboo. Over all, I'm very glad I bought these because they're safe and convenient.Want Global Decor Stainless-Steel Chopsticks, 4 Pairs Discount?
They match very well with my silverwares, and are just as easy to use as wooden chopsticks, in fact, more sanitary.Save 76% Off
WMF Profi Plus 11-Inch Cheese Knife
I used this knife on about 7 different kinds of cheeses (hard / soft) and it always gave me excellent slices. Not sure how someone would give it one star!
The knife is steeply beveled on one side, which results in crooked cuts. Perhaps all cheap cheese knifes have this flaw? I don't know. What I do know, is that a bread knife does a better job of cutting semi-soft cheeses than this knife, and a more expensive cheese knife does a better job than both.
If you're looking for a cheap cheese knife, try a different one. Maybe it's better, maybe it's not. This one is no better than the bread knife you already have.
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We have owned this knife for over 10 years and and gave us very good cuts with all types of cheeses. The one problem we had was the blade cracked through to the hole nearest the handle. This is a pity as we loved this knife. WMf has no warranty policy that I know of, so I am a little reluctant to purchase a similar one again.Read Best Reviews of WMF Profi Plus 11-Inch Cheese Knife Here
Wusthof Culinar 2-Piece Starter Set
The first set of knives I ever purchased was a Henckels block about five years ago, for which I paid about a hundred dollars and thought I was really splurging. It was adequate for a while but now I find myself using the serrated edge bread knife for most cutting chores as all the other knives haven't held a decent edge.Looking for a decent cook's knife last year, research indicated that lots of people liked the Wusthof brand, and the Culinar line in particular looked very good as well. I thought a hundred and forty dollars was an awful lot of money for two knives but they didn't disappoint in the least. They are tremendously sharp and hold their edge very well.
I have given this set to my mother in law, who has every knife she ever bought and tends to use them to open letters and remove door hinges and so on, so you can imagine their condition. She is now a convert and uses them all the time, and I am looking for a set of my own.
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Rimon 3 Inch Fruit Knife Ceramic Knife Paring Knife (AV003-R)
Very good. This knife cuts better than I expected it to and is perfectly suited for its purpose. I will get some bigger ones for other purposes from this company.Save 28% Off
Ginkgo Le Prix Cocktail Forks, Set of 4
These are good looking and versatile. Great for seafood, meat and cheese tray forks or small hors d'oeuvers. This Le Prix flatware is well built, stronger and slightly heavier than most flatware with plastic components. The forks feel solid, not flimsy or cheap.
These are perfectly sized for little hands, they're well balanced, they have real tines that easily stab food, and they've got a nice curvature to them to teach the child how to properly turn the fork after stabbing to pick up their food properly.
While you're at it, get a matching set of spoons. Much to the surprise of many parents, the spoons have real bowls in them that actually hold food! Yes, even soup!
I searched for more forks like these for years as my son was growing up (we had 2, but don't know where we got them) and searching for flatware labeled "children's" brought nothing but grief. I was literally jumping for joy when I finally found these on Amazon.
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I thought these would be normal sized but they are tiny. I still use them and they work fine but I do wish they were a bit bigger and longer. Just know that this is almost kids sized.Read Best Reviews of Ginkgo Le Prix Cocktail Forks, Set of 4 Here
These little forks are sturdy and look good when you are serving anything. I use thermoforming cheese and crackers, antipasto all throes of things and everyone comments on how nice they areWant Ginkgo Le Prix Cocktail Forks, Set of 4 Discount?
I bought these forks for my son, to pack with his lunch. These fit the bill perfectly. They are small enough to slip into his lunch box yet sharp and firm enough to use as real forks. Far better than small plastic forks.
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cuisine 8-Inch Chef's Knife (B-Grade*)
This is just a quick warning about the Twin Cuisine design for all those that are interested.Four star for the cutting ability of the knife, One star for the handles,(Because you can't click no stars)
I have been involved with the restaurant industry for some thirty years now as a Chef, management, designer, contractor etc... So I know good from bad when it comes to restaurant products.
About four years ago I decided to purchase a new set of knives. Henckel being one of my top choices, based on previous experience and ownership.
I settled on the Twin Cuisine because I liked the larger handle and overall weight of the knives and the look. Full length tang, no rivets and a more robust design of the handle. I purchased from various vendors on Amazon a compliment of around nine knives of various lengths and cutting styles. I also got two sets of the Twin Cuisine Steak Knives.
Speaking for the knife, (cutting portion) they are a great set of knives. They keep there edge, (as long as you hone them) and I think I have only had to sharpen them a few times over the years.
Now for the handles. Every one of these knives the handles are cracked, not cracking.... cracked. From my 10" chef knife to the steak knives. There is definitely a flaw in the plastic used to mold these handles. I have found references on other forums about this problem with the twin cuisine so buyer-be-ware.
Although they are warrantied for life the hassle is you have to send them in one at a time to Henckel, which frankly I have not taken the time to do, and it can take them up to eight weeks to deal with the warranty.
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I am 5'10", with hands to match. Knives with the traditional handle are just too small and my hands cramp up if I have to use them for a while. The handles on these are thick and solid and ergonomically curved. Great for a woman with larger hands or your average guy. Wouldn't recommend them for a small woman because of the handle size and because they are a heavier knife overall. My only negative with these knives is that they don't have an ID on the end of the handle the way another company (is it Wustof?) does, which makes it easy to find the knife you want without pulling them out to check.Read Best Reviews of Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cuisine 8-Inch Chef's Knife (B-Grade*) Here
I am an assistant to an executive chef and instructor at one of the top ten culinray schools in the country. Althought I am not a professional myself, I find that using top equipment makes the differences. This knife speaks for itself. The edge has remainded true without a lot of fuss. The ease of use is something else. If used correctly you can slice and dice all day. The only drawback is the weight. Some might fine it a little heavy at first, but stick with it, the wait will be worth it. Excellant knifeWant Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cuisine 8-Inch Chef's Knife (B-Grade*) Discount?
I have had many types of knives in my past but none this heavy, sharp and useful. The handle is both ergonically useful and very beautiful (a nice combination). This is impressive to the look and touch. This is staying sharp through many tough jobs.Save 40% Off
Chef's Choice 100W Diamond Hone Knife Sharpener, White
I've been using the Chef's Choice for years now. I still use the one I bought in 1992 almost daily. My knives are still in wonderful shape and hold their edges beautifully.The guesswork has been taken out of knife sharpening with this machine. I'm only so-so with a steel and in any case, a steel can't do the three stage sharpening that the Chef's Choice does. Since it holds the knife at the perfect angle for each step, it makes it easy for the fumble-fingered (like me) to create a perfect edge every time!
I'm buying one for my daughter now, mine is in perfect condition after more than 10 years and I imagine it will be for years to come yet!
I paid over 100 dollars for this very sharpener back then, which was a LOT of money at the time. They've come down so far in price that you haven't any excuse not to get one now!
I was raised by a knife afficianado, and learned knife sharpening the old-fashioned way (with natural and diamond stones, steels and careful technique). The results with this unit don't hold a candle to a knife sharpened the "right" way. As mentioned by others here, the edge left by the Chef's Choice is pretty rough when compared to a razor-sharp edge, although it IS useful for utility knives or re-setting the edge angles on an abused knife.
I've used this tool to good results "fixing" other peoples' knives -you know the kind -the ones that have been loose in the gadget drawer for 20 years, used for everything from hacking through frozen meat to tightening screws, and have never been sharpened. That said, I'd never let my Henckels, Wustofs, ot Forschners get close to this thing.
It's a fast way to repair abused knives and get things started towards sharpness, but by no means does it produce what I'd consider a "final" edge.
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I salivated over getting a Chef's Choice electric sharpener for at least 10 years and I am glad I did not take the plunge. I was at my sister's home on Saturday and tested her Chef's Choice sharpener. I can only say that I would never ever let this machine get close to my expensive kitchen knives. This machine, in my opinion, is designed for the vast majority of folks, who have not a clue what a razor-sharp knife is or how to keep it razor-sharp using just a steel. This sharpener may be okay for sharpening mediocre knives but it's a definite no-no for fine cutlery. Let me list the problems with this sharpener:1. It will ruin your expensive Henckel's or Wusthof's finish. It grinds a highly conspicuous 1/8" to 1/4" wide set of bevels measured from the knife edge, using the rough diamond wheels, leaving very rough marks behind. The results are so ugly, you'll swear at yourself for being so stupid for testing your fine knives on this machine. The diamond wheels are coarse and rough. Gone will be the once beautiful satin/mirror finish on your knife's original edge.
2. Even with the 2nd stage fine-grit hone, the resulting knife edge is still VERY rough by my standards. Again, you will have to know what a truly razor-sharp knife is in order to put this into perspective. If you are one of the vast majority of folks who do not know what is a razor sharp knife, then you'll likely be very satisfied with the result that the Chef's Choice can give you. But once you know what razor-edged sharp cutlery is, you'll never let this machine touch your knives again.
Keeping knives sharp is no magic. First you need to treat your knives well by not letting the fragile sharp edge touch hard objects such as dinner plates, tile or stone countertop, silverware, kitchen sink, dish washer rack, etc. Learn to handwash your sharp knives. Use your knives only on a cutting board. Then learn to keep your knives razor sharp by using a steel on a regular basis. If you really need help, then a diamond-embedded honing steel followed by using a regular steel is still a much better solution to restoring a very dull edge than using a Chef's Choice.
Bottomline is this is basically just a glorified bench grinder on the countertop. Your choice to purchase it or not will depend on your need and your knife collection. For dirt-cheap knives that are sold at supermarkets or on TV, the machine may be a godsend. For fine cutlery, avoid it entirely.
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I also have to echo the comments of other reviewers when saying if you have inexpensive, common cutlery this sharpener will work OK. If you have Chef's Quality cutlery don't bring it near this machine. It leaves a rough edge no matter which stone you use and simply isn't meant for good quality knives. If you paid a couple of hundred dollars or more for your set of kitchen knives, get them professionally sharpened. If you have run-of-the-mill cutlery this machine will do OK.Want Chef's Choice 100W Diamond Hone Knife Sharpener, White Discount?
Chef's Choice 120 Diamond Hone 3-Stage Professional Knife Sharpener, WhiteI bought this product 10 years ago for about $80 just so I could try to recondition my fading knife collection (mostly Forschner and an odd Henckel, Chicago Cutlery and it like). I was afraid that I would have to buy all new knives.
I didn't I am still using the same knives (and have one or two new ones in my knife drawer). Follow the directions and take your time. You can, after practicing, get your knives to slice paper, and that is certainly sharp by anyone's definition.
The directions could be easier to understand. Read them several times.Then read them some more. Sharpening does take patience and time. And you didn't learn to tie your shoelaces or ride a bike the first try either! For all you whiny-hinies who complained about 1/4 inch gouges and the like, I can only shake my head and wonder if you were holding the knife backwards or upside down...
For all of you who mentioned your "expensive cutlery" and it's "fine finish", I can safely assume that you don't understand why your $249 stock pot doesn't make fine soups automatically, etc., etc.
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Wusthof 4622 Classic 7.1-Inch Fillet Knife (18cm)
My husband (commercial fisherman) has been using this knife for 4 years, it is his favorite fillet knife (he has 10 different fillet knives on board). So we finally bought one for home. Excellent quality, if purchasing, make sure it is the 'Classic' series, they have other series (ie; Emeril) that are not as high quality and are therefore cheaper.
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I bought this fillet knife for my brother who is a sponsored salt water angler. He informed me that this is the best fillet knife he has ever owned. Sharp as a razor and passes through bone, skin, and meat with no effort at all.Read Best Reviews of Wusthof 4622 Classic 7.1-Inch Fillet Knife (18cm) Here
I used this knife for the first time tonight to skin a salmon fillet. This was also my first time skinning a fish. As I approached the fish nervously, thoughts of everything that could possibly go wrong performing this simple yet delicate task began racing through my mind; tearing the skin, removing too much flesh, the knife slipping, anything that could destroy my expensive piece of Coho. I grabbed the fillet by a corner and made my first cut down to the skin. Then, in a rather undramatic glide of the wrist, it was all over. Done, perfectly, not a shred of flesh on the skin. Great knife. I was shipped (perhaps by accident) the leather sheath, though I ordered just the knife. I am slowly building my collection of Wusthof knives. I have the 6" and 10" chef's, this fillet, and the 5.5" serrated utility and all are remarkable knives. I will also add that I had almost a spiritual moment today when I pulled the 10" chef knife from its packaging. Feels great in the hand, hefty, but perfectly balanced. All I remember thinking was, "Wow. Now that's a knife!"Want Wusthof 4622 Classic 7.1-Inch Fillet Knife (18cm) Discount?
All my knives are Wüsthof but this is by far the sharpest I've used. Flexible, nice looking, and you will find yourself using it for everything (even household tasks) that requires a keen edge. Buy it with caution, or BandAids...
Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 20pc Block Set
Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I have thoroughly enjoyed owning and using a this matching set of knives over the past few months. My prior set was simply a hodgepodge of marginal quality blades we've acquired since our marriage 20-odd years ago. I waited to review this set because I wasn't sure how they'd hold up after a few uses given the price, but I've been pleasantly surprised.
They don't hold an edge indefinitely, I've had to sharpen the blades I use most often a couple of times so far. I have used the included sharpener for the longer knives, but use my Furi for the smaller ones, and I prefer the edge it gives me.
This is a great set for someone in their first apartment, or a good inexpensive wedding gift that will be appreciated by a couple that isn't looking for something that is chef quality.
The knives feel good in your hand, and are relatively lightweight without feeling cheap. The scissors are also very nice and work smoothly.
I am also uploading a composite photo of all the individual components included in this set, as the official photo doesn't show much!
To give you a better idea of what you can expect I will breakdown the two sets. Please note, my review is for those consumers looking for a relatively inexpensive set of knives. Neither set is truly "professional quality"; the company's claims that they are should be taken with something less than a grain of salt. If you want/need that grade of knife you are going to pay quite a lot more for a single knife than you are paying for these two sets.
Contents:
Ginsu 14 piece set with 3.5" paring knife, six 4.5" steak knives, 4.5" utility knife, 5" boning knife, 8" slicer, 8" chef's knife and 7" Santoku knife. Scissors and plastic covered wood block.
Chicago Cutlery 20 piece set with 2.75" peeler, 3.5"parer, eight 4.5" steak knives, 4.75" partoku knife, 5" boning knife, 5.5" utility knife, 6,.75"santoku, 7.5" chef's knife, 8" slicer, 9" bread knife, sharpening steel, kitchen shears and hardwood block.
Design:
Ginsu All blades, with the exception of the santoku, are serrated and never need to be sharpened. This is supposed to prevent the tearing of food and eliminate the hassle of keeping the blades in good order. The blade handles are stainless steel and there is a black end piece with the Ginsu logo imbedded in it. The knives fit well in the hand, feel a bit light and are not especially sharp. (There is no comparison between the Ginsu bread knife and the Chicago cutlery one the Ginsu flattens fresh bread and tears the skin of tomatoes, the Chicago Cutlery knife glides through both. The santoku knife in this set is the exception it cuts very well but does need to be maintained. The knife set itself is pleasing to look at and would be a sharp addition to those kitchens with stainless steel appliances.
Chicago Cutlery The non-serrated knives have a tapered edge on the blade for optimal sharpness, they also have the typical hollow ovals seen on most santoku knives to help food release from the knife. The metal tang extends from the tip of the blade to the end and this strengthens the knife and also gives it balance in the hand. The scalloped edge blades have the full tang as well. Both styles have a triple rivet securing the handle to the tang. The handles are black plastic and are formed to fit the hand. The knives slice well, fit nicely in the hand and have a pleasing weight to them. The knife set will look appropriate in most kitchens.
Care:
Ginsu Dishwasher safe*.
Chicago Cutlery Hand washing recommended.
Block:
Ginsu Wood block with black plastic cover.
Chicago Cutlery Hardwood storage block.
Warranty:
Ginsu Limited lifetime warranty.
Chicago Cutlery Full lifetime warranty.
As noted above, I would have no qualms about recommending the Chicago Cutlery set to the typical weekend warrior cook. It is a very good value for the money. The Ginsu set I would recommend only for those who like a bit of flash, very little hassle (with sharpening), a smaller unit and don't mind mediocre performance.
*For purposes of this review I am putting these knives in the dishwasher and seeing how they hold up, so far, so good, if I note etching, water spotting or other undesirable effects I will update. (Side note: years of experience and advice have taught me to keep my sharps out of the dishwasher.)
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Prepare to laugh. I'm 66, was a workaholic, never cooked, now retired, live in mountains raising and showing dogs. My neighbors are hunters and give me Elk and Venison meat scraps for my dogs that require scraping the meat off the hide. After suffering through 2 seasons of this all-day-long scraping with a knife I probably picked up at the grocery store 20 years ago, I went searching for good knives. I spent a great deal of time searching and reading customer reviews. I finally decided this was the best bang for the buck. I cried the first time I processed these meat scraps....These knives are AMAZING! Next time I pack for fire evacuation, these are going with me!!!!Read Best Reviews of Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 20pc Block Set Here
I've had a set of the Chicago Cutlery metropolitans for 10+ years. That set is great. I purchased this set for a friend......wow......what a difference. These knives are no where near balanced, the blades are much thinner, the handles are two pieces of presumably hollow plastic riveted to the tang. Just the chef's knife from my set outweighs three of these cooking knives. I was embarrassed when she opened it, handed me one, and said......."These are nice, are you sure they are the same ones you have?" Well "Chicago Cutlery" and "metropolitan" are embossed on the blade. That's where the similarity ends. So much for trusting in a great product line over time. I am saddened by this. Amazon was great about it though, and took them back with no fuss.Want Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 20pc Block Set Discount?
Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Chicago Cutlery produces several lines of cutlery and Metropolitan is their budget line. I already knew this so I wasn't expecting fine knives, but these are surprisingly better that I would have thought.Included in the set is a large, hardwood block, a honing steel, kitchen shears, eight 4.5" steak knives, a 2.75" peeler, a 3.5" parer, a 4.75" Partoku, a 5" boning knife, a 5.5" utility knife, a 6.75" Santoku, a 7.5" chef's knife, an 8" slicer, and a 9" bread knife. (The Partoku is Chicago Cutlery's name for this knife, which is a cross between a paring knife and a Santoku knife.)
The block is large, measuring 6 1/4"W x 12 1/2"H x 12 1/4"D, so it will take up some room on your counter. It's heavy and is one of the nicest components of this set.
The kitchen shears are exceptional! They are truly some of the best I've ever had.
The knives all feature a full tang meaning the blade runs all the way through the middle of the handle, which is attached with 3 rivets. The handles are nicely shaped and have good weight. The handles are a black, polymer material and are well finished.
The blades are stamped, high-carbon stainless steel. (Stamped knives are the most inexpensive to manufacture and unless the steel is of very high quality, they tend to dull quickly.) All of the blades are very lightweight. This may be a plus for folks who have trouble wielding a big, heavy knife. There are no bolsters on these knives, as bolsters are only on forged blades. (A bolster is a thick ridge at the end of the blade where it meets the handle. It is designed to prevent hand slippage and reduce hand fatigue.)
In my use of these knives, I find the steel to be a little soft and so the edge has a tendency to roll. I recommend using the included honing steel every time you use one of your knives. It only takes a couple of seconds and makes a huge difference in performance, especially with inexpensive knives. They arrive quite sharp and take an edge well. I suspect that they will need to be sharpened fairly regularly so I would purchase an AccuSharp Knife Sharpener With Replacement Blades to go with this set. I would also be careful not to put these knives in the dishwasher. The handles could probably take it fine, but the blades would likely suffer for it and might even develop some light rust spots due to the inexpensive materials used.
Chicago Cutlery also warrants their knives for life. It is a well-known brand that has been around for a long time so this warranty is likely to be upheld.
This set is sort of an entry level item, with some nice features. I would say it would be best for someone setting up a household for the first time or for someone outfitting a temporary living arrangement. These knives will not please someone who is used to high quality knives or who does a lot of chopping and cutting on a daily basis, but they are decent enough for starting out and they have a nice assortment.
I give this set 3 stars because the box and the product page claims professional quality knives, which is vague and misleading. If they advertised these knives as a budget or value package, I would enthusiastically give them a 4-star rating because it is quite a nice set if you know that these are not top-quality knives that will last you a lifetime.
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