| A high quality knife set is an essential item for | | | | rust than any other material. |
| any kitchen, whether you just enjoy cooking or | | | | Why is it so crucial that your knives remain at |
| are a professional chef. JA Henckels has been | | | | their sharpest? Believe it or not, very sharp |
| known for well over two centuries for their | | | | knives can prevent kitchen injuries. When using a |
| quality products. Founded in Solingen, Germany in | | | | dull knife, you have to chop harder and |
| 1731, they are the world's largest cutlery | | | | sometimes make multiple cuts. When the blade is |
| manufacturer. | | | | sharp, it lets you chop and slice more efficiently. |
| Henckels Four Star knives were first introduced in | | | | This results in fewer kitchen accidents. |
| 1976. They were designed with the professional in | | | | This particular range of knives have ergonomic |
| mind, and they have become very popular as an | | | | polypropylene handles. Users have reported that |
| upscale series. They possess all the qualities of a | | | | these handles provide a very comfortable and |
| truly excellent knife. | | | | balanced grip. The knives are dishwasher safe, but |
| A full tang is very important when it comes to | | | | the best way to preserve them is to hand wash |
| ensuring the longevity and strength of a kitchen | | | | them. |
| knife. This means that the blade extends all the | | | | Henckels Four Star knives come in a variety of |
| way through the knife's handle, which prevents | | | | options, including fully complete sets with any |
| the blade from separating from the handle over | | | | kitchen knife you'd ever need. You can also buy |
| time. A full tang also helps the knife have | | | | basic starter sets or specialty items, such as the |
| excellent balance. | | | | four-piece steak knife set. |
| It is also important for the blade to be forged | | | | If cost is an issue, consider the fact that you |
| from high-carbon stainless steel. This ensures the | | | | don't have to buy a complete set all at once. You |
| strength of the knife, and it allows the blade to | | | | can start out with a basic chef's or Santoku knife, |
| stay sharper for a longer period of time. When | | | | or you can buy a starter's set that includes basic |
| knives are made from this material, you won't | | | | knives. Whatever you decide to buy, with proper |
| have to worry about sharpening them very often. | | | | care you will never have to replace these high |
| They are also much more resistant to stains or | | | | quality knives. |