Wusthof Grand Prix II 10-Piece Knife Set with Storage Block

Wusthof Grand Prix II 10-Piece Knife Set with Storage Block Review

Wusthof Grand Prix II 10-Piece Knife Set with Storage Block Feature

• 8-inch cook's, 8-inch hollow carving, 8-inch serrated bread, 5-inch boning, 5-inch brunch, 4-1/2-inch utility, 3-1/2-inch paring, 9-inch sharpening steel, kitchen shears, and 17-slot oak block
• Knives precision-forged from a single piece of high-carbon, stain-resistant steel
• Sturdy, steel bolsters; tang extends almost the full handle length for strength
• Ergonomically designed, slip-resistant handles; sleek, contemporary look
• Manufactured in Solingen, Germany; hand wash; lifetime warranty

Wusthof's Grand Prix II knives differ slightly from the original Grand Prix line in that they feature a redesigned handle with more ergonomic curve and a squared-off end. Contemporary in look, the pebble-grain synthetic handle is molded over an extended tang for a sure, comfortable grip. Because there is less steel in the tang, a Grand Prix II cook's knife offers slightly less heft than its Classic counterpart, yet more than the trim Le Cordon Bleu. All are beautifully balanced. This all-purpose 10-piece set includes the following knives: 8-inch cook's, 8-inch hollow carving, 8-inch serrated bread, 5-inch boning, 5-inch brunch (great for bagels), 4-1/2-inch utility, and 3-1/2-inch paring. Also included are a 9-inch sharpening steel, kitchen shears, and an oak block with 17 slots, which means room for adding more.

Each Grand Prix II knife is precision forged from a single piece of high-carbon, stain-resistant steel. The blade has been impeccably ground, tapered, and polished, and its edge laser-tested for uniformity. After repeated use, the edge may be easily resharpened using a sharpening steel. Though the knives are dishwasher-safe, Wusthof recommends hand-washing all fine cutlery. Made in Germany, the knife set is fully guaranteed to be free of defects in materials and/or craftsmanship. --Ann Bieri