How long will they stay sharp? Are the colors scratched off with time ? Thanks.
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I'm sorry I can't respond to the question as I haven't had my knives long enough. However, I do have a suggestion for anyone who doesn't find the clear storage block attractive ... I bought the sheaved knives and, at a craft store, bought a pail (filled with beans) the color of one of the knives. It's attractive.
613609
After having them for about a year, they are still sharp. The paint hasn't scratch off. We hand wash them though, so not sure if a dishwasher would take it off
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So far I've had min for a few months, and I have used them a lot. Still nice and sharp, haven't had the need to sharpen it.
1749070
They are the same as any other knives except for the non slip/stick coating so yes! One problem I can see happening is them dulling a bit quicker then using a standard cutting board.
898817
I only use them 5 times per month and they stay sharp for 6/9 months. I do use a steel on them with every use.
488266
There was nothing that came with the glasses that mentioned them having a scratch resistant coating. I've had mine since Nov 2013 and use them for yard work. When not in use they're in their bag. They don't have any scratches yet, but I take care of them so as not to get scratches. They darken, but only to a gray coloration. I read that weather affects them; hot weather lessens the darkening and cool weather allows them to get darker. If you're in Phoenix in the summer, you'd probably want something else for sunglasses.
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The ones I got were sharp. Actually used last 1/2 of season without having to sharpen. They appear to hold the edge pretty good.
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The Blades come Sharp, so be careful when you are working around them. I cover mine when not in use, because of my noise cats. They are not as sharp as knives, but I would Still be careful. I would Think once a season would be a good time to sharpen. There is a kit that you can buy for that.
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No they stay sharp. I have had them for one year and they are still sharp. The only thing is though you should was them by hand and put them back in the protective sleeve to keep them from chipping.
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How long are you expecting them to last? For me, I sharpen about 6-10 pencils before the fine blade dulls. I can replace it twice (with the replacements provided) and the threads seem to hold up. The actual sharpener body is aluminum, I think, so you can overtighten the screws and screw up (HA!) the threads.
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I dont know. Ive had mine on craigslist since i bought them, trying to sell them, becuz very disappointed how NOT sharp they are.
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It might be ok to put them in a dishwasher, I don't think the colors would wear off, but to sustain the longevity of knives in general it is best to hand wash and dry immediately.
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I purchased about 6 months ago. Still sharp but if you do not hand wash they will show spots of rust.
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I personally use each blade for a week/seven days before swapping it out for a new one. I've used them for longer and they start to dull after that.
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I've had mine since April and think they are great. Although they are white, I've had no issue with staining, which was something that concerned me when I first got them. I also haven't had any issues with scratching, but I'm very careful not to use metal utensils with them, and I don't stack them directly on top of each other. I just put thin towels between them for storage. Overall, I'm very pleased with this set and would recommend purchasing them.
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Linda, I believe they're supposed to stay sharp forever, but who knows about that. Main thing is I read that they were for slicing, not chopping, so I guess they can be damaged. I use mine for chopping, and so far, it's held up. I chop vegetables mostly and slice meat. I wouldn't use the knife on anything really hard. I don't think it's supposed to break in half. You might want to call the retailer.
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They are fine for about a dozen uses before they get dirty And then when they are being cleaned, that's when they get scratched reguaress of how carful they are cleaned. They are very sensitive plastic. They are very minor scratches. But when you are shooting long ranges with a rifle, the scratches are very noticeable.
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My Mother has had these knives for a couple years, always put them through the dishwasher, and they're just as sharp (or, at least, not noticeably dull) as the day they were first purchased. I have yet to see them rust either. Hope that helps!