Only Knives » Kitchen http://www.onlyknives.com Knives, Swords and Blades Thu, 29 Jul 2010 01:40:22 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Wusthof Knife Roll Bag Storage for 12 | Portable Black Cordura Duffel Casehttp://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-knife-roll-bag-storage-for-12-portable-black-cordura-duffel-case/ http://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-knife-roll-bag-storage-for-12-portable-black-cordura-duffel-case/#comments Sat, 24 Jul 2010 20:52:54 +0000 JT Hats http://www.onlyknives.com/?p=10073 Wusthof Knife Roll Bag Storage for 12 Machine-stitched from Cordura, the Wusthof 12-Pocket Knife Roll holds twelve prep knives securely and safely and stores pens and other small items in separate outer pockets. An inner flap covers and separates the knives and offers some additional storage for odds and ends.

The Wusthof knife roll is well-planned with elastic covers that hold knives in place and internal Velcro closures that lock down the corners of the second layer of the roll. More Velcro on the outside of the roll keeps the knife carrier shut tight. The main carrying system is a loop of Cordura strap sewn to the case in a duffel bag style. There's a pocket for a name tag or business card on the outside of the case, and access to the outside pockets via zippered closures.

The Wusthof knife roll also includes metal D-rings sewn to the ends of the bag, which accept the clips of a shoulder strap. The strap itself is not included with the bag, and the Cordura handle sewn to the bag is much stronger than the shoulder strap system.

Although this bag is good for occasional transport of your good cutlery and serves well for storage, it may not hold up to frequent heavy use. Cordura is a synthetic canvas often used for knife sheaths and tool pouches. While the cloth itself endures sunlight and resists abrasion and is moderately puncture-resistant, the stitching which holds Cordura products together is much more vulnerable to wear and tear. Inspect any weak points -- like the D-ring loops for the shoulder strap -- regularly before relying on them to support your good tools.

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]]> http://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-knife-roll-bag-storage-for-12-portable-black-cordura-duffel-case/feed/ 0 Wusthof Knife Case for 25, Portable Storage & Travel Luggage | Professional Cutlery Suitcase, Black Naugahydehttp://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-knife-case-for-25-portable-storage-travel-luggage-professional-cutlery-suitcase-black-naugahyde/ http://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-knife-case-for-25-portable-storage-travel-luggage-professional-cutlery-suitcase-black-naugahyde/#comments Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:43:46 +0000 JT Hats http://www.onlyknives.com/?p=10070 Wusthof Knife Case for 25, PortableThe luggage-quality Knife Suitcase from Wusthof safely transports up to 25 knives, plus kitchen utensils, gadgets, and even a few personal items. Made from leather-like naugahyde, the Knife Suitcase holds up to the rough handling all checked luggage can expect.

Storage capacity is good enough to transport a full kit to and from culinary school or professional appointments. The main compartment of the soft-sided bag is reinforced by a removable plastic storage tray, allowing chefs to lift out their knife collection as one piece. The back compartment of the white tray is a bin where essential gadgets can be kept handy. Internal flaps seal the knife compartment and provide extra separated storage for larger kitchen tools. Smaller pockets in an outer section store pen and pencil and other small odds and ends like notebooks and business cards. Access to that zippered compartment doesn't require opening the main bag. The dual zippers on the main compartments may be padlocked together for better security while in transport.

The bag will be carrying plenty of weight but is built to hold up to it, and the two carrying systems make hauling the knife case through airports as comfortable as possible. A canvas strap running around the case is the foundation for the wide suitcase-style naugahyde handle and puts very little stress on the bag's seams. Also connected to that foundation strap, the wide padded shoulder strap offers a restful second load support. The strap snaps on and off the bag quickly and stores in one of the outer pockets for check-in.

Although not quite so durable as genuine leather, naugahyde is long-lived and easily wiped clean. With ordinary care, the Wusthof Knife Suitcase should last for years.

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]]> http://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-knife-case-for-25-portable-storage-travel-luggage-professional-cutlery-suitcase-black-naugahyde/feed/ 0 Professional Travel Case for 17 Knives by Ultimate Edge | Knife Roll Bag, Black 2001-17BNhttp://www.onlyknives.com/professional-travel-case-for-17-knives-by-ultimate-edge-knife-roll-bag-black-2001-17bn/ http://www.onlyknives.com/professional-travel-case-for-17-knives-by-ultimate-edge-knife-roll-bag-black-2001-17bn/#comments Sat, 17 Jul 2010 20:33:01 +0000 JT Hats http://www.onlyknives.com/?p=10067 Professional Travel Case for 17 KnivesBuilt by Ultimate Edge, this 17 Piece Knife Case almost qualifies as genuine luggage. Still built in a tool roll style, the 17 Piece Case includes reinforcement panels in the folding sections of the case to keep something solid between your cutlery and the outside world.

Three fabric-hinged sections unfold easily when you release the buckle fasteners in front. Fold-over protector panels cover each section and fasten in place with Velcro closures at the corners. Reinforced pockets are built as strong as the rest of the case, with elasticized covers to stop blades from shifting. On the inside face of the liner panels, you'll find additional storage pockets for odds and ends, gadgets, and personal items. A mesh pocket for tools like thermometers and a zippered moisture proof pocket for important notebooks are both included, and there's loop storage for pen and pencil and a storage slot for business cards. A second card pocket with clear plastic panel serves as an ID tag on the outside of the case.

The external layer of the Ultimate Edge is durable 600-denier polyester fabric. If the case picks up dirt while traveling or gets splashed with sauces in the kitchen, wipe it down with a sanitizing cloth for quick cleanup. The exterior repels both dirt and moisture.

The briefcase-style handle is comfortable and securely mounted to the case, but you'll find the wide padded shoulder strap more convenient on that long run to the check-in counter. The strap comes with the bag and clips easily on and off the metal D-rings built into the top of the case. Ultimate Edge backs this case up with a limited lifetime warranty. It's professionally built and has a professional look.

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]]> http://www.onlyknives.com/professional-travel-case-for-17-knives-by-ultimate-edge-knife-roll-bag-black-2001-17bn/feed/ 0 Wusthof Classic Steak Knife Gift Set of 4 | Forged Full Tang w/ Free Aluminum Box 9731-9http://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-classic-steak-knife-gift-set-of-4-forged-full-tang-w-free-aluminum-box-9731-9/ http://www.onlyknives.com/wusthof-classic-steak-knife-gift-set-of-4-forged-full-tang-w-free-aluminum-box-9731-9/#comments Fri, 16 Jul 2010 20:29:24 +0000 JT Hats http://www.onlyknives.com/?p=10065 Wusthof Classic Steak Knife Gift Set ofWusthof builds the Classic Steak Knife with the same care devoted to its larger prep knives. High quality Solingen steel blades and classically styled handles match many contemporary dining patterns and work efficiently as good steak knives should.

Many of the features of the four knives in the Classic set are not innovations -- these knives look like the fine dining knives of yesteryear but incorporate better materials. Black polymer handle slabs have replaced the traditional hardwood and resist moisture and heat without distorting or losing color. The stainless steel is the same alloy of high carbon molybdenum vanadium steel that goes into Wusthof prep knives and was developed both for stain resistance and the ability to hold a sharp edge.

Forged construction yields a 4-1/2-inch blade, solid steel bolster, and full tang handle from one seamless piece of high carbon stainless steel. The knives are light but strong and stiffer in the blade than equivalent knives of stamped or laser-cut steel. The forged bolster eliminates the weak spot where the blade joins the handle, which is often where cheaper and lightly built knives break.

Cleaning the Wusthof steak knives should be a simple hand wash in mild detergent solution after use. Although Wusthof does rate the knives dishwasher safe, ordinary dishwasher procedures will deteriorate even high quality blades. Rust from other utensils or from worn washer parts may migrate to the blades and give the impression of corrosion. Hand-wash the knives and store them dry in the aluminum presentation case for the best long term care.

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The serrated edge of this blade isn't the standard sawtooth type usually found on knives meant for cutting through hard crusts and soft loaves. Victorinox redesigned the edge for a cutting action that's less prone to tear into the bread. The wavy teeth don't bite as aggressively but do cut smoothly. You might notice that the knife takes longer to start on hard crusts, but it also doesn't depend so much on the points of the teeth for cutting. The tooth style exposes more cutting edge and should provide clean cutting action throughout the lifetime of the edge. When it's time to sharpen this knife, you'll need professional service.

The forged build includes a full-width forged bolster, which only slightly limits the length of the cut and does contribute some extra strength. Drop-forged and ice-hardened in Germany from Solingen no-stain high carbon steel, the knife receives its finishing steps in Switzerland by Victorinox. Two stages of sharpening, laser testing, and quality control all ensure the knife meets rigid Victorinox standards.

This professional knife's handle is a full tang design with handle slabs of comfortably shaped and very durable POM (Plastic Over Molded). To keep the edge at its best don't wash the knife in a dishwasher -- hand washing and drying after use lengthens the life of both cutting edge and polish. Keep the cutting edge off hard glass cutting boards, and if you intend to use the knife for meat or poultry remember that the serrations dull quickly on bone.

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Instead of sawteeth, the Victorinox curved bread knife incorporates a wave-tooth edge. There's less point here and therefore less drag and bite until the edge enters the crust of hard breads and rolls. The action's a compromise between a straight slicing edge and a pointy, serrated blade. In the cut, there's more slicing action and less sawing and snagging, which can be an advantage. You'll need to use more care when starting the cut, because on truly tough crusts, the blade may skate at first unless carefully controlled.

The curved edge of the knife adds a little more trickiness to the action, since only a few teeth make that first contact during the beginning of the cut. At the end of the slice, that curved edge makes fast work of any hard bottom crust. A slight rocking motion evenly severs the bottom of the loaf.

Whether you'll notice enough difference in the product to make this technical change worthwhile is probably dependent on whether you like the look of this forged knife and its full tang POM synthetic handle. Forged in Germany from high carbon stainless steel, the dropped bolster is strong but old-fashioned. The Victorinox curved bread knife is finished to the high standards of Victorinox but is just a little too small to be a good all-around choice for homemade bread.

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]]> http://www.onlyknives.com/forschner-victorinox-bread-knife-curved-serrated-41624-forged-full-tang-steel-8-inch/feed/ 0 Trademark Global Sushi Knife Set of 3 | Full Tang Asian Cutlery w/ Pakkawood Handleshttp://www.onlyknives.com/trademark-global-sushi-knife-set-of-3-full-tang-asian-cutlery-w-pakkawood-handles/ http://www.onlyknives.com/trademark-global-sushi-knife-set-of-3-full-tang-asian-cutlery-w-pakkawood-handles/#comments Sat, 03 Jul 2010 14:58:31 +0000 JT Hats http://www.onlyknives.com/?p=9877 Trademark Global Sushi Knife Set of 3 Trademark Global's 3-Piece Sushi Knife set has everything the high-end Asian knives offer except the best steel. If you're an expert at sharpening knives, you may find this budget-priced assortment good enough.

The shapes offered are traditional and intended only for sushi. Although they may look like European carving and chef's knives, they don't handle the same way. The forged blades are much lighter and edges are ground thin. When kept razor-sharp, they'll slice less than paper-thin -- but if used for general prep in an American kitchen, they may not last long.

Full tang handles with riveted slabs of dependable, synthetic Pakkawood (a composite of resin and layered wood with the look of wood grain but the durability of fiberglass) offer a comfortable grip and an appearance good enough for service. The catch here is the quality of the high carbon stainless steel in these full tang knives -- 420HC isn't the best and won't keep this thin edge for long, although while it is sharp, it'll cut as well as a knife of much better steel. Drawing it across a bone or a hard cutting board will degrade the edge quickly.

Keeping the knives sharp will require a set of stones and some good sharpening skills. A honing steel might do more harm than good -- the edges could turn under too much side pressure. At this level of workmanship, expect some variation in quality from knife to knife. But if you want to learn something about sushi without spending a fortune, this set is a good way to learn. All the skills you'll apply here will be equally valuable with better knives.

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Aside from the standard block set tools of kitchen shears and honing steel, new owners will get a fine hardwood storage block and a basic assortment of prep knives. The 3-1/2-inch paring knife, 4-1/2-inch utility knife, and both 5-inch and 8-inch chef's knives will all find frequent use in any kitchen. The black Fibrox handles enclose wide tangs of the same high carbon stain-free steel as the blades. This permanent tight fit excludes food debris and bacteria and reduces the risk of cross-contamination of food.

From a distance, the knives may look plain -- but up close, you find strong but flexible high carbon stainless steel blades, accurately ground and shaped for efficient cutting. Handles have a simple shape but are designed well for each task and knife size, with larger handles allowing better grip and control for the larger blades. All knives except the utility knife are easily sharpened at home, usually only needing a touchup on the honing steel. The one serrated blade is long-lasting but when dull should be sharpened by a professional.

Approved by the NSF and recommended by respected critics from New York Magazine, Cook's Illustrated, and many others, the R.H. Forschner by Victorinox product line began in 1937. The Forschner brand name dropped off the Victorinox company logo in 2009, but returning customers will find the same good knives and high standards as before. The biggest problem with the set is that you'll soon want more -- the best news is that Victorinox manufactures over 300 styles and also sells by the piece.

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]]> http://www.onlyknives.com/victorinox-kitchen-knife-set-of-7-w-fibrox-handles-includes-hardwood-block-sharpening-steel-shears/feed/ 0 Mezzaluna Cheese Knife w/ Drawer & Cutting Board Set | Stainless Steel Serving & Slicing Cutleryhttp://www.onlyknives.com/mezzaluna-cheese-knife-w-drawer-cutting-board-set-stainless-steel-serving-slicing-cutlery/ http://www.onlyknives.com/mezzaluna-cheese-knife-w-drawer-cutting-board-set-stainless-steel-serving-slicing-cutlery/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:47:04 +0000 JT Hats http://www.onlyknives.com/?p=9865 Mezzaluna Cheese Knife w/ Drawer &This solid hardwood mezzaluna chopping block encloses more than just a cutting board. In the built-in storage tray, you'll also find three different cheese knives as well as space for the stainless steel mezzaluna knife.

The mezzaluna is an old idea -- a curved blade with a high hand grip designed to fit the slight hollow of the special cutting board. Place herbs in the hollow and rock the blade back and forth quickly over the top to chop and mince without the usual mess. Although many recommend this procedure for nuts and other harder items, expect pieces to fly if you tackle anything with weight. In skilled hands, it's better than a flat board, but it's not perfect. Many chefs today choose the mezzaluna more for atmosphere than practical use.

For serving and entertaining, the mezzaluna set works better, adding charm to the meal, and this one doubles as a cheese cutting and serving tray. Lift the mezzaluna board from the base, turn it over, and it's an equally good-looking serving fixture for cheese and other snacks.

Four knives include the curved mezzaluna knife and three stainless steel cheese knives with blades appropriate for soft, hard, and sliced cheeses. Keep the board and base block lightly oiled to prevent swelling and shifting. Also, be cautious of spills since the routed area holding the cutting board will be difficult to clean. Don't immerse the block or board in water -- wipe the set down thoroughly after use. Store the mezzaluna block where it will stay dry -- the base sits flat on table top or counter and could trap moisture beneath.

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]]> http://www.onlyknives.com/mezzaluna-cheese-knife-w-drawer-cutting-board-set-stainless-steel-serving-slicing-cutlery/feed/ 0 Anolon Advanced Knife Block Set of 15 | Stainless Steel Cutlery for Modern Contemporary Kitchen Decorhttp://www.onlyknives.com/anolon-advanced-knife-block-set-of-15-stainless-steel-cutlery-for-modern-contemporary-kitchen-decor/ http://www.onlyknives.com/anolon-advanced-knife-block-set-of-15-stainless-steel-cutlery-for-modern-contemporary-kitchen-decor/#comments Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:39:11 +0000 JT Hats http://www.onlyknives.com/?p=9860 Anolon Advanced Knife Block Set of 15 The 15-piece Knife Block Set from Anolon gives good value but a strange mix of old-fashioned features and modernistic all-stainless design. The knife assortment includes six of the most used prep knives and a matching set of six all-stainless-steel steak knives, enough for the average kitchen and a family dinner service.

A sensible selection of prep blades includes a paring knife, utility knife with serrated edge, one 7-inch santoku for efficient slicing of vegetables, fruit and meat, and 8-inch chef's, bread, and carving knives. All the common tasks of the kitchen are well covered by this set, and the block also includes kitchen shears and a sharpening steel. Expect the knives to hold a sharp edge since the blades are ice-hardened and tough. Regular honing will be needed to keep them razor sharp, but that's normal maintenance for Solingen steel blades. Forged bolsters do extend all the way to the cutting edge on most of the prep knives -- that old design gives blades some extra strength but gets in the way of sharpening and limits the cutting stroke.

The block itself isn't inspiring, with a matte grey finish and utilitarian slotted face. It cleans up easily, and the usual precautions -- keeping it above countertop spills and out of heat and steam pockets -- should keep it in good condition.

Full tang construction combined with stainless steel handles gives these knives a seamless modern look. Keeping the knives bright and unblemished will depend on good maintenance and sensible use, since the German Solingen steel is the stain-free high carbon alloy and does require special care. With hand washing and drying, the knives keep their good looks -- but running them through a dishwasher could quickly degrade the polish.

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