since I do not own wusthof knives, Is this still aq better model than chef's choice 1520 or others?
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I don't believe it matters what brand knife you own. I have several brands of knifes and it works better than any of the other two sharpeners I have owned. It's a winner, unlike the Cubs.
1633728
I've never used any other electric sharpener. I always used the Norton triple stone system. Since I've bought this sharpener my knives haven't been this sharp since I bought them. I have Wustoff knives but I also have various knives from other brands as well as pocket knives. This sharpener works on all of them perfectly.
496601
No it's isn't. I actually don't even recommend it. It's nice but I prefer a chef's knife with more versatility. It's nice from an aesthetic perspective and cutting tomatoes. I hope this helps.
1245415
Don't know a lot about the cold steel leatherneck series. They look like a K-bar upgrade and K-bar has been a well used and appreciated knife. I have read the SOG knife was chosen by a panel of military inspector types as the best of the best and the elite is an improved model.
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Hi. I'm from Victorinox Swiss Army. The blades are EXACTLY the same. The three differences are 1.) the packaging an 2.) the handle and 3.) The 40520 is NSF approved. The knife usually arrives in a red and white cardboard box. The handle is more tapered than the 40520 and is designed to be more ergonomic. It has a slightly different texture applied to the handle as well, but both are gritty and slip-resistant. The 40520 was designed for commercial kitchens and is NSF approved for food safety in commercial ktichens. The 6.8063.20 was designed for the home chef who does not need that certification on the knife. Please let me know if you have any other questions.Thanks,Tracey Hi. I'm from Victorinox Swiss Army. The blades are EXACTLY the same. The three differences are 1.) the packaging an 2.) the handle and 3.) The 40520 is NSF approved. The knife usually arrives in a red and white cardboard box. The handle is more tapered than the 40520 and is designed to be more ergonomic. It has a slightly different texture applied to the handle as well, but both are gritty and slip-resistant. The 40520 was designed for commercial kitchens and is NSF approved for food safety in commercial ktichens. The 6.8063.20 was designed for the home chef who does not need that... » Read More Hi. I'm from Victorinox Swiss Army. The blades are EXACTLY the same. The three differences are 1.) the packaging an 2.) the handle and 3.) The 40520 is NSF approved. The knife usually arrives in a red and white cardboard box. The handle is more tapered than the 40520 and is designed to be more ergonomic. It has a slightly different texture applied to the handle as well, but both are gritty and slip-resistant. The 40520 was designed for commercial kitchens and is NSF approved for food safety in commercial ktichens. The 6.8063.20 was designed for the home chef who does not need that certification on the knife. Please let me know if you have any other questions.Thanks,Tracey « Show Less
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A search of either leads you to the same knife. The knife is awesome. I own one and have give two as gifts.
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It's not perfect, but much better than the chefs choice unit it replaced. Also, unlike the chefs choice, it doesnt mar the side of the blade
41888
I don't have the plus, but I think that this is a newer model with some additional 'ease of use' functions like the push button adjustable blade. I would think that they both slice the same, but I don't know how many people would own both to know.
1019199
Doesn't seem to be much difference in any of those respects. They are all great knives. For the price they are actually exceptional. I had purchased three to see in person, keep the one i liked best and gift the other two. I ended up choose the color I liked bestt..... That's what it came down to, because they were all great knives.
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The other model was review and "approved" by the NSF for commercial kitchens. This model even though identical was not reviewed and hence cannot claim NSF approved. This is a best guess based on the information that I saw regarding this knife. I own one and it works wonderfully well for our kitchen needs.
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they are the same knife. the only differences are the color and the sheath. But i have seen some price differences as well. But as functionality goes they are the same. I choose this one simply because it has a more natural color.
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I do not own any Shun knives, and only one Heckels. I do have several Victorinox knives, one of which is their 8" chef's knife which has a 15 Asian edge grind rather than the 20 European/American edge. This sharpener has two primary wheels, one for 20 and one for 15. The final honing wheel is designed to put an amazingly sharp edge on either edge angle. Note that the honing wheel is ceramic rather than diamond dust as on some previous models. I had an earlier Chef's Choice with the diamond honing wheel. It was sufficient, but the edge didn't come close the sharpness the ceramic wheel on the 1520 is capable of producing. It's close to razor sharp. I love my 1520; I give it a five-star recommendation.
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Yes, the 2 feels a lot heavier in the hand. I had both the 2 and 10, until I deemed them both unsuitable for my survival style; the 2, well, because although indestructible, it's extremely heavy; and the 10 because, well, it's a shorter version of the 9, which happens to be my favorite. If you want an honest opinion from an avid survivalist and military veteran, the perfect combo is the 9 with a 16 or 17. That's all you really need. But, if you just want one good survival knife that can do it all, go with the 10 or 7. The 2 is just too much steel. Besides, all the Beckers are pretty much indestructible. The only thing the 2 could specialize in compared to the others is prying, but you shouldn't be prying with knives anyhow.
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When I bought mine earlier last year, the knife sent to me was S30V. If anything, it's an upgrade from what is mentioned here.
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V7000 is a newer model, sleeker, built in hold handle, apparently color choices, and a 0 plane safety storage plate. It cuts the same as v1001. I'd you have color preferences, or children you believe will tamper with your cutting tools then v7000 is the choice for you. However, if you just need a slicing tool, v1001 will be extremely efficient for your kitchen. I do suggest with any mandolin slicer that you purchase upgraded safety gloves to protect your hands. Trust me.
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I bought it as a gift and haven't used it. From what I understand global knifes are shapend at a different angle than German knifes. It wouldn't be ideal.
380512
My guess is that it costs a bit to get the NSF review and approval stamp(nothing is free). This knife is selling for appr. 20% less than the same model with a stamp that does nothing to improve the less expensive model's equal and thus excellent performance. The $ difference is better in my pocket than theirs.
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the 47513 is more flexible great for filleting fish. the 40513 is more ridged - more for boning chicken and such. buy both they are the best knives for the money. this isthe only brand I would ever buy from now on.