Messermeister is a company whose mission has always been to manufacture the finest forged cutlery available. When purchasing cutlery and cooking tools for their kitchens, discerning consumers and professional chef's are looking for quality and features first, and this is why Messermeister forged cutlery is recognized by culinary professionals and cutlery enthusiasts alike as the finest forged cutlery.

Four Star® knives are also available in a range of block sets and gift sets. A Higher Standard in Knife Construction Four Star® knives are precision forged from a single piece of exclusive-formula, high-carbon, no-stain steel under the all-new Sigmaforge standard. As a result, Four Star® knives have improved quality consistency, lasting sharpness, and perfect geometry. Sigmaforge one-piece construction also provides high precision and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving cutting-edge retention for lasting sharpness. In addition, Four Star® knives use J. A. Henckels’ Friodur ice hardening for corrosion resistance, a process that also contributes to cutting-edge retention. It's All in The Grip: The Four Star® series features high impact polypropylene handles that are permanently bonded to the knife blades without any gaps. These comfortable handles are break-proof, sanitary, and colorfast. In addition, the super bolster provides weight, insures safety, and adds balance. Features: SIGMAFORGE 1-piece, precision forged construction: Provides perfect geometry, high precision, and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving cutting edge retention for lasting sharpness. Laser controlled edge: Is sharper and stays sharper longer. Has a more consistent blade angle. Friodur ice hardening: Maximum no-stain properties and more blade strength. Improved resistance to corrosion and pitting. Super bolster: Provides weight, insures safety, and adds balance. Full rat-tail tang: Provides a proper balance and greater strength. High-carbon no-stain steel, an exclusive J. A. Henckels formula: Non-staining, non-rusting. Hand, precision honed blade: Is sharper and stays sharper longer. Bonded polypropylene handles: Comfortable molded handles and food safe Dishwasher safe: Easy care (Although hand-washing is recommended by J. A. Henckels). Full warranty: J. A. Henckels stands behind all its knives.

It could be used to for mincing shallots, onions and herbs as well as cleaning and cutting vegetables. The W?STHOF name, TRIDENT-Logo and city of Solingen as place-of-manufacturing proudly etched onto every blade. Throughout it´s history, W?STHOF has focused almost solely on the manufacturing of forged knives for the professional chef and home cooking enthusiast. A considerable number of separate manufacturing steps are required to complete each precision forged knife. Each step along the way is performed to exacting standards by skilled workers aided by the most modern, computer guided equipment and powerful robots. That is how each W?STHOF knife is created, known the world over for it´s unique, uncompromising quality. Wanting the best is the best reason to want Wusthof. Every knife is drop forged and features a single piece construction for maximum strength, balance and heft. The Classic triple riveted traditional-style handles are smooth and durable. Not only comfortable to hold, the skillfully honed by hand blades are incredibly sharp, and are easily resharpened. Wusthof Classic - Qualty you can feel. Made in Germany. lifetime guarantee. Lifetime Guarantee with 2 piece chef's set.

Made in the USA. Blade style: 10" Wide Chef. A sharp, sturdy chef's knife is the indispensable kitchen tool. It's the one implement you'll reach for almost every time you cook, whether you're dicing vegetables, chopping up a chicken, or crushing cloves of garlic. In short, it's worth it to pay a few extra bucks for a substantial and durable chef's knife. Made of hand-forged high-carbon stainless steel and honed by hand at the factory in Vermont, the LamsonSharp chef's knife fits the bill. At 10 inches, this model is the right size and weight for cooks with larger hands (and muscles!). The Delrin handle is more ergonomic than most wooden handles, plus it is dishwasher-safe. However, to preserve the sharpness of the blade it is a good idea to hand wash in warm, soapy water. -Jill Marquis.