Product Description

Zwilling Four Star knives are constructed under Henckels sigmaforge standards which guarantees perfect geometry, as well as better weight and balance. High carbon, no-stain steel blades which are Friodur ice-hardenened guarantees durability and maximum corrosion resistance. Comfortable, molded polypropylene handles are manufactured in Germany.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #69549 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Black
• Brand: Zwilling JA Henckels
• Model: 39190-000
• Dimensions: 11.50" h x 1.00" w x 5.00" l, .90 pounds

Features

• Friodur ice-hardened blades; high-carbon stainless steel; long-lasting edges; easy to resharpen
• Full-tang blades for balance and strength; precision-honed; stain-resistant
• Hand washing recommended for fine cutlery
• Made in Germany
• Lifetime warranty

Amazon.com Review
Most of the Henckels lines--including the popular Four Star series--feature blades made of Friodur, a special ice-hardened, no-stain steel created and patented by the company in 1939. This special formula was designed for exceptional hardness and high resistance to corrosion. The blades on these steak knives are slim and narrow to facilitate even, precise meat cutting and flexible enough to allow thin slicing. The ergonomically designed polypropylene handles--like that of all the products in the Four-Star line--are designed to balance perfectly in the hand.

Founded in 1731, the J.A. Henckels company is not only one of the world's oldest cutlery manufacturers, it's also one of the most well-respected, creating best-selling knives guaranteed to last a lifetime. --Kim Harwell

Customer Reviews

Excellent
The cost of these knives probably puts them out of reach for the average household (who wants to spend $35 a piece for a steak knife for company to scratch against stoneware plates?), but if you want top-of-the-line knives that cut through anything, hold their edge, and feel sturdy in your hand, give these knives a second look. They compare favorably to the other more expensive Henckels, as well as the pricey Wusthof lines.

Wonderful steak knives
These are wonderful knives. They cut the meat as easily as a case knife going through butter. I am very happy with this product and plan to purchase more.

So disappointed in Henckels
I have owned and enjoyed and recommended Henckels knives for years; naturally, when I needed high quality steak knives, I went to them first. I have owned this set for less than 6 months. Tonight while merely cutting a pork chop, the blade that I was using snapped right through the steel, near the handle. There was no unusual force being applied; just an ordinary cut through tender meat.

I have had this happen with lesser knives, but never expected it with this set. I had read a review speaking of this problem at the time I ordered my steak knives but decided to disregard it and go with my experience. I hope you will listen and not waste your hard earned money.