Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 10-Piece Knife Set with Block
by Chicago Cutlery
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Chicago CutleryBrand: Chicago Cutlery
Model: Metropolitan
Color: Black
Product features:
- Includes 3-1/2-inch paring knife, 5-inch utility/boning knife, 8-inch slicer, 7-1/2-inch chef's knife, 4 steak knives, 8-inch sharpening steel, and 12-slot storage block
- Stamped high-carbon stainless steel blades feature exceptional sharpness and rust and stain resistance
- Full tang for balance and strength; exclusive Taper Grind edge
- Comfortable polymer handles secured with triple brass rivets
- Hand wash for best results; lifetime guarantee
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 10-Piece Knife Set with Block
Customer Review: Despite packaging claim, set is NOT dishwasher safe
Summary: 1 Stars
I am writing this review to affirm and expand upon the earlier review posted by NJOY. These knives, if cleaned in a dishwasher, will indeed rust immediately.
I purchased this set in May 2007 as a gift for my wife. Both of us lead busy lives and were happy to come across this set, which was strongly recommended by Consumer Reports and had packaging touting the knives as "dishwasher safe." We sadly found the packaging claim to be a baseless marketing ploy, and have lost faith in Consumer Reports for not exposing this obvious flaw.
A complaint to Chicago Cutlery yielded a response saying the knives "are made of high carbon stainless steel which unfortunately does rust" and that "to avoid rust, the blades have to be kept well oiled." It should be noted that there are no such disclaimers or instructions in the set's included Care Guide. Also, despite the company's Lifetime Guarantee promising that "any piece found to be defective will be repaired or replaced at no charge," the company only offered to send some oil to help in rust removal.
I strongly advise against purchasing this product or any Chicago Cutlery items. Instead, find a manufacturer who stands behind their product and engages in honest marketing.
Description of Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 10-Piece Knife Set with Block
Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 10-Piece Block Set includes 1-Each 3-1/2-Inch paring knife, 1-Each 5-Inch utility/boning, 1-Each 8-Inch slicer, 1-Each 7-1/2-Inch chef, 1-Each 8-Inch sharpening steel, 4-Each 4-1/2-Inch steak knives, 1-Each block. Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan collection is constructed of a high-carbon stainless steel blade that stays sharper longer and is easy to resharpen. The ergonomically designed contoured polymer handles are durable, triple riveted, and hygienically nonporous for easy cleaning. The full tang blade extends the length of the knife to provide strength and balance.A great gift for the newlywed or college graduate setting up their first apartment, this eight-piece set contains almost every knife needed for most everyday uses, including a 3-1/2 inch paring knife for trimming, peeling, and dicing fruits and vegetables; a six-inch utility/boning knife for trimming fat, deboning chicken, and performing other delicate tasks; an eight-inch slicer to carve roast meats and poultry; and a 7-1/2-inch chef?s knife for all-purpose tasks from mincing garlic to chopping vegetables. Rounding out the set are four steak knives, indispensable for slicing and properly presenting everyone?s favorite cut of meat, an eight-inch sharpening steel, and an attractive hardwood storage block to store and protect the knives.
Chicago Cutlery?s Metropolitan line of knives makes an affordable introduction to high-quality kitchen cutlery. Stamped rather than forged for lighter weight and a more reasonable price, the blades are made from high-carbon stainless steel for rust and stain resistance and longer-lasting sharpness. Chicago?s exclusive Taper Grind edge produces impressively precise slices and retains its sharpness well over time; these knives will need to be re-sharpened regularly, but they take an edge beautifully and with regular maintenance can stay out-of-the-box sharp for years. A full tang extends from the tip of the knife to the end of the handle for improved balance and strength. Contoured, ergonomically designed polymer handles feature contemporary styling and are durable and non-porous, so they?re impervious to water and bacteria for increased food safety. Triple brass rivets secure the handle to the blade for extra stability. Chicago Cutlery covers their knives with a lifetime guarantee; they recommend hand-washing and drying for best result.--Mary Park
What?s in the Box
3-1/2-inch paring knife, 6-inch utility/boning knife, 8-inch slicer, 7-1/2-inch chef?s knife, 4 steak knives, 8-inch sharpening steel, 9-slot storage block.
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