ZWILLING Pro 7-pc Knife Block Set with Bonus Sharpener

Product Description

ZWILLING Pro is the most user-friendly knife available to market. The unique blade shape and ergonomic bolster are the result of 280 years of experience in knife making, and the rigorous study of how knives are used. A unique curved bolster supports the professional pinch grip, with thumb and index finger on the blade, for secure cutting and less fatigue. The blade was redesigned with a broader curve in the front to facilitate the rocking motion of Western cutting, even as the straight back is ideal for the Asian chopping motion. The full length of the blade can be utilized when cutting and can be sharpened from bolster to tip Designed in Italy by Matteo Thun and made in Germany by ZWILLING J.A. Henckels, the company that sets the standard for exceptional cutlery worldwide. Set includes 4″ Paring Knife, 5.5″ Fine Edge Prep Knife, 8″ Traditional Chef’s Knife, 8″ Bread Knife, Kitchen Shears, 9″ Sharpening Steel, 2-Stage Sharpener and 16-slot ZWILLING Pro Hardwood Knife Block.

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Designed for the aspiring hobby chef, the Professional S series offers the excellence expected from Zwilling J.A. Henckels, the upscale partner of Henckels International. The Professional S series blends traditional handles with precision-honed state of the art blades. Providing the essentials for getting a kitchen started, this eight-piece set includes a 2-3/4-inch paring/boning knife, a 4-inch paring knife, a 5-inch serrated utility knife, a 5-inch hollow-edge santoku knife, and an 8-inch chef’s knife. A 9-inch sharpening steel keeps their edges in order, and a pair of kitchen shears to snip herbs, flowers, or string is also included. Everything stores neatly in the natural hardwood block.

Professional S knives are constructed of premium German high-carbon, no-stain steel. The blades are Friodur ice hardened for increased ability to hold an edge and take resharpening. Classically styled handles feature the strength of a full tang and triple rivets, even as an enhanced bolster adds to the balance. Henckels recommends washing and drying all fine knives immediately after use. Made in Germany, the set comes with a lifetime warranty. –Ann Bieri

From the Manufacturer

The J.A. Henckels Twin Professional S (or Pro S) knife series features trustworthy quality and classic three-rivet styling–it’s a line of knives admired by both professional chefs and home cooks of all skill levels. The Twin Pro S line contains knives for all tasks, including the following open stock knife types: parer, bread, peeling, sandwich, utility, carving, steak, chef’s, Granton edge slicer, santoku, and others. Twin Pro S knives are also available in a range of block sets and gift sets, to make sure that your cutlery needs are covered.

A Reliable Standard in Knife Construction

Twin Pro S knives are precision forged from a single piece of exclusive-formula, high-carbon, no-stain steel under the all-new Sigmaforge standard. Consequently, Twin Pro S knives have improved quality consistency, lasting sharpness, and perfect geometry. Sigmaforge one-piece construction also provides high precision and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving state of the art retention for lasting sharpness. In addition, Twin Pro S knives use J.A. Henckels’s Friodur ice hardening for corrosion resistance, a process that also contributes to state of the art retention.

An Ergonomic Deal with for Easier Use

J.A. Henckels’s Twin Pro S knives boast a comfortable, ergonomic three-rivet Deal with design that won’t wear against the hand and helps to provide regulate when doing any cutting task. These durable Novodur handles are perfectly bonded to the full tang on each knife for stability and durability. The impeccably balanced super bolster provides weight and adds balance for safer and more professional cutting.

Features

• Sigmaforge one-piece precision-forged construction: Provides perfect geometry, high precision, and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving state of the art retention for lasting sharpness.
• Laser-controlled edge: Is sharper and stays sharper longer. Has a more consistent blade angle.
• Friodur ice hardening: Maximum no-stain properties and more blade strength. Improved resistance to corrosion and pitting.
• Super bolster: Provides weight, insures safety, and adds balance.
• Full visible tang construction: Provides proper balance and greater strength.
• High-carbon no-stain steel, an exclusive J.A. Henckels formula: Nonstaining, nonrusting.
• Precision honed: Is sharper and stays sharper longer.
• Triple-riveted Novodur handles: Durable, strong, and smooth, these comfortable handles are perfectly balanced.
• Dishwasher-secure: Easy care (though hand washing is recommended by J.A. Henckels).
• Full warranty: J.A. Henckels stands at the back of all its knives.

Includes 4″ Paring Knife, 5.5″ Fine Edge Prep Knife, 8″ Traditional Chef’s Knife, 8″ Bread Knife, TWIN Kitchen Shears, TWIN 9″ Sharpening Steel, 2-Stage Sharpener and 16-slot ZWILLING Pro Hardwood Knife Block.
Curved bolster encourages cutting with improved precision, safety and comfort
SIGMAFORGE knife is forged from a single piece of Special Formula High-Carbon NO STAIN stainless steel
Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade starts sharper, stays sharper longer, and has superior resilience
Precision-honed blade and laser-controlled edge ensures ideal cutting angle for sharpness and durability