Wusthof Classic 26-Piece Block Set

Product Description ------------------- The comprehensive selection of knives in the wusthof classic 26-piece set includes a 2-3/4 bird beak parer, 3-1/2-Inch parer, 4-1/2-Inch utility, eight 4-1/2-Inch steak knives, 5-Inch tomato, 5-Inch boning, 6-Inch fork, 6-Inch utility, 6-Inch meat cleaver, 7-Inch santoku, 7-Inch fillet , 9-Inch bread and 8-Inch cooks , 8 inc carving , 10-Inch wide cooks , a 10-Inch honing steel as well as kitchen shears and a 25 slot storage block the set makes a lasting and meaningful gift for newlyweds and chefs of all abilities. Wusthof classic knives are precision forged from a single-piece of exceptional quality German steel alloy. The edges of these knives are razor sharp using our laser guided peptic sharpening technology. Our exceptional quality German steel alloy is featured in all our quality knives. Our unique steel alloy is specially tempered to be durable as well as allowing for extended edge retention. As a result, wusthof knives are not too hard and brittle and can easily be given an edge in your own kitchen. For nearly 200-year wusthof has been crafting fine cutlery in, "the cutlery capital of the world, " Solingen Germany. At wusthof we proudly etch the name of Solingen Germany right onto our knives. This is a privilege not granted to all manufactures as strict rules of origin apply. We treasure our nearly 200-year German tradition and are proud to represent the city of Solingen. Family owned and operated by the wusthof family since 1814. .com ---- Tough polypropylene handles with full, visible tangs and the traditional three rivets distinguish Classic knives from Wüsthof's other cutlery lines. Otherwise Classic knives are identical to other Wüsthof knives, embodying all the virtues that have earned the German manufacturer world renown. The principal parts of a Wüsthof --blade, bolster, and tang--are forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel, and the blade is precisely tapered from bolster to tip and from back to hand-honed edge. The blades and beautifully formed bolsters are not as thick as on some knives. As a result, despite their heft, strength, and durability, Wüsthof knives are pleasingly delicate and marvelously balanced in action. This set equips a serious cook with nearly every cutting edge imaginable--there are 14 kitchen knives and eight 4-1/2-inch steak knives--plus a 10-inch sharpening steel to keep their edges aligned, tough kitchen shears, a 6-inch serving fork, and a 25-slot oak block to store everything on the counter within reach. The kitchen knives include a 2-3/4-inch peeling , a 3-1/2-inch paring , a 4-1/2-inch utility , a 5-inch tomato , a 5-inch boning , a 9-inch bread , a 6-inch sandwich , a 7-inch flexible fillet , a 5-inch cook's , a 6-inch cook's , an 8-inch cook's , a 10-inch cook's , an 8-inch carving , and a 6-inch cleaver. These knives should be hand washed. --Fred Brack What's in the Box 5-, 6-, 8-, 10-inch cook's; 2-3/4-inch peeling; 3-1/2-inch paring; 4-1/2-inch utility; 5-inch tomato, 5-inch boning; 9-inch bread; 6-inch sandwich; 7-inch flexible fillet; 8-inch carving; 6-inch cleaver, eight steak knives, sharpening steel, kitchen shears, 25-slot oak block P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From the Manufacturer --------------------- With over 70 styles (and growing), Wusthof's aptly named Classic Series of precision forged knives is by far the world's largest. With a size and shape available for any cutting task, it's no wonder that professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts the world over look to Wusthof for all their cutlery needs. The Blade Shape Each Wusthof blade is designed for specific task. For example, the cook’s (or chef's) ’s primary duty is chopping and dicing. The curved edge--the belly of the --is designed from the tip to the heel to facilitate that task by rolling smoothly. The Edge The edge of every Wusthof is the "business end." Skillfully honed by hand, it's incredibly sharp. The edge is laser-tested to perfection, long-lasting, and easily resharpened. The Blade Computer-controlled grinding and polishing procedures result in precise tapering from bolster to tip and from back to edge. The High-Carbon Steel Every Wusthof is precision-forged from a single blank of the same high-carbon, stain-resistant steel. Therefore, each blade from each Wusthof line is the same--perfectly balanced, finished, and sharp. The Wusthof steel formula, etched on every blade, has evolved over years as the optimum high carbon- and stain-resistant alloy for edge retention and resharpening. The blades and tangs are constructed of high-carbon no-stain steel, which has evolved over the years as the most perfect alloy for superior making. The Bolster/Finger Guard Wusthof's signature bolster accounts for the heft--the solid, balanced feel accled by professional chefs throughout the world. The Handle/Tang Assembly A seamless, totally hygienic fit could only be achieved with incredibly durable Hostaform-C handles, triple-riveted to the fully visible tang of the Classic series. Completely buffed and polished by hand, the slightest imperfection means the will never leave the factory. Choosing a Wusthof or Set Wusthof designs and manufactures each and every precision-forged Wusthof so that, regardless of the size, shape or product family, the heft of the is properly proportioned. There are distinctive visual differences between the Wusthof Classic, Grand Prix and Culinar lines. From a construction standpoint, every is precision-forged from a single blank of the same high-carbon, stain-resistant steel. It is only the handle assembly that varies from line to live. All Wusthof Classic, Grand Prix and Culinar Collections blades are balanced, finished, and sharp. You can choose the optimum size and style for every cutting task in your kitchen. Getting a Grip Do not be intimidated by the size of some Wusthof knives, such as the chef's . The 8-inch Classic chef's should be grasped lightly and cradled in the palm. The thumb and forefinger provide the control in what is commonly referred to as "the blade grip." Note that with this grip, almost one half of the handIe is not in contact with your hand at all. This is where you will feel and understand the benefits of the heft and balance of the . Now secure in your hand, the precision forged cook's is poised for action. An extension of your arm, the is designed to work safely, smoothly, and efficiently with you, not against you. Sharpening/Honing Technique Regular maintenance of your Wusthof knives insures a lifetime of cooking pleasure. With regular use any 's edge will lose its "bite". Under high magnification, you would see that the cutting edge itself actually consists of rows of tiny "teeth" that must be periodically realigned for optimum cutting performance. The key to using a honing steel is holding the blade at a consistent 20-degree angle as you simulate the motion of the blade "shaving" off the surface of the honing steel itself. The "tip down" method works best because you can see the contact point of the and the steel. At some point, any quality will require professional sharpening performed on equipment not always available for home use. See more ( javascript:void(0) )

• Set includes a 2-3/4-Inch bird beak parer, 3-1/2-Inch parer, 4-1/2-Inch utility, 6-Inch utility, an 9-Inch bread , 6 + 8-Inch cooks , 10-Inch honing steel, shears and 25 slot storage block.
• Tough POM handle with full tang and traditional three rivets.
• Laser tested edge for uniform cutting and long-lasting sharp edge.
• The Solingen name stamped on wusthof knives validates that your was crafted and originated from "the cutlery capital of the world" Solingen Germany.