Wusthof Culinar 11 Piece Profile Block Set Wusthof 8211

This 7-piece Avantgarde knife set from Wüsthof is an excellent match for a chef with high standards and a limited budget. Avantgarde is one of the company's less expensive lines because the blades are stamped instead of hand-forged. All the same, they boast excellent craftsmanship and display the quality that Wüsthof is known for. Each Avantgarde blade is made from a single piece of high-carbon steel with a stain-resistant alloy. To ensure ideal shape and balance, each knife undergoes between 20 and 24 manufacturing steps, from stamping to polishing. The knives feature full tangs and triple-riveted synthetic handles for comfort and strength. Laser-testing ensures a uniform cutting edge and long-lasting sharpness. Included in this 7-piece set are five knives: an 8-inch cook's, an 8-inch carver, a 5-inch tomato, a 4-inch utility, and a 3-inch parer. A 9-inch steel is included for sharpening, and the 9-slot oak block has extra room for a pair of kitchen shears and another knife. The knives are dishwasher-safe, but Wüsthof recommends washing them by hand. --Emily Bedard

What's in the Box
8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch carving knife, 5-inch tomato knife, 4-inch utility knife, 3-inch paring knife, 9-inch sharpening steel, 9-slot oak storage block

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Rating: (2 out of 5) @ 2004-06-15