J.A. Henckels 8 Piece Stylus Block Set
by J.A. Henckels
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: J.A. HenckelsBrand: Henckels
Model: 13200-000
Product features:
- Set includes 3-inch parer 5-inch serrated utility, 6-inch utility, 8-inch chef's, 8-inch bread, 8-inch carving, 9-inch sharpening steel
- Constructed of stamped, high-quality 18/10 stainless steel
- Ergonomically-contoured, satin-finished stainless-steel handles
- Housed in a graphite-painted wood block
- Hand washing recommended, dishwasher safe; lifetime warranty; made in China
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of J.A. Henckels 8 Piece Stylus Block Set
Customer Review: A bargain from J.A. Henckels, but read the specs!
Summary: 4 Stars
This J.A. Henckels 8 Piece Stylus Block Set is a decent set at an excellent price, but do read the specs carefully before you order so that you're not surprised. This set has a modern appearance due to the stainless steel handles, and those have a nice ergonomic feel. But these are not the "Made in Solingen, Germany" like the Four Star, Five Star, Pro "S" (and others), which are forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel. These knives are made in China from stamped stainless steel, as indicated in the specs.
An explanation: J.A. Henckels has two distinct brands. The "Zwilling J.A. Henckels" brand is known as "The Premium Brand," with products that are mainly made in Germany (mostly forged blades) or Spain (for mid-range knives, forged or stamped). The "J.A. Henckels International" brand is "The Value Brand" division that produces less costly, mostly stamped blade knives, often made in China or Taiwan.
If you're looking for some top-of-the line German-made knives from J.A. Henckels, check out the J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star Cutlery, or perhaps the J.A. Henckels Twin Signature 7-Piece Knife Block Set.
Please understand that this is not a put down on this J.A. Henckels 8 Piece Stylus Block Set, which in some ways is better than some other knives crafted in Germany, for the Henckels quality is still there. Just don't be surprised to see the blades marked "Made in China."
Description of J.A. Henckels 8 Piece Stylus Block Set
Charcoal Hardwood Block with Satin Finished Stainless Steel knifesHenckels?s International line offers affordable cutlery from one of the world?s most renowned knife manufacturers. The Fine Edge Stylus collection stands out for its ergonomically-contoured stainless-steel handles, giving a kitchen a decidedly modern elegance. This eight-piece set contains the following basics: 3-inch paring knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife, 6-inch utility knife, 8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch bread knife, 8-inch carving knife, 9-inch sharpening steel, and a graphite-painted storage block.
Constructed of stamped, high-quality 18/10 stainless steel, the knives feature precision-ground, hand-honed blades that slice meat and chop vegetables with aplomb. While not at the same height of excellence as other Henckels cutlery, the Fine Edge Stylus knives feel well-balanced with a noteworthy heft. All pieces store in the included graphite-painted wood block. Made in China, the cutlery is dishwasher-safe yet best washed and dried by hand immediately after use. A lifetime warranty applies. --Ann Bieri
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