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(More customer reviews)Okay, they're not exactly pretty.The handles are a matte black, and have nothing that suggests "whimsy" or "charm".What they do have is a great ergonomic shape that provides a firm, sure girp in the hand.They also have great cutting edges, made from Soligen steel (as a woodcarver, I can attest that this steel is among the world's finest).There are no exposed tangs, no exposed rivets. That makes washing these knives a real easy job, and assures that the handles will never warp, crack, or gather bacteria in little indentations.
This set is a very good deal, but I would order it along with a fillet knife (the missing link here).You might also consider a bread knife, but my view is that since bread is the least punishing thing to cut with a knife, a cheap knife will do just as well. Also, the serrated kife that comes with the set works just great for cutting rolls and smaller loaves.
Now back to the steel... it keeps a very nice edge with a few licks along the butcher steel.However, don't expect that the butcher steel alone will keep the edges sharp forever.At some point, after much use, the edge will develop what we carvers call "rollover."You then need to redefine the sharp edge with a ceramic sharpener. So do consider getting one of those along with your set.
Yep, these knives don't call for attention, but they do the job very, very nicely.As for the dishwashing issue:yes, theoretically you can place them in your dishwasher.But think: the edges are going to take a beating if they rattle around in there, so you would have to make sure that the knives were very securely immobilized in the rack.That's why Henckel's recommends hand washing.They wash beautifully, and faster by hand than the time it would take to fool around with securing them in your dishwasher.
This is a great set, at a great price.I've had mine for several months now, and suspect that it will be a long, long time before I am due for another set.
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J.A. Henckels Twin Five Star High-Carbon Stainless-Steel 7-Piece Knife Set with BlockProduct Description: The 5 Star line is characterized not only by forged high carbon blades, but also by the ergonomically correct handles which allow you to chop your way through enough onions to make French onion soup for a crowd without developing hand fatigue. By purchasing a set you will be able to equip your kitchen with the basics while taking advantage of set pricing.
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