Buy J.A. Henckels Four Star 9-Piece Block SetJ.A. Henckels Four Star 9-Piece Block Set Product Description:
- Easy Care- Four Star knives feature handles made of high impact polypropylene. They are dishwasher safe, sanitary, break-proof and colorfast.
- Perfect Balance - Balance is crucial in using a knife. Sigamforge 1 pc forged construction knives are manufactured by an improved process that achieves a perfect level of balance, thus improving cutting performance.
- Sturdy- Four Star knives are FRIODUR ice hardened , featuring high carbon, no-stain steel blades for a sharp long-lasting cutting edge. The full rat tail tang, which extends into the handle, provide proper balance.
- Dishwasher-safe, but hand washing recommended
- Dishwasher safe but hand washing recommended for all fine cutlery
Product Description
J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star knives were designed and developed in close cooperation with renowned professional chefs. Introduced in 1976, today Four Star is the world's most sought after up-scale knife series. The Four Star knives are fully forged, ice
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36 of 40 people found the following review helpful.
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By Ricardo A Auda
I purchased my set over three years ago, and I believe they are the best kitchen investment you can make. They are extremely strong, well balanced, and just the right weight to cut easily and accurately. They are spendy, but well worth the money if you cook a lot.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful.Awesome set of knives!
By Jasmine T. Baer
Hesitant to spend this kind of "jack" on a set of knives? If you spend any amount of time in the kitchen preparing and cooking food, this set is a terrific purchase.
Inadequate knives and utensils can take the fun out of cooking. Having to saw through a salmon to make steaks is tiring and unecessary. I used the 8" chef's knife to slice a salmon into salmon steaks, and I was surprised at the ease with which the task was accomplished. Even simple things, like peeling an apple, become fun. I had the easiest time ever taking the skin off a Granny Smith apple in one long piece.
The knives have the right amount of weight to facilitate use and accomplish the tasks they were designed for. The handles are perfect for my wife, who has tiny hands. The block is hefty, and won't tip over easily. I also received a free video on how to properly use different knives. The video was very educational for a knife amateur like myself.
The difference between Henckels Four Star and Henckels International is amazing. Naturally, the Four Star label is about twice as much as the International label (not made in Germany, but rather in the Far East - Korea, I think), but the knives are more than twice as much better. After purchasing the International label 5 years ago, I recall thinking, "Gee, these aren't any more impressive than something that Ecko would make." I didn't feel that way about the Four Star set. I was reminded of the "Crocodile Dundee" line, "Now that's a knife!"
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful.I Love These Knives!
By seemomgo54
It's true...I never thought I could have such affection for a set of knives, but the Henckels Four Star knives are amazing! My husband couldn't understand why I was making such a fuss over our new knives until he tried them. He used the 8" chef's knife to horizontally slice some very thick steaks into thinner ones. He couldn't believe how easily they cut and remarked he was hardly using any pressure at all!
The 5" serrated knife slices beautifully through bagels as well as lemons, limes, and tomatoes. I use the 6" utility knife for all kinds of vegetable chopping and mincing since I like the 6" blade for my smaller hands. I haven't used the 8" bread or carving knife much as they aren't for everyday use, but they are great for when you need them! My husband uses the 8" chef's knife for nearly everything! The Four Star handles are very comfortable for both of our hands and very easy to clean.
I first considered the 7pc. set, but when I priced the individual knives found the 9pc. set a much better deal. I also used Consumer Reports (Dec.98 & Dec.02) as a guide to finding the best quality knives we could afford. Yes, they are expensive, but when you think about how much use they get over a long period of time, it really is worth it.
I would also recommed the Henckels TwinSharp Sharpener. It is inexpensive and puts a nice, sharp edge on the knives. I used it on mine before their first use, and they are nice and sharp.
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