Mundial 5100 Series 3.5" Paring Knife, Red
Thomas O'Brien by Reed & Barton Austin Bee Stainless Steel Spreaders, Set of 4
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Dexter Russell Basics 6" Flexible Curved Boning Knife
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Ginkgo President 5-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Place Setting, Service for 1
They are nice though. They have a very smooth finish that sheds water very well (nice when washing), and they are holding up well so far (not quite a year). They are not heavy duty strength or anything, but they are not cheap. Just don't use them in inappropriate ways.
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I ordered this set, thinking it was a serving for 5. I should have read more carefully, as it only came with two forks, one knife, two spoons. I like the quality, burt I returned it because I didn't feel as though it was worth 20 bucks for ONE SERVING. Just don't want others to order thinking it was a full serving set for 5!CIA Masters Collection 3-1/2-Inch Sheeps Foot Paring Knife
Fk White Series Chef'S Knife 13051603
Now, I will say this knife has one thing I don't care for. While the handle is extremely comfortable and feels oh-so-natural( it actually helps cutting in a mechanical sense by design),if the handle is greasy or oily (when cutting steaks from large cuts or dealing with certain fish it can get oily from handeling) it becomes slippery. Not good for a knife as razor sharp as this. Just keep it clean, protect it from abuse and you will have a knife like no other for alooooong time. In a home I suspect it will not be subject to the rigors I put it through, therefore this knife is a great value for the home chef. I would put this knife up against Shun or Henckles or Wusthof any day. I'm not a professional chef.........I just have a bad case of "chef envy". Recently got this knife based on the chef's recommendation LOVE it. Extremely sharp, as are all the Kyocera knives. Very well balanced and comfortable to use. I have a full set of top of the line Henckels love them too but I find myself reaching for the Kyoceras for most jobs because of their sharpness. This knife allows you to slice through large onions and get really thin slices with ease. Goes through meats like butter. This 7" knife is a new addition to the Kyocera line, and I'm glad they added it. The Revolution blade is a little heftier and the black blade is very cool looking.
Don't be fooled by cheaper imitations if you're going ceramic, go Kyocera. I was given a less expensive starter set from Linens N Things. They weren't Kyocera and they were a disappointment and waste of money.
In my opinion, this knife, a paring knife, and 5" slicing knife are must haves for serious cooks. Expensive but worth every penny. In the case of Kyocera, you get what you pay for top quality.
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I prep for a large restaurant 6 days a week and use this knife for nearly everything. It has stayed sharp for well over a year of hard work. Considering the store pays a company almost 2 bucks a week to sharpen each steel knife, the knife has "DOUBLE"payed for itself already and I have yet to send it off to get sharpened. Yes, some people complain you cant use it like a steel knife with prying open things or that its fragile. Really people.... its a knife! you should be careful not to drop it, and using ANY knife to pry things open will cause damage to any knife. all in all a great knife, kinda cheap handle, that has a potential to lose grip when wet or oily.
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I'm kind of reluctant to write this review. Particularly since a professional chef seems to favor this knife in a previous review but I have a particular issue with this knife that I feel I have to point out for others. I like the quality of the knife. It feels very nice in the hand, very well balanced though obviously feels a bit fragile since it's made out of ceramic. I have no issues with the quality or the fragility of the knife.The issue I have is that the sharpness of the blade is not all that impressive to me. My favorite steel for blades is VG-10, which I think is the best all around steel since it is very easy to sharpen and also holds an edge for a decent amount of time. I have a few knives made out of VG-10. I tested this knife out after using a VG-10 kitchen knife for a long period of time time and I have to say that for the cost, the sharpness just isn't all that impressive to me with this ceramic blade. I sharpen my own knives from home and while I'm not an expert by any means, I've been able to achieve the same sharpness just using some Arkansas sharpening stones. This is as sharp as the knife gets obviously so as it dulls down it will be even less impressive to me.
My test consisted of cutting celery and basically the knife made fairly clean cuts but they weren't smooth. I'm not getting hair splitting sharpness or a razors edge cut. I expected the knife to be much sharper than this so I can't say it was worth the price to me.
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Kyocera ceramic knives are a work of genius but very different from steel. They are unbelievably sharp and hold their edge for many months of daily use. You should know however that there are two significant drawbacks. When the knives finally become dull, you cannot sharpen them yourself but must send them to factory service in Los Angeles. The Kyocera people return them quickly, and in fact will sometimes replace broken items with brand new ones free of charge without being asked, but of course it is still inconvenient. Second, the ceramic is brittle and fragile so the edge chips easily. If you try to pry with it, it will break right off.Overall it is more practical for everyday to use quality steel knives you can sharpen easily yourself. I do recommend having one or two ceramic knives in your collection for items like tomatoes.
Oneida Flatware - Hwse Flight Dinner Knives, Set of 4
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Messermeister Asian Precision 10-1/2-Inch Sushi or Takohiki Knife
The knife is well balanced and feels good in the hand.
The blade is perfectly straight and even has the slight concave on the back side.
This knife is perfect for a chef experienced in sharpening knives! If not, go buy a global or a shun.
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Messermeister Pro-Touch Red Tomato Shark
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So far, I have used it for larger strawberries and small tomatoes and like it just fine. II haven't had it too long, so I can't comment on durability, but it has survived the dishwasher with no problem. Plan to use it for removing eyes from potatoes when necessary and other appropriate jobs as they come up.Shipping was timely
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I mainly use this tool to remove leaves and core on my strawberries.Works great on tomatoes as well. Great ToolThis is the best thing for strawberry season. Great for other fruit/veg too. Saves time and berry. A must have.
Stone River 2-Piece Santoku/Parer with White Ceramic Blade and Red Handles
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Victorinox Cutlery UltraShield Cut Resistant Glove, Medium
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At last! I can now use my mandoline(s) for a multitude of kitchen chores without fear of a trip to the emergency room! Naturally, I haven't tried to see how well the glove stops the blade, but after several apple pies and shoestring potatoes, I remain undamaged! The size medium glove just fits--I normally wear a womens' Large. Great product.Read Best Reviews of Victorinox Cutlery UltraShield Cut Resistant Glove, Medium Here
Just purchased this to use with a mandoline slicer. I was able to confidently slice vegetables that are too skinny to use the hand guard that came with the mandoline, such as carrots, summer squash and greenhouse cucumbers. I still exercise caution since the glove states cut resistant, not cut proof.Want Victorinox Cutlery UltraShield Cut Resistant Glove, Medium Discount?
I am a professional Chef, you would think I wouldn't cut myself, but it happens. This glove is great. It gives dexterity to my fingers and the resistance to cuts is exceptional. It's a bit pricy but well worth it. I bought several through the years and wont buy another brand.Wenger Swibo Boning Knife, Rigid Blade
Giesser 6" Granton Curved Boning Knife, Primeline
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The knife is the highest quality. Construction is impeccable. I love two things in particular. First the handle has an amazing rubberized feel that gives good grip that should be helpful when things get wet and messy.
I also like the offset blade angle that will let me get the blade in to work without needing to have my hands parallel and in the meat.
I will hopefully use it for a large processing job next week and I will do a follow up to this review about how it worked.The picture could be updated. The knife I received had semi-circular scallops ground into the edge. I understand the use of them but I really didn't want them on the knife. It leaves more surfaces to clean and for fat and such to get caught on.
Joseph Joseph Worktop Saver
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I have purchased a number of Joseph Joseph Worktop savers. They first came to my attention in the MOMA catalog. I loved the strong vibrant designs but not the designer price. I began searching the internet for alternate (translate cheaper) sources & other designs. I have purchased the Orange slice, Kiwi, Hot Lips, Marilyn & Elvis to name a few & have given many as gifts. They are tough, functional & very eyecatching. I have never had any problems with any of the other designs. The Watermelon however did not live up to its promise of being dishwasher safe. My mother had admired my Orange slice & Kiwi savers but because her kitchen is accessorized in red I chose the Watermelon as the best color for her. The first time she ran it through the dishwasher she noticed a blurring around the edges that she attributed to dampness. The second time the design was really & truly damaged. Apparently moisture seeping or forced between the design & the tempered glass left puddles & ripples & strange white watermarks across the face. Since I purchased it as a gift there was a significant lag between purchase time & the gifting occasion & then by the time the two trips through the dishwasher were accomplished months had elapsed. That's a little too long to return for a refund and since Joseph Joseph is in Britain I guess I am stuck with an expensive Watermelon Rind.If you really love the design go for it. But handwash only!Great as a worktop saver for putting hot things on (I use this round one for my crockpot) but don't soak it in the sink to clean it, or the backing (which isn't painted on -it's a sheet of plastic) will separate from the glass and peel off. Don't cut on it, because it will dull your knives. Don't drop it, or it will break.Purchased as a gift, this is the one of the coolest worktop savers I've ever seen. The colors are great, it just looks "happy"! Of course, it's works because it's round, which is not typical for a glass worktop saver. I've put this on my wish list.
Rada Cutlery Serrated Steak Knife, Made in USA (Pack of 6)
This is the second set I have owned. I owned the first set for over 20 years and I am still using it.
The handles do change color over time. But in my opinion they look just fine with a slightly darker handle.
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These Rada steak knives are made in the US. They didn't come ridiculously sharp by my standards, but they cut well and they're inexpensive. The handles are a little small, but overall these are pretty decent steak knives. The blades are thin and fairly sharp so they cut rather than tear at the meat. I'd recommend them to friends who don't have huge hands.Read Best Reviews of Rada Cutlery Serrated Steak Knife, Made in USA (Pack of 6) Here
Good product. Would recommend to other people. Price was good and they work just fine for steak knives. Seem to clean up well also.Want Rada Cutlery Serrated Steak Knife, Made in USA (Pack of 6) Discount?
These knives are supper sharp. You need to watch your fingers. These knives will also scratch your dishes! I notice mine are suddenly scratched. Also, I probably would pick the black handled knives if I had to do over, so I could put them in the dishwasher. That was a mistake on my part of not thinking it through.All in all, they are the best knives around and the best priced by far. AND THEY ARE MADE IN THE USA!!!
Rada Cutlery Quick Edge Knife Sharpener with Hardened Steel Wheels (Pack of 2 - R119/2)
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This knife sharpener is unsurpassed! I needed a good sharpener for my fillet knife and this is the best I've ever used. I fish for salmon and there's nothing worse than a dull fillet knife when it comes time to clean the salmon. This is the perfect gift for your fishing friends.I own several expensive kitchen knives and have always used my professional electric sharpener.This little sharpener is far more effective than any Other method I have ever tried. It always gets my knives even sharper than with my expensive electric sharpener. Something so small and so inexpensive is truly amazing. Highly recommended!!!I bought 4 of these one for each of my daughters and one for myself, I love the Rada stainless steel knives and this works wonderfully to keep them sharp as if they were new. Excellent product.
CADDIE VEGETABLE KNIFE 6" BLADE
My old Caddie knife Is still in excellent shape after almost 30 years of everyday use. The handle has a few scratches, but is attached as solidly as when It was new. I use a honing rod to keep the blade sharp. I will confess I have used my Caddie occasionally as a pancake turner and have even used the blunt end of the blade to scrape the bottom of a crusty pan. Like I said, it's a versatile tool!
I wash the Caddie by hand most of the time and rarely put it in the dish washer.
One drawback of the Caddie is that it does not have a sharp point.
Couzon Consul Stainless Steel 5 Piece Place Setting
If I had nothing to compare them to, these would be fine and a much better quality than some sets out there.Terribly expensive, and the soup spoon is gigantic! I have ordered round silver gumbo spoons because these are so awkward. I agree that since the product has been made in China that everything has gone down except the price. It's last and major drawback is that it scratches very easily. If you store your stainless in a caddy in a drawer it will look terrible in no time. I have thought about going back to my very heavy Wallace Wickham made in the 1980's. It still looks better after two decades of use.

