I notice some scratching when I use this, espically on a new knife. Is there some way to avoid this?
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I am not sure if this sharpener works, you should return it while you still can
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Are you talking about the side of the knife, as opposed to the actual edge itself ? If so, I have noticed a scratch on two of my knives: it is a line that follows the curve of the edge, about 3/8 to 1/2 inch above the edge, on the right side if the blade, looking at it from the top as you hold the knife in your right hand. I'm guessing that one of the sharpening wheels is not exactly aligned. Until you asked this question, I had not noticed. That I did not notice is due to the fact that I occasionally clean my knives with a yellow/green abrasive sponge, so the sides are mildly scratched anyway. I only use this device if the blade has gotten pretty dull, which in my household is so rare that of my 20+ knives, I've only used it on the two aforementioned knives. ( it's rare because I steel my knives everyday, always cut on wood, and once per month I "steel" them on a ceramic rod. The dullness that I mentioned came from friends "helping" me in the kitchen, and using the knives on a porcelain plate. I just about dropped dead ! Ha ! ). The 464 certainly worked to put the edge back on, but it is rough on the blades. After using the 464, I then used a polishing steel to smooth out the actual edge itself. But, I'm afraid the scratching is inevitable. The only solution that I know is to find the guy in town who professionally sharpens the local restaurant knives. I found this person in San Antonio, and he can put a fabulous edge on the knife, and buff the sides if you want. He charges about $1.00 per inch ( so my 8 inch chef''s knife cost me about $8.00. Hope this helps, and good luck. Bill
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Yes. I have a ceramic-top stove and have had no problem with scratching. I like the pan. It is very shallow but I like it.
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i have been using mine and have never had a problem with scratching and the in and out works fine also hope this helps you
781469
Don't think you need to worry about scratching cookware surface as the blades do not touch the either the sides or the bottom of the pot. When I use the blender, I keep the blade guarde pretty much off of the pot surface but even if you do touch a surface, it would not leave a mark. Enjoy
912783
You would leave a scratch on the surface since it is stainless steel. I would use a cutting board.
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I've had my set for about a month and so far I haven't scratched anything, and I've always thought I was rather forceful when using knives. That being said I'd say no, utensils generally shouldn't mark the set up.
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I know what your saying about the scratches. I'm not sure. Sorry. There probably is a plastic knife, I would think.
1840846
Sorry, I have the same problem. My friend says the only fix is to get a slicer that is serrated.
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Little Griddle actually addresses this in a video on their website. The short answer is that you can, but it will dull your knife quickly.In terms of scratches, it's going to get scratched every time you scrape it clean or use a metal spatula, so I'm not sweating a few scratches from a knife. Think about what you see when you go to a Japanese grill--you can do the same thing with this griddle.
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I just stumbled upon your question while looking for flatware to add to my wedding registry and this is the set my parents have. We had this same issue with the black marks on the butter from the serrated grooves and had no idea what was causing them for the longest time. There is actually nothing wrong with the knives, we found that if you use these knives to cut an avocado, sometimes the rind/skin remains in the grooves even after being washed in the dishwasher.
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I'm guessing it depends on the type of grill you have. If it's stainless steel, it won't scratch but keeping a stainless steel grill "like new" is almost an impossibility. We have an older Weber 3000, so we weren't so concerned with scratching a new stainless grill pair we purchased.
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I'm seeing the same thing so it appears to be normal behavior. Here's that area from my knife, 2 months after moderate use: http://i.imgur.com/6YeplWF.jpg It looks worse than it is; if you run a point across the "gouge" it really isn't that deep.
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I haven't noticed any scratches on my knives . I have a good assortment of knives,I just slide them in. I hope this helps.
657247
You are putting too much pressure on the knife. Just hold it gently and drag it thru the slots. I did the same thing at first.
67584
The cutouts are coated in a smooth white layer over the metal. I've never had any problem with scratching.
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I don't have the problem but may know what problem is. Usually this occurs if the knives are put in a dishwasher. I always wash, disinfect and dry thoroughly by hand. If not done immediately after using, the tiniest amount of water droplets can permeate the metal substance of the knife. Key is hand wash and thoroughly dry utensils. Thank you
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The machine is made for Wusthof products; I've used it on other German made steel from the 60's with no problems. I have used on current knives,Chicago Steel, etc. and it does an OK job. As for scratching never noticed any, it really works great with their products, and ok with others,It's the Wusthof edge, it sharpens to. But never observed scratch on any cutlery