Good Set of Kitchen Knives

[billybob81]

that looks like a henkles international.

you want the one with the two guys on it, thats the german made pimp ones.
the single guy logo is the international. those are just alright.

I thought I remembered something about the two guys. Good thing with Costco is their return policy. I have never heard of the Saber brand, but they seem like a nice set.

[YALE]

I'm going to teach you guys how to passivate stainless, so you can wash your stainless knives in the dishwasher.

[bcoop]

I'm going to teach you guys how to passivate stainless, so you can wash your stainless knives in the dishwasher.

I still wouldn't wash them in the dishwasher. There is more of a reason to not machine wash than just the caustic detergents. Been handwashing for two decades, and will continue to do so.

[momo]

yea, i cant see a need to wash the knives in a dish washer. ive cut the fat cap off 3 briskets once and still hand washed it in a minute.

oh and I have a set of calphalon knives myself.
i have the katana series. they were decently rated and made from high carbon damascus steel. it was on amazing sale otherwise i would have bought 3 individual shun blades.

[YALE]

I still wouldn't wash them in the dishwasher. There is more of a reason to not machine wash than just the caustic detergents. Been handwashing for two decades, and will continue to do so.

yea, i cant see a need to wash the knives in a dish washer. ive cut the fat cap off 3 briskets once and still hand washed it in a minute.

oh and I have a set of calphalon knives myself.
i have the katana series. they were decently rated and made from high carbon damascus steel. it was on amazing sale otherwise i would have bought 3 individual shun blades.

Right on. If y'all change your minds, let me know.

[AdamLX]

I've got Wusthof Classics in my kitchen and stand by them, no issues. Like Brent said, unless your dropping a fuckton of cash, just go with what is comfortable.

[billybob81]

Well, are the Henckels International a good set, or should I look for a German Henckels set? I just want something that is going to last for at least 4-5 years until I get ready to buy the set I really want.

[unkoricky]

woof gang puck set.. they were 30$ at ross and work great.

[Rafa]

Bringing this up.

Meat thread got me thinking of knives now.

[Jester]

Well, are the Henckels International a good set, or should I look for a German Henckels set? I just want something that is going to last for at least 4-5 years until I get ready to buy the set I really want.

I have the German Henkels and have had them for over 10 years. They have been fantastic.

[bcoop]

<---- Ditching my Henckels for a set of Wusthof Ikon Classics. Great feel, more weight in the handle which is what I like, and the blade is more rounded. HIGHLY recommend if you don't care about having a fingerguard on the blade.

[Randy]

These any good? They have larger handles for people with bigger hands. Ive read some reviews and people said they were "too light".

http://ergochef.com/GuyFieriKnives.asp

[Chas_svo]

Right on. If y'all change your minds, let me know.

I'm interested, put it here or pm. TIA!

[bcoop]

These any good? They have larger handles for people with bigger hands. Ive read some reviews and people said they were "too light".

http://ergochef.com/GuyFieriKnives.asp

Too light can be an issue. You want a knife with some weight behind it, and balance. I would never recommend buying a set of knives without holding them first. I don't know where those specifically are sold, but Bed, Bath, and Beyond, as well as any department store should have a decent selection. That way you can get the feel before you order online.

[ceyko]

What you doing with your old henckels bcoop?