They look much nicer then they really are.
Written: Oct 20 '02 (Updated Oct 21 '02)
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Pros: Nice one piece blades. Looks great.
Cons: Can't get a sharp enough edge.
The Bottom Line: The set lookes like a great set, but I was not impressed at all.
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| wsandman's Full Review: Sabatier Stainless Steel Balance 14-Piece Knife Se... |
I got this set at TJ Max at 59.99 with a compare at 120.00 I've always wanted a set that was all stainless. As in no wood handle.
I have heard of the this brand before, but I don't really know anything about it. However, I liked what I saw, so I took it home.
First complaint. Maybe I just don't know enough, but why is there an extra slot in the block? I counted three times thinking I was missing something. I guess it just comes with a extra slot. Maybe so you can have a choice on how you arange your knives. I compared the inventory on the box and I have everything I am suppost to. Have a extra slot!
2nd complaint. Most of the knives came out of the box dull. Very dull in fact. This was when I started to wonder if I had just made a huge mistake.
3rd complaint. The sharpener is very corse. Also, it took awhile to learn how to properly sharpen the knives. The edge is kinda different then any knives I have used before. You have to hold the knives way back (about 10 degress) away from the sharpener. Any more of a angle, you dull the knife.
I give a poor ease of use grade. Also, I can't find any support from the company. There is no number on the box and I have not been able to find them on the internet. Only places that sell the brand of knives.
I loved the way the knives feel. The balance and weight are great. They are very thick and seem very strong.
Overall, I do not recomend this knive set. I am going to return them. On the 2nd day of owning them, I took out my older worn looking Chicago Cutlery set and did a test. I took out some mushrooms I had in the fridge (sorry, no tomatoes). I was able to cut the mushrooms much nicer and smoother without little effort with my old set. The new knives didn't work as well. Even after a new sharpen, they just didn't work as well. I can't get as nice as a edge on the new knives as my old set. I am going to return the knives and keep my old set.
Recommended:
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Amount Paid (US$): 59.99
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