Buy Wusthof Classic 3-Piece Essentials Set with Chef's Knife, Parer, and ShearsWusthof Classic 3-Piece Essentials Set with Chef's Knife, Parer, and Shears Product Description:
- 8-inch chef's knife, 3-1/2-inch paring knife, and come-apart kitchen shears
- High-carbon German stainless steel throughout the whole length of the knives
- Compound tapered blade laser-tested for sharpness and the correct cutting angle
- Triple-riveted, ergonomic handles ensure a secure, comfortable grip
- Made in Solingen Germany; hand wash; limited lifetime warranty
Product Description
Perfect for newlyweds or anyone setting up a first-time kitchen, this high-quality cutlery set provides three everyday essentials: an 8-inch chef's knife, a 3-1/2-inch paring knife, and a pair of kitchen shears. Use the chef's knife for chopping onions and potatoes for a soup, slicing mushrooms and peppers for a pizza, mincing garlic and fresh herbs, and much more. Its long sharp blade cuts through vegetables, meats, and fish smoothly and efficiently. The paring knife's straight edge offers close control for smaller jobs like decorating, peeling, slicing, mincing, and dicing a variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and more. Use the kitchen shears for clipping string, cutting cardboard, or even snipping herbs in the garden. As a bonus, the shears come apart for easy cleaning.
Made in Solingen Germany, "The Cutlery Capital of the World", the Wusthof Classic knives feature a special blend of high-carbon German stainless steel throughout the whole length of the knife for exceptional strength and balance. The knives also provide sharp, precisely tempered blades for safe, efficient use. Laser tested for accuracy, the unique, compound angle of the blade tapers from the spine of the knife to the edge to create a sturdy, yet extremely sharp cutting surface. The blade also tapers from the bolster to the tip for added strength and flexibility. Another thoughtful detail includes the handles. Both knives provide a triple-riveted, ergonomic handle for a secure, comfortable grip. The pieces should be washed by hand with a mild cleanser and dried thoroughly. The three-piece set carries a limited lifetime warranty.
From the Manufacturer
In the culinary world variety and preparing something outstanding is the key to success. Due to this, Wusthof offers more than 350 different kinds of knives to be able to provide the perfect knife for everyone. No matter which kind of blade and handle shape you are thinking of--Wusthof has the right knife for all your needs.
The most important features of a high-value forged Wusthof knife:
- Exceptionally sharp
- Long-lasting cutting edge
- High stain resistance
- Easily restorable edge
Classic Cutlery
The Classic triple-riveted knife series features:
- Precision forged from a single piece of sturdy high-carbon steel that resists stains and corrosion
- Wusthof's Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) creates an extraordinarily sharp blade that retains its edge 30% longer
- Special alloyed, stainless steel
- Durable polymer handle is contoured for a comfortable grip
- Seamless, hygienic fit of the handle
- Full tang is triple riveted to the handle for exceptional durability and control
- For professional chefs and home cooking enthusiasts
- Made in Solingen, Germany
Details of a Forged Wusthof Knife
Customer Reviews
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful.
An Excellent Starter Set: A Wüsthof Classic 3-Piece Essentials Set Review
By L. T. Beasimer
As a classically trained chef, I know the value of a good quality knife. A well balanced sharp knife will cut with ease, while a dull knife is more dangerous and requires working harder. Knowing this, I purchased and use an extensive set of Henckels, one of Wüsthof's major competitors.The Wüsthof Classic 3-piece essentials set consists of an 8" Chef's knife, a 3.5" paring knife, and kitchen shears. The knives are forged from high carbon stainless steel into a well balanced knife. The blade and tang are constructed from a single piece of steel, with synthetic wood handles attached to the tang on each side with rivets. The kitchen shears are similarly constructed with plastic handles, which easily snap apart for thorough cleaning. All components are considered dishwasher safe, however hand washing is recommended.From visual inspection, the Wüsthof and Henckel Chef's knives have a similar look. If it weren't for minor variations in the handle's curves, they would virtually look identical. The slightly more curvy handle on the Wüsthof feels a bit more natural, but neither feels significantly better in the hand. The Henckel Chef knife is noticeably heavier, but but only weighs .2 ounces more. I use a Henckel 3" paring knife, so Wüsthof's 3.5" knife isn't as comparable. However, they are both roughly the same length and have the same handle differences mentioned in the Chefs knife comparison.The real differences are seen when comparing my kitchen shears. While the Henckel kitchen shears get the job done, the Wüsthof shears are superior. That's not to say Henckel doesn't offer a comparable version. However my Henckel shears don't come apart and the jar/bottle opener tines are plastic. Although, my manly fingers fit into the handles far more comfortably in my Henckels, while my fingers feel cramped in the Wüsthof shears.Wüsthof promotes their PEtec (Precision Edge technology) as being 20% sharper than all other comparable knives. I'm not the average knife user, and I know how to maintain my knives sharpness. I can't gauge how much sharper they are compared to the Henckels if at all, but there is no question the Wusthof knives are amazingly sharp.Pricing between both the Wüsthof Classic and Henckel Pro S knives are comparable. If I were trying to decide which brand to purchase, I'd feel comfortable purchasing either. If I were purchasing a starter set as a gift, I'd buy this Wüsthof Classic 3-piece essentials set as Henckels doesn't currently have a comparable set.The Wüsthof Classic 3-piece essentials set includes the most used kitchen cutlery tools every kitchen should have. Wüsthof's quality will ensure this set lasts for many years when properly maintained. If you're looking to start your own quality knife set or need a wedding/housewarming gift, the Wüsthof Classic 3-piece essentials set is sure to please.PROS:Well balanced sharp knivesHigh quality constructionDishwasher safePerfect starter setCONS:Shear handles too small for average man hands
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.Exceptionally sharp
By TucsonShopper
This my first Wusthof and nothing can maintain a sharper edge (or be more dangerous - both my son and I have nicked ourselves getting use to the sharper edge... ouch). The large knife is also very well balanced. Rather than start me off, this set actually finished my set (my other knives are Zwilling J.A. Henckels ... very good knives but not great like this one). Food sticks more to this knife due to it being flat edged rather than curved (but, there are no special sharpeners for the unusual blade). All three are now my favorite kitchen weapons. The shears are easy to take apart. Alas, I've dropped one side into something leaving a hole several times now. :-(
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.Very pleased
By Melanchthon
The kitchen shears is more or less average, but both of these knives are fantastic -- they balance well in the hand, they are easy to manipulate, precise, sharp, and appear to be very tough. The handles are well constructed and sturdy. In particular the paring knife is a star -- I haven't had such a nice one before and am really going to treasure this one. This would be a great housewarming or wedding gift, and it's made me eager to check out some of the manufacturer's other products. A+.
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