6/26/2011

LamsonSharp 39656 Rosewood Stamped 10" Offset Bread Knife, serrated Review

LamsonSharp 39656 Rosewood Stamped 10 Offset Bread Knife, serrated
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I have been looking for a serrated knife to replace one that was no longer sharp and wasn't worth trying to sharpen. I happened to see this one favorably reviewed in the Cooks Illustrated magazine and thought I would give it a try.
I am by no means an expert with knives, but I do know works and doesn't work for me. This knife has quickly become one of my favorites. I have used it to cut bread, softer foods like tomatoes, and to carve turkeys; the knife has made quick work of all of them. I particularly like the offset handle so that my knuckles aren't rubbing against the cutting board at the end. This and my chef's knife are the only ones I have been using lately. Good knives can be very expensive but I think this one is moderately priced at $50.
There are two things that I would change however; the first is that I would prefer the knife to not have a wooden handle -- that's a personal preference because I prefer to put the knives in the dishwasher. The second is that I would have liked the blade to be a little more substantial. This company does offer these options at a higher price.
Overall I am pleased with the performance and the value of the knife.

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LamsonSharp's Rosewood series stamped cutlery feature oiled rosewood handles that are extremely durable. The blades are one-piece full tang, made from hardened and tempered high-carbon stainless steel from the USA. The blades are also taper-ground, polished, hand-edged and honed. The handles are triple riveted with brass rivets for perfect balance and weight.All LamsonSharp knives are covered under the Sharp For Life program. All LamsonSharp knife owners can have their knives sharpened by the craftsmen who made them, for life.Lamson & Goodnow, the makers of LamsonSharp knives, have been handcrafting cutlery since 1837 in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts. Lifetime warranty. Made in the USA. Blade Style: 10" Offset Serrated Bread.

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Wusthof Classic Bread Knife and Board Set - Wusthof 1590 Review

Wusthof Classic Bread Knife and Board Set - Wusthof 1590
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Wusthof makes great knives and this one is no exception. This is a nice sharp knife which will keep its edge for a long time and the fact that a cutting board comes with it is an added plus. It's just long enough for things which come out of a standard 4.5" loaf pan. However the somewhat short 6 inch length makes it less useful for cutting the big round crusty loaves produced using the New York Times no-knead method or the breads from Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day: 100 New Recipes Featuring Whole Grains, Fruits, Vegetables, and Gluten-Free Ingredients or Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day: The Discovery That Revolutionizes Home Baking
If you plan to use it on hearth style artisan breads in addition to standard loaves, you'd probably be happier with one having a longer blade, perhaps 8 or 9 inches.

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Includes Wusthof 1590 Wusthof Classic Bread Knife and Board Set.

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Messermeister Edge-Guard/Slicer, 10-1/2-Inch by 2-Inch Review

Messermeister Edge-Guard/Slicer, 10-1/2-Inch by 2-Inch
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If you store your knives in a drawer, spend a little cash and save your blood. Works as advertised. I have been using Edge-Guard for all my cutlery.

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Protect your investment in excellent knives, whether stored in a drawer or knife bag. Edge Guard insures sharp knives.

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6/25/2011

Amco Food Service Hearth Bread Pan Set Review

Amco Food Service Hearth Bread Pan Set
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Love this pan. The only problem is, it didn't fit in my oven...and I have a Professional Viking. Had to send it back -- which went very smoothly with no shipping costs. Thanks! Wish this company (or someone!) made a perforated hearth bread pan for home use.

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Amco 3-strap Hearth Bread Pan Set is manufactured to meet the exacting standards of the toughest commercial bakeries and food service establishments.Each pan is crafted from heavy-gauge aluminized steel, a 3-ply material consisting of two layers of tough corrosion-resistant perforated 3003 aluminum alloy around the durability, strength and superior heat conduction of carbon steel.The frame is supported by a thick, coated reinforcing wire to give the pan additional strength and insure greater durability. Pans have a silicone coating that provides for easy release of baked goods.Coating will darken with use.Pan bottom and sides are perforated for heat circulation creating a crispy, artisan crust on all sides of the loaf. Set of 3 Linked Bread Pans, each 11.5-inch by 6-inch by 2.5-inch.Each pan holds approximately a 2-pound loaf.

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Sante Cabin Kitchen Cast Iron Pie Pan Review

Sante Cabin Kitchen Cast Iron Pie Pan
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Something must have happened to quality control since these earlier reviews were written. I based my order upon these other five star reviews. I'll have to assume that the writers were honest and don't work for Sante.
What I took out of the box was a cheaply cast piece of junk ... the iron was pitted, slag chunks were on the side, someone had taken a sander to crudely remove one of them, and to call the quality of the casting "poor" would be raving praise. You could even see swirls in the metal due to temperature differentiation. They must have cast this is someone's barbecue (in China, because that is where it was made).
I went back and read the most popular review of this, by PJ, and the condition of my pan was the polar opposite of what he describes. I guess they cheapened it.
I'm a Prime member and have ordered more than 100 items per year from Amazon. I've only sent one thing back, a pair of shoes that were the wrong size.
This will be item 2.

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Santé Cabin Kitchen Cast Iron Pie Pan. With this true-seasoned cast iron pie pan, baking pies has never been so easy. The handles on each side make for easy lifting in and out of the oven. Cast iron creates even heat distribution, resulting in a perfect golden crust each time. Ready to use out of the box.

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Good Cook 9 Inch Ceramic Loaf Dish, Red Review

Good Cook 9 Inch Ceramic Loaf Dish, Red
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This loaf dish seems well made. 4 or 5 star quality. The product dimensions are given as: 13.1 x 8.8 x 7.7 inches and I purchased because I needed a large size. The actual dimensions are: 9 x 5 x 3 inches. The box says 9 x 5. This is Amazon's error. 2 stars because it is not usable for my needs.

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9 inch loaf ceramic loaf dish

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Wusthof Culinar 9-Inch Bread Knife Review

Wusthof Culinar 9-Inch Bread Knife
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There are really two main competitors in the high-end mainstream kitchen knife market: Henckels and Wusthof. Those who have used both usually have a preference. My preference (and therefore bias you should know about) is for the Wusthofs.
The Wusthof Culinar line is an all stainless steel look, rather than a black handle. Although the picture and some descriptions want you to think this is a single piece knife, be advised that the hand is a separate piece of stainless steel molded onto the tang. I personally prefer the handle of the Grand Prix and Classic, because the grip is surer for me, but this is, to some extent, a matter of personal preference. This series "looks" more professional to some (like a Viking stove).
This particular model, the bread knife, is a great knife. Many people think tomatoes are the hardest food items to clearly cut. I think bread is much more difficult; but this knife makes the task seem easy.
I highly recommend the Wusthof 9" bread knife.

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Only a blade with a serrated edge slices effortlessly through crispy baguettes, crunchy bread, and even crusty roasts. The precision forged blade, bolster, and tang are married to a hand-sculpted handle of the finest 18/10 stainless steel with an elegant satin finish.Wüsthof knives offer a harmonious blend of precision cutting performance, integrity of materials, safety, and comfort. The knife is hot-drop forged by hand from a single blank of high carbon no-stain steel, a specially alloyed surgical steel consisting of exacting proportions of carbon, chromium, molybdenum, and vanadium. The blade is perfectly tapered from bolster to tip, and from the back of the blade to the edge, and is honed by hand. Perfect balance is assured by the full extension of the tang through the length of the handle. A seamless fit at the bolster prevents food particles from entering.Size: 9"Dimensions: blade: 9"LMaterials: High carbon steel blade with 18/10 stainless steel handleCare: Dishwasher safe, although hand washing with a mild detergent is recommendedProduct of Solingen, Germany

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