Is the Wusthof name burned into the wood like it is pictured or is it a cheap name tag glued on the block?
237310
I have the cherry version of the block (http://www.amazon.com/Wusthof-Slot-Storage-Block-Cherry/dp/B001CHDEAI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid;=1362421704&sr;=8-1&keywords;=cherry+wustof+block). It is not burned in or a cheap tag glued on, but rather a cut-out or "etched" logo that is the same color as the rest of the block. My cherry block is very nice quality, has a lot of heft and is definitely a real Wusthof.
237311
It appears to be stamped in. Would not recommend this. Junk. Veneer started to peel off the openings to slots within weeks
237312
Mine was burned in. But mine is several years old now. The logo is different (same company).
237313
The name is burned in, not a label.I don't remember exactly when I received mine but it was a couple of years ago. Amazon may have specific data.
237314
It is not burned In it is just a metal tag, I also noticed it is starting to seperate!
237315
It's burned in. doesn't look cheap at all. We find the product very handy, holding all our knives and still slots left over. It takes up a lot of real estate on the kitchen counter, but we had a spot that it fits in perfectly.
789656
It's a bunch of different wood pressed together with wax in the scabbard and the handle is glued on. The steel was great, not sure which it was. I took it apart and made a new sword.
1437994
It's real wood, maybe maple. I am happy with my purchase; however it did come the wrong hinge, which they replaced, I had to wait a few weeks for that. It had a few dings on it and there is a spot on the front where the wood glue is dried on the outside. Like some one put too much glue when they glued on the rosettes. I live with it cause I really like it, it's great for storage and I use it for a coffee table.
866475
No! Wusthof Gourmet knives are laser-cut from one piece of high carbon stainless steel. This is the new mass production way of making cheap knives. It just sounds impressive. Definitely not forged!
1197499
The one that I received has a stain on it. I put a scratch on mine by accident and you can see the natural wood underneath. I took a stain stick and went right over it and you can not tell. It does not have a shinny finish as it looks like it does in this picture. Mine has a dull finish. I am very happy with mine - just wished it was a little longer.
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Mine, purchased in 2013, has the Shun logo and name branded with a wood burner on the face, below the large slot for kitchen shears. I have seen images of some with a metal plate, so they may have switched manufacturing on this. I haven't seen any with no branding whatsoever (like the picture on Amazon's page).
2101336
It appears to be a stick on label, but I haven't tried to remove it. I'm afraid it would damage the finish on the frame. Sorry I can't help answer your question better.
1032785
I'm pretty sure it's an edge grain board. Butcher block type boards are usually end grain. :)
162879
I can't confirm for sure that the product was made in Germany, however, the "WUSTHOF" insignia is burned on the side of the knife storage, and the item is made of hardwood and is excellent quality. I feel because of that it was manufactured in Germany
1826481
I have used mine multiple times without any problems. The manufacturer on the decal is Metal Fusion, Jefferson AL. While it is not the best built frame, it is sturdy. The top burner is made from cast metal, possibly Chinese, but not known. It operates no different than other burners and has been doing a fine job for my purposes.
2215215
Phil, it's the wooden portion that is glued together, the cast plate is not affected. However, we have had to sand the area of glue "leakage" and it does look unsightly, but that area is covered by the cast iron during usage.
1282884
My personal experience with Cedar wood blocks, yes. This is a new brand for me. So, I do not know the "quality". But my understanding is one can buy the cedar spray to spray on the blocks to refresh it and or shave the blocks. Hope this helps!
1497209
No it is not, its very nice wood, I use my cutting boards on it. I love this, I am sooooo glad I purchased it.
389650
Yes it is all made of the same wood, seems like Cypress? I am not a wood expert. Good quality.I am happy with it.
1549287
Not sure where it is from, but it is solid, stained, high-quality wood. I was impressed as I did not expect such high quality. It lag bolds together and is extremely solid. Scratches easily fix with a dab of oil.
1132794
It's wood and I treated it as such WITH several coats of linseed oil. I love the knife.David Jones
2114812
It's really more like a "painted/stained" look to the wood frame. I love them and have gotten several compliments on them. They match my "dragonfly" motiff in my bathroom at our lakehome. The frame makes the photo appear very "rich".