Customer reviews for Wusthof Gourmet Knife Block, 10 piece

Wusthof Gourmet Knife Block, 10 piece : 10-Piece Set Includes: 2 1/4" bird's beak paring knife 3" spear point paring 4" utility knife 4 1/2" serrated utility knife 4 1/2" utility knife 8" chef's knife 8" bread knife 9" sharpening steel Come-apart kitchen shears 9-slot hardwood block The cutlery reached for most in the kitchen is in one knife block set. Wusthof Gourmet line features precision-stamped, blade of high-carbon stainless-steel that sharpens easily and holds its edge. This set includes the paring knives to peel, cut and create garnishes with the skill of a seasoned chef. Utility knives serve a wide range of culinary purposes. The serrated 4 1/2" utility is ideal to slice hard processed meats such as salami, spreading sandwich fillings and trimming crusts, or for cutting the rind from cantaloupes and honeydew melons. The 4 1/2" straight-edge utility is perfect for slicing onions or portabella mushrooms, and lengthwise slices of zucchini and yellow squash for grilling. The workhorse of the kitchen, the 8" chef knife and essential 8" bread knife round out the set. The come-apart kitchen shears feature bevel- and serrated-edge blades of high-carbon stainless-steel to cut chicken, snip herbs, cut stalky vegetables or size parchment paper to fit pans. Using the adjustable gripper teeth below the handles, this tool also opens jar lids and bottle caps. Handles on these shears pull apart to clean and sharpen blades. The 9" sharpening steel equips the chef with the necessary tool to keep cutlery in superior condition. 9-slot hardwood block. Lifetime manufacturer warranty on cutlery. Since 1814, knives bearing the Wusthof name and the Trident logo have been crafted in the world's "Cutlery Capital" of Solingen, Germany. Today, in a state-of-the-art facility, the tradition of quality endures, as old-world craftsmanship meets 21st century production methods. Product Features Wusthof gourmet knife block set includes the cutlery and tools used most in the kitchen Precision-stamped blades of high-carbon stainless-steel ensure long-lasting sharpness Stainless-steel blades resist rust and stains Ergonomic knife handles provide smooth, comfortable grip ABS polymer handles are resistant to high heat and high impact Handles are triple-riveted to the full tang for optimal balance, strength and maneuverability Knives crafted by Wusthof, German manufacturer of fine cutlery since 1814 9-slot hardwood block