Calphalon Contemporary 7"Double Chopper Review

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(More customer reviews)2 blades, in theory, allows you to rock-chop twice as fast, but it did not quite work out that way. The value of this knife is primarily one of novelty: you can amaze and impress your friends.
This thing is too clumsy to be very efficient. It was kinda hard to use very quickly on herbs or leaves or vegetables, so it did not go noticeably faster, because I kept having to slow down. It felt really strange. Perhaps, with some practice, I may get used to the feel of this knife, and it could become a wonderful tool. However, I think I am going to consign it to the junk drawer. Also, that is another problem: it is a very good, very sharp chef's knife (high-carbon, stainless-steel from germany, so the blade is like the brands with 4 stars or the one with a trident), and storage is a problem; where do you put a thing like this? I will have to use 2 edge guards, one on each blade.

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The Calphalon Double Chopper gives you the speed and chopping efficiency of two knives in one. Professional chefs, who have spent years perfecting their knife skills, will often grasp two knives in one hand when mincing or chopping large quantities of an ingredient. This unique Double Chopper gives you the same ability without the years of training necessary to perfect the technique. Safe and simple to use, It's the ideal knife for mincing herbs and greens for a large salad, chopping pecans for a pie or shredding cabbage for sauerkraut. Ergonomic grip handle uniquely contoured for one size fits all comfort One-piece forged blade and bolster for long-lasting durability High carbon, no-stain German steel blade resists rust, stains and discoloration Dual-blade design acts like two 7-inch chef's knives working in tandemManufacturer: CalphalonManufacturer Style: ContemporaryModel: KN4107CConstruction: ForgedBlade Material: High-Carbon Stainless SteelHandle Material: Fiberglass re-inforced poly-resinLength: 7 inchesCleaning / Care: HandwashWarranty: Lifetime

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J.A. Henckels Twin Gourmet 18-Piece Block Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned the 18-Piece Henckels Gourmet Knife Set for about 1 year now.I purchased these with some wedding gift certificates that we got when I got married last year.This was an upgrade from a decent Faberware set that I had been using for the 4 years prior.Anyway, this set comes with 18 pieces:

8-inch chef's knife
8-inch carving knife
8-inch bread knife
6-inch chef's knife
6-inch boning/utility knife
5-inch serrated utility knife
3-inch paring knife
eight (8) 4 1/4-inch steak knives
9-inch sharpening steel
8-inch kitchen shears
hardwood storage block

Let me clear up the confusion for the people that don't know...there are actually two Henckels brands."Henckels International" is the more economical brand, not to be confused with the "Zwilling JA Henckels" brand which is the premium brand.Same manufacturer, different grades of metal, location of construction and quality.You can tell the difference by the look of the logo...the cheaper "International" brand has the one tribal man on the logo, whereas the "Zwilling" brand has twin tribal men on the logo.

The "Gourmet" line is the least expensive of the higher premium sets from the Zwilling JA Henckels brand.It is not forged steel.The blade is stamped.However, the quality is much better than the Henckels International brand of stamped knives.The blade stays sharp for longer periods of use.However, it is probably comparable to the top of the line Henckels International Classic FORGED set.That being said, the price point is about the same for the same number of knives, so it makes sense.The highest end Henckels forged set is the "Professional S" or "Pro S" which costs $200 more than the "Gourmet" for an 18-piece set.Keep in mind that the 8 steak knives from the Pro S line are the same ones that come with the Gourmet line, so you know they are a great quality set.

As a relatively affordable premium set of knives, I have used these knives almost every day since their arrival.I've had to sharpen on occassion, but that's normal.All non-serated knives, you will need to sharpen and hone fairly frequently. (Or at least more frequently than a lot more expensive forged sets.) I do it once every few months with the knives that I use frequently and about once a year for the ones that only get used on occasion. But I also do a lot of cutting with them, so the frequency will depend on how often you use them for cutting tough foods. I cook a lot of meats, including cutting up my own chicken, so that dulls the knives rather quickly. If all you cut are veggies, then your knives won't dull as quickly.That being said, my knives still look and feel as if they are brand new.They are great!!!

They are dishwasher safe, but I don't recommend it because the dishwasher will dull all knives. However, occasionally I toss them in the dishwasher if I have a million things to wash after a dinner party and haven't had any problems.

P.S. I wanted a Santoku knife to add to this collection because I cut a lot of fish for sashimi and sushi.After a lot of examination, I decided to NOT get the Gourmet santoku because it did not have a hollow edge and I wanted a forged knife.I ended up splurging and purchased a Wusthof Classic Hollow Edge Santoku to complete this set.Yes, I know I'm supposed to buy the same Henckels brand for loyalty reasons, but as far as Santoku knives were concerned, I liked the feel and style of the Wustof better.It was a debate between the Henckels Pro S Hollow Edge or the Wusthof Classic Hollow Edge because they were in the same price range and the Wusthof knife won by a hair.

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Gourmet Knife Block Set

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Chicago Cutlery 15-Piece Wood Block Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Thanks for your invation to rate this item.I'm reallly glad to see I did in fact order a 15 piece block set since you sent me a 19 piece block set.I really tho't I had accidently ordered it.

So, no I'm not crazy about it but since I didn't save the packaging I didn't have any way to return it.I'll trade you if you make an offer.All in all as I said its okay but too darn big and yes I am dissapointed.

Thanks anyway.Nancy Fowler

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13 Piece Stainless Steel Cutlery Set By the Main Ingredients Review

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(More customer reviews)I thought I'm buying Cuisinart knifes, but got this ones by mistake. This ones are even better. I'm glad that I did that mistake. :-)))

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13-piece stainless steel cutlery set from Cuisinart Contents of set: 8" chef knife 8" slicer knife 7" santuko knife 5.5" serrated utility knife 3.5" paring knife Six 4.5" steak knives Sharpening steel Natural wood block

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J.A. Henckels Twin Cuisine 2-Piece Asian Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Don't get me wrong, I LOVE Henckles.I think they are the best knives on the planet.However I feel like I got ripped of with this set in particular.

The picture shows what I believed was a kudamono parer.So I was very suprised when it arrived to find a typical 4 inch parer which was exactly the same as the one I received in another set I bought. But when you read the description, it IS listed as a 4 inch parer, which is what I got.I suppose I should have paid closer attention to the details, but the picture showed what I wanted and I thought the description was just describing what was pictured.

I just wanted to write this review so no one makes the same mistake I made.The knives themselves are the best I've ever had.

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Twin Cuisine is the latest addition to the J.A. Henckels family of fine cutlery.The knives in this set are one-piece precision forged, with excellent cutting-edge retention, corrosion resistance, and an exclusive ergonomic handle design.The 5-inch hollow-edge santoku in this set is an Asian-style chef's knife with a razor-sharp edge perfect for slicing meat and fish and chopping vegetables.The hollow edge allows air between the blade and the item that you are slicing, which keeps slices from sticking to the blade.The set also includes a 4-inch parer that is perfect for paring, peeling, and slicing small fruits and vegetable.

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Cook at Home Cutlery Set, 15 Piece Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought these knives back in October and they started rusting almost immediately. If you allow them to soak before washing or let them air dry, they will most definitely rust. You must wash and dry these knives immediately after using to minimize rust.
Although I'm disappointed that my knives are already rusting, I'm not too upset or surprised since I didn't spend a lot for them. If you're looking for a cheap knife set they're not bad, but if you expect to have nice knives for years, this is not what you're looking for.
For the price, they're really not bad, but unless you're broke, spend a little more and get something that will last.

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J.A. Henckels International 10-piece Forged Knife Set Review

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(More customer reviews)These knives have a number of features that set them above the cheap knives that most people accumulate in their early years of independence. They are made of good steel, so they hold an edge well. They cover the gamut of needs, from bread slicing to meat carving to full on chopping. They have a large bolster, which helps the balance and heft of the knives. For the price, they are a very good purchase for anyone who is furnishing their first solo kitchen. The only thing about the set I really don't like is that the chef's knife isn't quite tall enough for good chopping. When looking for chef's knives, one should check so see if they can perform the orbital chopping movement without their knuckles coming close to the cutting board. The 8" chef in this set will barely pass this test for a medium-sized handed person.

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This J. A. Henckels International set has a knife for each of your kitchen cutting needs. Crafted with Henckels' quality materials and workmanship, this set will withstand years of use. These knives are designed with professional balance, comfortable handles and superior cutting performance, which make chopping and slicing quick and easy. * 10-piece set includes: o 3" vegetable knife: Perfect for chopping and dicing small foods o 4" paring/utility knife: Perfect for peeling, slicing and dicing small fruits and vegetables o 5" utility/serrated knife: Scalloped-edged knife designed for slicing, chopping and dicing foods with tough skins and soft interiors o 7" hollow edge santoku knife: Great for mincing, dicing and slicing vegetables, meat and fish o 8" carving knife: Perfect choice for carving meat and poultry as well as slicing cheeses o 8" chef's knife: For chopping, slicing and dicing o 8" bread knife: Serrated blade designed to smoothly cut through a loaf of bread o 9" sharpening steel: Essential for keeping knives in prime condition by maintaining a sharp blade and realigning edges o Expanded slot birch block: Organization system includes extra knife slots to accommodate expanding set in the future o Stainless steel kitchen shears * Hot-drop forged for high durability, strength and weight * Made of high-carbon, no-stain steel * Full bolster provides weight and ensures safety * Hand-honed precision cutting edge * Fully visible tang for proper balance * Handles tightly bonded to the tang * Three tubular, compression rivets in handles for added strength and durability * Polyoxymethilen (pom) plastic handles can withstand up to 100ºC, and are hygienic, break-proof and dishwasher safe (hand wash recommended) * Made in Spain * Warranty: All materials fully guaranteed against defects in material and/or craftsmanship

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