Customer reviews for Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu Chef's Knife & Paring Knife Starter Set

Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu Chef's Knife & Paring Knife Starter Set : The Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu kitchen knives are impeccably crafted with a razor-sharp edge, delivering unequalled performance. The first cutlery to bear the name of the world's most renowned culinary academies, Le Cordon Bleu, these knives have been specifically designed by engineers at Wusthof and head chefs at Le Cordon Bleu. This chef's knife and paring knife set includes the essential cutlery tools for prep: Wusthof 8" chef's knife and Wusthof 3 1/2" paring knife. With a thinner spine, lighter weight and precision bolster, these kitchen knives are perfectly balanced for effortless cutting. Exclusive Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) makes the chef's knife and parer 20% sharper, with twice the edge retention. This Wusthof chef's knife and paring knife set has the versatility to prepare appetizers, entrees and desserts. The workhorse staple of the kitchen, the chef's knife, efficiently slices, chops, cubes, minces and juliennes vegetables or fruit, slices meats and cheeses. Trim, peel and garnish fruits and vegetables with the finesse of a gourmet chef using the paring knife. Specially-designed bolster allows cutting and sharpening the entire edge of the blade. Mirror polish on these Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu kitchen knives greatly reduces drag, resulting in unbelievable sharpness, without resistance. Honed to a 14-degree angle compared to a conventional 20 degrees, the precision-forged, high-carbon stainless-steel is German-crafted to exacting specifications. Seamless handle triple-riveted to the full tang, ensures a comfortable, nonslip grip. Hand wash. Lifetime manufacturer warranty. The Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu collection is the official cutlery used at Le Cordon Bleu academies. 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, that tradition of quality is ensured as old-world craftsmanship meets 21st century advanced technological production methods. Product Features Designed to exacting standards by the engineers at Wusthof and head chefs at renowned Le Cordon Bleu Academies The first cutlery to bear the name of prestigious Le Cordon Bleu, these knives are perfectly balanced for effortless, precision cutting Lighter weight, thinner spine and twice the edge retention 20% sharper with exclusive Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) Chef's knife is the kitchen staple to slice, chop, cube, mince and julienne Paring knife quickly peels, minces, dices, deveins shrimp and prepares garnishes Mirror-polish greatly reduces drag, resulting in ultimate cutting performance without resistance Honed to 14 degree angle for extra sharpness Le Cordon Bleu signature bolster exposes the full blade edge for optimum performance and maximum tip-to-heel sharpening Full tang ensures superior strength, heft and cutting control Rust-free and stain-resistant Ergonomic seamless handles provide comfortable, nonslip grip Triple riveted for superior strength and inner ring anodes resistant to rust for longevity Tested and certified by NSF International Handcrafted in Germany since 1814, Wusthof cutlery is prized by the world's top chefs