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Wüsthof Gourmet 14-Piece Deluxe Knife Block Set

Wüsthof Gourmet 14-Piece Deluxe Knife Block SetI've owned this knife set for a year now, and I'm 100% satisfied. These Wustof knives are great they keep their edge, they are razor sharp, and they hold up very well to daily usage.

I was hesitant to buy the Gourmet set based on reviews here on Amazon and elsewhere. The Gourmet knives are stamped, not forged like the Classics. There are very minor design differences that make the Gourmets look slightly different than the Classics. Otherwise, these knives are exactly like Classics. First, the stickers. The Wustof emblem is a sticker on the handle. The emblem is a sticker on the Classics, too, so if the sticker really bothers you that much, go with a different knife manufacturer. My stickers have not faded, worn, or shown any sign of coming off under heavy usage in one year. Take that as you will. Second, rusting. These are carbon steel knives, people. Steel rusts if you let water sit on it. My knives have not rusted in the least. I hand wash them, wipe them off in one swipe with a paper towel, and air dry after use. Not a spot of rust. If you want to stick these in the dishwasher, or want to let them soak in water, you're going to get rust. Take care of these knives and they're fine.

I give these knives five stars. Unless you really feel you need forged, ground carbon steel Classics for hundreds more, buy these Gourmets.

Forged steel was out of my price range, so I had to go with stamped. ($200 is enough for me, thank you.) The set is nice, a bit light, but good... EXCEPT FOR THE STICKERS. Yes, the red logos on the handles are--in fact--red pixelated laser printer stickers that get ruined in the wash. Get some Goo Gone and spend 20 minutes taking them off before washing the set. Of course, if you were paying for the brand... there is still the logo etched into some of the blades. :)

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They are not the top of the line but respectable for a budding gourmet. Proof of their effectiveness can be found underneath the several bandaids I have had to wear since accidentally mishandling the bed knife once and a steak knife once.

What a joy to have decent knives to use in the kitchen. It helps to inspire me as a cook.

Great for the price and definitely do not put these in the dishwasher. I am proud to own, even if it is on the lower end of the spectrum, one of the finest knife collections currently on the market.

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I did some research and saw that these knives had good reviews. After using them for a few months, I noticed a little rust and the rivets were eroding!!! (I washed these knives by hand only, no dishwasher) I would not have believed it if I hadn't seen it for myself. I didn't expect such a good company to have such poor quality. Maybe Wusthof has better knives, but these are no good.

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I was very suprised to find out how thin the steel blades were, so thin they bended while I was cutting an apple.

The knives got rusted and dull after just a few days of use. I looked throughout the website to find customer servcie number however i could not. Will demand my money back, including shipping cost.

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Edgeware Santoku Straight Edge Ceramic Pull Thru Knife Sharpener

Edgeware Santoku Straight Edge Ceramic Pull Thru Knife SharpenerIt is easy to get confused, especially when semi-impulse shopping. My husband and are moving, so we were new home shopping. We ordered some ceramic knives for the kitchen, and then this product popped up. Oh hooray, something to keep our ceramic knives sharp let's get it! The sharpeners are made of ceramic, they are not fr ceramic. If you read the name really carefully it is easy to see that. But we were not reading carefully, we are excited about out move.

DO NOT PULL YOUR CERAMIC KNIVES THROUGH THIS!

It is effective on regular knives though. I have a Kershaw that I hadn't sharpened in years. It took a few pull thrus, but now it is just as sharp as it was when I got it. When shopping it is always a good idea to read the product details, so shop smart.

Finally, I can get a good edge on all my Global knives. Nice to have a sharpener with the proper angle for those. I was surprised at the heft this sharpener is sturdy. The rubber footing and grip make it exceptionally comfortable to use. Still small enough to store easily and simple to see and control the way you're sharpening knives. Glad I bought it.

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It's okay...looks good, it is lightweight, but it does not sharpen as well as I would have expected. I am already planning to buy a different one.

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That's the whole reason I bought it. I tried it with my ceramic chef's knife and the ceramic blade chipped in three places. I don't know if it was the knife or the sharpener, but there went one of my knives down the drain. Guess it's ok on my regular knives, but I would have purchased a different one for just regular knives.

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While using the device isn't rocket science it would be helpful if instructions came with it as to which slot is which. Other than that it is quite easy to hold firmly which adds to the safety of use as well as the level of results.

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Oneida Aquarius 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1

Oneida Aquarius 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1I purchansed several sets of this flatware. I have found some large spoons weigh 55 grams and some weight 48 grams and have a very differnent shape and feel. I have also found some small forks and small spoons also have a different shape and feel. Many of the pieces had very visible grinding marks. The difference seems to be country of origin. The pieces made in USA all match and the pieces made in China all match. In some cases the USA made were better finish and shape and in one case the China made were heavier and had a smoother finish. It is a real dissappointment that my set doesn't match.

I received a 16 piece place setting of this beautiful flatware for a wedding gift over 9 years ago. My family uses this set on a daily basis and through wear and tear it is still looks great...nearly new. It washes up wonderfully in the dishwasher and I would recommend this set to anyone. I did not have any issues with pieces not matching each other as the other reviewer did but I do know my pieces were purchased all at one time. I do not know if this makes a difference or not.

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I love this set! I was looking for a set for my very own so I only bought one setting to try them out. I will be buying the whole enchilada as soon as I can!

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Nice setting. Good quality. I actually bought it to match another set that Oneida no longer makes and it blended in well It shipped quickly. I would order from the seller again.

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I like my setI've picked up pieces over the years. The regular aquarius is what i started withbut I couldn't find it after 5 yearsthe replacement pieces I bought were from the Aquarius Satin setthat's where the differences come in. All have been going through the diswasher and look fine. No one really notices the slight differences in the two sets except me. This satin set I've had a few pieces of it now for 5 years and I have no complaints and find my set very attaractive and receive compliments onit all the time.

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Update International KGE-04 Stainless Steel Forged Curved Blade Boning Knife, 6-Inch

Update International KGE-04 Stainless Steel Forged Curved Blade Boning Knife, 6-InchLike the rest of the Update cutlery series, the 6" curved boning knife is a well engineered tool. Thinner and more flexible than the straight 6" version (as it should be). Traditional construction using industry standard materials includes German high carbon stainless steel forged blade with bolster, full tang and triple riveted "Pom" polymer (Polyoxymethylene)handle. My local Asian supermarket(and many restaurant suppliers) stock an assortment of Update International knives from well under ten dollars to just over twenty (really). At those prices I would rate with six stars for the value ! Compare to Henkel Int. forged series

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Haidragon Coconut Knife

Haidragon Coconut KnifeThe secret is to peel away at the "cap" of the coconut where it connects to the tree with the tool. There is a light fleshy meat under the cap and the tool slides right into it no brawn required! We live in Florida and have green coconuts in our yard this makes them so easy to drink and coconut water is so good for you!

No matter what you call it, this is a great item for getting at coconut water from green and white coconuts. The coconut knife is meant for Whole green coconuts or fresh coconuts, with these coconuts it is recommended to go thru the side. Young coconuts, Thai coconuts and White coconuts: set the coconut on its flat side and tap the coconut thru the cone shaped top. Insert a straw and enjoy! I like to keep coconuts from my tree in the fridge and drink chilled. The husk acts as a natural insulation keeping it cold and is 100% recyclable! Once the coconut water is consumed you can use a large cleaver to split the coconut for the jelly inside. I make several holes in the coconut with the coconut tap to make this easier.

This tool was not designed for Brown ripe and white RIPE coconuts. You can find the soft eye of the three on the top and pierce that eye, but you risk damaging the coconut tap. Get a hammer and an ice pick for those hard nuts. Although these type of coconuts do contain coconut water, it is not of the same quality or taste as a young coconut. Generally these coconuts are used or their meat inside. The Coconut tap is NOT intended for use on unhusked or brown ripe coconuts.

The coconut tap comes with a cap over the sharp end that also serves as a knock out tool for the coconut core left in the tap after opening. An old fashioned ice pick also does the job cleaning out the tool.

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This is a great little tool. Well-built; works well. Arrived in a timely fashion, although the seller didn't think so. They sent me a peronsalized e-mail advising me of a delay due to increased holiday business. That's great customer service.

My first experience of drinking coconut water on a regular basis (I think many call it "milk" here in the U.S.) was when I lived in Puerto Rico. Vendors in areas where coconut palms grew would harvest them and keep them in salvaged-from-the-junkyard, 30-year old electric soda pop coolers on the roadside in front of their humble house, to sell to thirsty travelers.

Some locals would mix it with Scotch whiskey, or rum. Pretty tasty, but it definitely cancels out some of the health benefits of the unadulterated coconut water.

With about four skillfully-placed strokes, (coconut in one hand, the other wielding the machete, (scary until you got used to seeing it), the vendor would chop out an opening in the end of the coconut to open it up, stick a straw in it, and hand it to the customer. Delicious, cool, mineral-packed, sweet but not too sweet refreshment!

Later, when I lived in Brazil, many of the food stands on the beaches in Rio de Janeiro and elsewhere offfered this natural liquid delight. They would normally use a tool similar to the one here, but wider in diameter.

Then I started to see franchised kiosks in shopping centers, where the sale of fresh coconut water was semi-automated, the nut being perforated by a manually operated punch, and the water emptied out and stored for ready delivery to the customer in containers ranging from a six-ounce plastic cup to a liter container.

Nowadays, we see coconut water in stores here in the U.S., packaged in liter boxes, and probably filtered, pasteurized, and who knows what else, in order to be able to ship it 5000 miles and meet sanitary requirements for imported foods. You don't need a tool to get into those packages, but the taste of the water does not compare the real thing.

Long story short, (or already too long, perhaps), if you or a friend are lucky enough to have coconut palms in your yard, as I am, or you love coconut water and have the $$$ to buy coconuts in the grocery store, you need a tool like this one! I was throwing out coconuts because it was too difficult to get at their liquid treasure. No longer. This coconut knife makes it safer, faster, easier to get at the water, even if you are dealing with the husked nut from the grocery store.

The only thing I would suggest is that this tool should have a bigger diameter, about twice its current size. As it is, I have to make three holes in order to be able to pour the water of several coconuts into a container for a couple of day's supply. It's fine for sipping one coconut's water with a straw, but not for pouring.

It's also a minor challenge to get the piece of coconut husk, shell and meat out of the knife after each use. A larger tool would make that easier.

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Love this product! Ignore what others say about difficult to clean. Of course it's difficult! It's physics, people! You are compressing a substance into a restricted space. Get over it. If you want a self-cleaning coconut drill, have someone else do the work...

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This tool makes opening coconuts way easier than cutting them open... plus you don't lose any of the precious coconut water! It took a second to clean it, though, I wish the cap wasn't as flimsy because I used it to push the pulp out and it bent slightly. But it's still an amazing product!

Fortessa Grand City Cake Serving Set, Stainless Steel

Fortessa Grand City Cake Serving Set, Stainless SteelThis set is really good quality for the price, they are beautiful, very sleek and elegant. And they have a nice weight! they don't fell cheap, that's nice!!!

It will do the trick for my wedding I like the design because it's simple and classic. The set is obviously cheap (they were just slightly warped) but altogether they will do very nicely for the wedding and I will probably use them in the future as well!

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The quality of the product is awesome, just what I'd been hoping for and looking for. Only thing is I was surprised to see that it came in exactly the box seen in the photo, and nothing around, not even tape to keep the box shut during shipping. Kinda made me nervous that it went through all that and could have easily been opened and taken but the servingware looks great.

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Bought these to use at my wedding they are heavy and great not a cheap quality! I would recommend them to anyone!!!!

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I am very surprised how elegant this cake serving set looks and feels. It is an excellent value for the money.

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Williamsburg by Reed & Barton Gloucester Shell 4-Piece Hostess Set

Williamsburg by Reed & Barton Gloucester Shell 4-Piece Hostess SetI bought these to accompany 12 servings of flatware of the same pattern. These are a great addition to the flatware, or can be used all by them selves as serving pieces to any flatware set.

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Messermeister San Moritz Elite 9-Inch Kullenschliff Chefs Knife

Messermeister San Moritz Elite 9-Inch Kullenschliff Chefs KnifeAwesome knife in every way! however after trying both chef knives I would definitely buy this knife without the grantons

a 9inch san moritz elite chef knife is about as perfect as it gets and its cheaper too $$

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J.K. Adams 15-Inch-by-8-1/2-Inch Maple Wood Cutting Board, Tugboat-Shaped

J.K. Adams 15-Inch-by-8-1/2-Inch Maple Wood Cutting Board, Tugboat-ShapedThis is an apparently well-made cutting board in a classic style. The paint around the edge is a nice touch. This will be going into a beach house.

Some people have complained that it is "small" but the dimensions given in the title are accurate. Imagine roughly the size of yellow legal paper. In actuality, it is even bigger because some points like the wheelhouse and bow of the boat stick out.

Victorinox 6-Inch Offset Spatula/Turner, Black Polypropylene Handle

Victorinox 6-Inch Offset Spatula/Turner, Black Polypropylene HandleI had been cooking all my life, but had never heard of an 'offset spatula'! Just a simple kitchen tool which does exactly what it should. Flexible, light-weight, perfect for getting out servings of lasagna (for example) or turning tofu or other things in the frying pan. I should have had one years ago.

A total pleasure to use---no struggle flipping. Excellent quality. Great flex. Fits any pan. Wish I had one of these years ago!

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I use this spatula almost daily. It's great for turning and serving roasted vegetables, flipping black currant buckwheat pancakes, or scooping up a duck egg cracked onto a bed of kale. It is strong, yet thin and flexible enough with a comfortable handle. The front edge of the spatula is sharp enough to cleanly cut down into a baked salmon which is handy. This is a good kitchen tool that I recommend without reservation.

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i like it. for cook burgers, fry eggs, pancakes, everythings, light, and good size.. definitivamente la marca es muy buena y se aprecia la calidad

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I bought this item to use at work and I love it. Its held up well. I'm going to be buying more in the near future.

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Yoshihiro- Damascus "Kiritsuke" Yanagi Sushi Chef Knife Japanese Sword Type 11.7" 300mm - Made in J

Yoshihiro- Damascus 'Kiritsuke' Yanagi Sushi Chef Knife Japanese Sword Type 11.7' 300mm - Made in Japan5/5 Stars I seriously love this knife. But no knife will ever be perfect ;)

-The balance on this knife is extremely well done. Very comfortable to hold and use for extended periods of time. Though the handle seems a little larger than most others it feels nice once you get used to it.

-the blade comes fairly sharpened out of the box. very short work on the whet stones yields very pleasing results compared to my other white steel knife. *warning* The very tip of the knife is very thin and looks like it will break off quite easily. (by tip i mean the very point... about 1mm)

-Saya -A little disappointed in the saya, I wish it fits a little bit more snug; however, it gets the job done. I don't transport my knife around much so this isn't a big deal for me.

-Damascus layering is a little "in-your-face" at first but it gets less prominent as i have been sharpening and cleaning and I like it much better.

-Overall it is holding up to the use/abuse I put it through daily. I use this knife as my primary work knife so it sees 50 hours a week at a VERY high volume sushi bar/restaurant.

the knife is ok.service is perfect. so ,we satisfied our purchse.if the brand have some promotion,just let us know~ thank u~

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Knife, Serrated Bread & Bagel 8"

Knife, Serrated Bread & Bagel 8'This knife is amazing. I just got mine (gift) and it sliced through a thick loaf of oat bread, cutting in a very straight line with no effort. The knife seemed to slide effortlessly through the bread. The blade is slightly curved (like a samurai sword) and the cutting edge has an unusual serration. Maybe this is the secret.

I have to admit I am astounded at the one-star review. I don't know what kind of bread the other user was trying to cut, but I can't imagine that we are even talking about the same product. I cut all the bread I buy (I like thick slices and I also buy a lot of mini-baguettes and bagles) and have been looking for a long time for a knife. Even the expensive knives out there are failures (where did they get the idea that a bread knife should have a broad blade...which of course sticks and seized up in the bread!) and I have yet to find one half this good. This thing is great. I'm going to buy another one for a backup--I think it might work well on tomatoes, etc.

I am very disappointed this knife won't even cut through a fresh load of bread. I guess I got what I paid for.

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Wusthof Gourmet 6-Piece Steak-Knife Set

Wusthof Gourmet 6-Piece Steak-Knife SetI have had these for a few years. After the first year one of the tips broke off. A couple of years later another tip broke off, this time cutting an apple.

I don't have the warranty to know where to return these to, so I am stuck with them, but seriously I just want some better knives rather than paying to ship the bad ones somewhere and wait for a possible refund.

Even through I prefer Wustof to Henkels on the high end stuff, we have a cheap set of Henkels stamped steak knives that seem more sturdy and cut better than these.

These are not what you'd expect from Wusthof. The Wusthof symbol on the handle is a STICKER (!!!) which bleaches out after washing. Also, after 1 months use and washing, we're getting rust spots. While these knives are sharp, they are not holding up appearance wise. Very disappointed.

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I have a set of these steak knives and love them.

Unlike most inexpensive steak knives these knives are fine edge and not serrated. I like the cut of fine edge knives. They make clean cuts without shreading. These are stamped knives which are a lot less expensive than the forged Classic knives in my set but they look the same and for how much they are used they perform well at half the price of the forged knives. I have never had the rusting problem, but I hand wash all my knives. These are not stainless steel. I heard once that most of the time when knives rust it is because they are put in the dishwasher. The dishwasher leaves metal deposits on your flatware. When those deposits dry they turn to rust. Come to find out it is usually your dishwasher that is rusting when this happens. I never stick good knives in the dishwasher.

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These "fine" knives doesn't stay sharp as long my Chicago Cutlery steak knives and the handles crack at the rivets. The logo-labels peel off leaving the adhesive on the handle. If they had a different sticker on the handle, they would be one quarter the price. I have a full set of Wusthof knives and there is no comparison.

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These are quite flimsy and develop rust spots extremely easily. Not the quality one would expect from this company. We have several of Wusthof Classic's line (Chef's, paring, utility, etc) have found them to be sturdy, true, well-balanced in the hand and have held up very well over the past 3 years in our busy kitchen. We didn't expect these steak knives to be of the same quality, but they were suprisingly low quality for the brand and the cost.

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11.5" Aluminum Magna Bar

11.5' Aluminum Magna BarI purchased one of these at a local kitchen store. To mount it to the wall you must remove the endcaps and anchor one of them to the wall. You must then place an anchor on the other side and slide the endcaps together. This is not only difficult to do but makes it almost impossible to get a secure fit. This product is very poorly designed. I returned it for a refund.

First I have to take a moment to say why you want a magnetic knife holder and why you definitely don't want a block. In a word: hygiene.

Dirt, moisture, and other undesirable elements creep into those cozy crevices in your knife block. This makes your knives unsanitary and can even damage the blades by promoting rust or other corrosion. In addition, as another reviewer so aptly pointed out, running your blades into and out of the block slots will invariably wear out the edge.

With a magnetic strip, you can avoid all of the issues of the block while also showcasing the beautiful blades you love so much. A mag strip filled with glimmering steel is truly a sight to behold!

Now, let's talk about this strip specifically...

First and foremost, the magnet strength is perfect. The knives are firmly held to the strip with zero chance of falling or coming off by accident. On the other hand, removing the blade requires minimal effort on your part. You needn't be the least bit concerned about bending or breaking your blade as the strip will release it to you easily upon request.

A quick word about installation: it's tricky. As another reviewer mentioned, to install the strip you must remove the two black end caps, screw them to the wall and then slide the caps back into the strip while holding the strip to the wall. I agree wholeheartedly that the mounting method could have been designed a lot better, but I am not all that mechanically inclined and I managed to get a nice firm mounting in about 10-15 minutes of total installation time. (If you're mounting to drywall make absolutely sure you use anchors!)

In the six months or so I've had it installed I haven't once encountered any wiggling, wobbling, or loose fitthe thing holds to the wall extremely well.

If I had to buy again, I would probably look for something with easier installation but I am nonetheless happy with the one I own.

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I put this on the side of my cabinet above my sink and it looks great and is quite functional. It keeps my knives clean and sharp, and looks really sleek. I was unable to find anything else that looked good which was short enough for the side of an upper cabinet.

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I was using a utensil tray in a kitchen drawer. It's so much more convenient -and sanitary-to have the knives hanging at your fingertips on the wall. Also better for keeping the blades sharp.

The magnet in the bar is very strong. I wasn't 100% thrilled with the mounting system, and the bar does tend to wobble a little if I pull a knife off too quickly. I think if you are able to install it into the side of a wooden cabinet (my original plan, but ended up not having quite enough room) you won't have any problem with wiggling.

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Such a better way to store knives! Also fits other miscellaneous metal items. Make sure to wash/dry good knives before hanging them up.

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LamsonSharp 4-Inch Wide Forged Chef's Knife

LamsonSharp 4-Inch Wide Forged Chef's KnifeThis little knife is the best thing in my kitchen!!!! And I bought one for a friend who also loved it. It's sharp, easy to handle, perfectly designed!

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Victorinox 7-Piece Knife Set with Block, Rosewood Handles

Victorinox 7-Piece Knife Set with Block, Rosewood HandlesThe knives are very nice. But you need to be careful! they are very very sharp. Im sure you will be happy with them

Best knives hands down. If you want quality with out breaking the bank this set of knives is the one.

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Awesome set, made with a high quality steel that is a little softer but can regain an edge very easily as opposed to some high-carbon steel of low quality that may be able to cut a hammer when it is new but once its dull needs to be disposed of. Would I trade them for a nice set of wustoffs, yes but I would also have to spend a couple more c notes to do it

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I got these knives as a trial based on good Amazon reviews. I wasn't sure if they would hold an edge, since they are stamped knives, but figured I'd try them for a while to see how the edge held up. However, I was shocked when after only 2 weeks of use cutting veggies and fruits I found several burrs and nicks on the knives! I only use a quality wood cutting board like this: Proteak Teak Cutting Board Rectangle 16-by-12-by-2-Inch End Grainto cut with my knives, so these knives couldn't hold up to gentle daily use. That is NOT quality and certainly not worth the money they are asking for this product. That is more what I would expect from a cheap no name brand from a local variety store! I've returned them for a FULL refund! I would not recommend these knives at all. If you want a good knife set go for the Wustof or Henckles brands. But make sure you get the good ones, not the cheaper marketed ones. Henckel does sell knives made in china, I personally would not recommend them. I've used Henckel knives before and still have a small set I've had for 25 years and they are still good. The forged steel is what you want not the stamped low quality knives or made in china knives.

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Wusthof Classic Hollow Edge Chef's Knife

8' Cooks Knife, Hollow EdgeI bought a set of 3 Wusthof knives for my father for Christmas. My boyfriend started complaining about the lack of a good knife in our house, and my dad seemed really happy with the Wusthofs, so I thought this would be a good choice for his birthday.

I have 3 ceramic knives that I love, but they're more fragile then I expected, so he won't use them. This Wusthof knife is just awesome. Heavy duty, nicely weighted and feels great in the hand. Perfect balance. It's a universal kind of knife that will feel comfortable for just about anyone. I'm used to putting some pressure into cutting things, especially sweet potatoes, carrots, etc. With this, it just slices right through it, with no effort. A gorgeous cutting experience.

The only warning I'll give, this knife is SHARP. Be extremely careful, because I have no doubt it will chop thru your finger just as easily as it will slide thru a tomato! Otherwise, take care of it, and it will last a lifetime.

I bought this knife for my husband for christmas.

He is a chef, and really appreciates quality knives.

It was a great buy and the delivery was prompt.

Good service overall.

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I would give this knife 5 stars. I love it.

The supplier I bought it from, though, is just okay. Maybe 3 stars. The price was great, so that's good. But shipping was very slow, especially considering I paid extra for expedited shipping. And when I contacted them with concerns about shipping time, I never received a reply. Everything worked out fine in the end, and I love the new knife, but I might be leery about ordering from them again, especially on bigger items.

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I bought this for my husband for Christmas and he absolutely loves it. He used it last night and said it cut through our chateaubriand like butter. He was also impressed that the metal come through to the end of the handle because in his eyes that makes a better knife. He also likes the one edge because when cutting veggies etc nothing sticks to the side...just falls to the side. So glad I made this purchase!

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Very nice product at a good price. Delivered quickly as promised. The knife was perfect with great balance. All that was claimed was true.

Knife Sharpner

Knife SharpnerHave been using the Ecko knife sharpener for years. Wanted to get the same thing for my kids and a few friends. Checked literally every kitchen aid store, big box store kitchen department for this item and it just couldn't be found. I believe in this product, it works, and its economical. They don't make them like this anymore but want you to buy more expensive, less capable products. Highly recommend for anyone who is looking for a low priced, effective, knife sharpener.

I've had one of these ekco knife sharpeners for years and they work fantastic. I've been searching and searching for a new one and was so excited to find it on amazon.

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I've had one of these for years and needed one in Florida. Love it, they last for ever and ever.

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I have had this kind of sharpener before, and it was wonderful, I lost the last one that I had in a move. I ordered this from Amazon, and tried to sharpen a dull knife, it did nothing. It did not sharpen the knife. No matter hard I tried, it would NOT sharpen the knife. if anything the knife is duller than it was before I started. Please avoid this product, I would send it back, but It isn't worth the effort.

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WMF Manaos / Bistro Cake Knife

WMF Manaos / Bistro Cake KnifeI purchased this knife based on Amazon reviews many thanks to all who took time to leave a product review! I am very pleased: the knife is long to cut big cakes and large pizza, it's sharp yet the blade is wide enough; the knife is shiny, looks nice, and it has a good quality. After almost a year of using it still looks like new. I love it.

This cake knife is more than a glorified butter knife, with a slight, honed edge along half its blade length. At 11.5" long and 1.25" wide, this is both an elegant and useful tool. Not just for cakes, for fun I easily sliced through a pizza, and frankly, it is better than any butter or sandwich spreader I have ever used. I love it; thanks again WMF!

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Really like this cake knife that's styled to compliment any flatware set. With its pretty, clean lines, its not only good for cakes, but works well for pies too.

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I bought this WMF Bistro cake knife in Germany in 1992 and it stills looks brand new. Cutting side blade is still sharp. Dishwasher safe, and blends in with any flatware. Better yet, it slices through tougher baked goods like pies and tarts, as well as softer cakes. Other reviewers here have used it for pizza. I was pleased to find this knife for sale on Amazon, and bought five to give as gifts this December. All of the recipients were delighted with the knife.

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I received this cake knife today and was a little surprised at how big it is in person, but other than that, it's exactly what I was expecting. The knife is a gift for my sister for her wedding, and it's lovely and simple, just her style, and feels good in the hand. It was nice to be able to purchase it separately from the server since she has one of those already. Without any hearts or specifically "wedding" designs on the handle, she and her future hubby will be able to use it for entertaining for years to come!

Paring Pro Surgical Stainless Steel Paring Knife

Paring Pro Surgical Stainless Steel Paring KnifeAs an engineer with a masters in mechanical engineering, I am very skeptical about any wild claims about materials and their strength and surface toughness(to a normal person this is called "durability"). I was shown this knife by a rep at a presentation at walmart, making claims that these "forever knifes" do not dull even when cutting steel. Lets just turn this into a list of impossible claims that I noticed with my Pro-Paring knife:

1) An obvious rule of thumb, two materials made of the same material will when rubbed together, will result in degradation of both though at different rates. THEREFORE, STEEL DULLS STEEL and the claim made by the rep and the television where an aluminum can was cut are both false, as aluminum has similar surface toughness to steel

2) If there is even any "surgical stainless steel" in this blade, it is very minimal. Surgical steel will not bend but only 1mm when a force is placed on the end due to heat treatment, it will break. This is not the case with the Pro-Paring knife, I can easily bend it to 1cm with minimal force.

3) I have experience in machining, when machining is done right you cannot notice the individual machine lines on the blade, You can only tell that it is machined from the partially dull appearance of cutting portion of the blade. With this blade, I can literally count the machine lines on it, indicating a low precision and accuracy. Since blades cut by providing a moderate force over a minuscule area, this blade's cutting ability is limited due to its inaccuracy and varying areas of the cross section of the blade.

4) Claim to be dishwasher safe, I just have to laugh at this one. There is clearly just enough elemental chromium in this metal to consider this "stainless", but by no means is it stainless at the high temperatures from within the dishwasher.

LASTLY AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, DO NOT BELIEVE THE COMMENT THAT SAYS IT IS SO GREAT THEY BOUGHT SOME FOR FRIENDS. No one in their right minds would purposely give this product to their friends unless they weren't their friends. I hate that companies do this so I wrote this entire essay to stop consumer spending on TV products that are complete engineering failures, while claiming to be an engineering innovation.

It was an OK little knife. It wasnt very sharp. The quality was lacking a bit. But it was OK!!! I peeled potatoes with it. I like the size and handle. I will use it but there are better knives out there. But for the price you can get by with it.

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Hi. got 5 Paring Knife two for my house and rest for friends every body loves this for garlic and smalls vegetables

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