Are the knifes made from a preformed blank or do you forge it by hand?
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Not sure,but the quality is superior to a number of knives I have purchased at higher prices from other venders. Layers are tight with few if any carbon pockets in the two knives I purchased from this vender. Am fully satisfied with both purchases.
1603067
These knives are made from forged damascus billet. The pattern is not printed by acid etching, It is not fake damascus acid etched damascus. It is folded several times and forged to obtain hundreds of layers.
1603068
No idea, there is little or no information provided by the seller. I doubt, for 40 dollars or so, it is true damascus steel, but that is just my opinion which may, or may not, have any validity. I have one, but would I buy another one? No, probably not, with the cost of international shipping and the cost of the knife itself it isn't really a bargain especially if you don't know what you are getting. This goes beyond the scope of your question but there is really no way to answer. All one can do is offer an opinion.
1603069
I don't make them, but owning one, there's no way to make legitimate pattern welded steel from a blank. Those are the "damascene" type, usually acid etched with a pattern, whereas these are folded, making the design part of the structure. So yeah. Definitely not blanks.
1603070
I do not recall that information in any of the reading so I cannot answer that question honestly...Joe
1603071
I have purchased several models of these knives. In looking the knives over closely, it appears that the knife originates as a Damascus Bar Stock and the blade is formed via a stock removal process. There is enough variation between blades of the same model to suggest that in the stock removal process, each blade is shaped and finished individually.
2177727
My research indicates that only the forging process allows for a bolster to be placed on the knife. So when you see that piece of steel that protects your fingers and prevents your hand from sliding forward on the knife, you know it's forged steel.
360738
I believe all the knives in this set are forged. They all look like the steak knives. As to where these were made, have no clue anymore, threw the packaging away when I decided to keep the knives. They are really good knives, no matter where they were made.
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You can sharpen them, I'm guessing until the end. I've only had to sharpen mine one or two times.
810330
Usually if a knife is made in China, it will have "CHINA" stamped on the blade. My knife does not have anything stamped on the blade.
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I have a variety of Henckel knifes; about 20 in all. I do place them in the dishwasher but without detergent of any kind; that is important. Otherwise, hand wash ONLY. Finally, they should be "freshened" with a steel before each use. Other than that, I take them to a professional about every other year. That is it. I do not know what you intend to do with them "everyday/5 days a week". But, if you are professional cook, chef, whatever, then you may need to have them re-sharpened maybe once every 6 months. The knifes shown are not stamped, they are forged. As long as they are not abused, they should retain their edge for a while. I have a variety of Henckel knifes; about 20 in all. I do place them in the dishwasher but without detergent of any kind; that is important. Otherwise, hand wash ONLY. Finally, they should be "freshened" with a steel before each use. Other than that, I take them to a professional about every other year. That is it. I do not know what you intend to do with them "everyday/5 days a week". But, if you are professional cook, chef, whatever, then you may need to have them re-sharpened maybe once every 6 months. The knifes shown are not stamped, they are forged. As long as they... » Read More I have a variety of Henckel knifes; about 20 in all. I do place them in the dishwasher but without detergent of any kind; that is important. Otherwise, hand wash ONLY. Finally, they should be "freshened" with a steel before each use. Other than that, I take them to a professional about every other year. That is it. I do not know what you intend to do with them "everyday/5 days a week". But, if you are professional cook, chef, whatever, then you may need to have them re-sharpened maybe once every 6 months. The knifes shown are not stamped, they are forged. As long as they are not abused, they should retain their edge for a while. « Show Less
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It says on the knife made in China. I've had mine for almost a year and they are well made. The only issue is you have to hand wash and dry. If ran thru the dishwasher they start to have small rust spots on them. Other than that great set of knives.
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Sorry, I already tossed the packaging. However, if you go to www.hamptonforge.com you can ask Hampton Forge LTD (R) directly. It is a US company based in New York and New Jersey but I can't tell you were they get there knives from. I do have to say they are awesome knives. But be careful they are so sharp I have cut myself and didn't even realize it until I saw the blood. I hope this info helps :)
2167353
they're plastic and kinda J-shaped. You just push the small end into the precut holes.
1552181
The literature says they are made in Switzerland, though it's possible the raw plastic for the handles comes from elsewhere. Doesn't matter anyway, you'll love these knives.
916348
I assumed they were to be used as-is. Most of us would not own the equipment to sharpen, nor know how to do it. there is a coating (paint) on the blade, and my impression was that they did not appear very sharp out of the box.
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Mine is molded. Fine edge. Rugged knife that replaces (IMHO) the USAF Pilot Survival knife that I had in the '60s. Good balance and an all around strong knife. Excellent sheath that holds the knife very well.
178925
Yes, they are handmade in China. But I will say this, I have bought 3 knives from this manufactor and all 3 were outstanding in quality!
655012
They are made in Germany which makes the best knives.They are very sharp.Have had the knives almost a year now use them all the time.Recommend washing by hand to keep edge from getting knicks.Gave them a five out of five.Definitely worth the price.
489867
They are not made cheap, but I hand wash all my knives. Just my knives though
703497
The knives are rounded out but the rest of the pieces all have a very slight indent. Hope that helps
1847656
Hello, these knives are made from a one piece design, and the handle is thinner than a normal steak knife, so even though they may fit into the slots, they might fall out. But they are still worth buying as they are very sharp and sleek. Just keep them in your drawer.