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R.H. Forschner by Victorinox 3-Piece Fibrox Chef's Set, Molded Handles | 
 enlarge | Brand: R.H. Forschner by Victorinox
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $81.00
Buy New: $44.97
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Rating:  23 reviews
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 15.8 x 6.8 x 1.3
Warranty: Full US Warranty by Victorinox
MPN: 46892
Model: 46892
UPC: 046928468928
EAN: 0046928888924
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Boxed set includes 4-inch paring, 8-inch slicing, 10-inch chef's knife | | • | Fibrox high-carbon, no-stain-steel blades; full tang for strength and balance | | • | Made in Germany, hand-finished in Switzerland | | • | Ergonomic POM handles minimize wrist strain | | • | Dishwasher-safe, but washing by hand recommended; lifetime warranty |
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Product Description
The R.H. Forschner collection has grown in size and stature since its name was first carved in steel in 1855. Historically a premier choice of culinary professionals, it is still preferred by professionals today. Renowned for its extremely sharp, Swiss made, steel blades from Victorinox, R.H. Forschner provides professionals in food processing and preparation with superior quality, value-priced cutlery that enhances performance and increases productivity. They are manufactured in Switzerland. The renowned rosewood handles feature a carved handle design with the unique beauty of natural rosewood and are extra durable. The fibrox handles feature a non slip, ergonomic design and are NSF approved. The blades feature a high-carbon no stain steel with the unique Victorinox polished surface and a taper ground edge. **The NSF mark is a certification of quality assurance and hygienic design. The National Sanitation Foundation mark is proudly carried on all R.H. Forschner blades with a fibrox or nylon handle and assures you of quality and assurance to use in a commercial environment. Look for this mark. Realize that most manufacturers do not carry this seal!
Amazon.com Review
This set of three knives from R.H. Forschner by Victorinox makes an excellent gift for the home chef. The 4-inch paring knife adeptly manages most fruit and vegetable peeling, cutting, and garnishing; the 8-inch slicing knife carves the Thanksgiving turkey and other roasts; and the large 10-inch chef's knife tackles a multitude of kitchen chopping, mincing, and slicing tasks. The Fibrox blades are made in Germany and hand-finished in Switzerland. Providing a comfortable grip, the triple-rivet, ergonomic POM (plastic over molded) handles are curved in such a way so as to reduce wrist strain over long periods of use. While the knives are dishwasher-safe, Forschner recommends washing them by hand and covers them with a lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects. --Ann Bieri What's in the Box: 3 Fibrox knives: 4-inch paring; 8-inch slicing; 10-inch chef's.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 18 more reviews...
Bought as a gift for my son in chef school November 25, 2008
Roberta Kellum (Israel)
After doing a lot of research on Amazon, I decided to buy this set of knives for my high school son who is studying to be a chef. I figured that for a first set, the price could not be beat. My son is quite happy with these knives.
I also bought my son the knife sharpener made by the same manufacturer for use with these knives, but he wanted a different kind of sharpener.
A great starter set October 9, 2008
V. Distler (California, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is my first set of "real" knives, and they are great! Very comfortable to grip and use, and they are super sharp. When they first arrived, my roommate ran his thumb over the edge of the chef's knife and expressed skepticism about its sharpness. So he picked up a piece of paper and sliced at it. The cut was quick and smooth. He was impressed. My experience cutting tomatoes--often a good test--has been the same.
I had done a bunch of research before deciding on these knives. They are definitely a good buy, lots of value for the money. My only slight complaint (and it is really not much of one) is that they are advertised as dishwasher-safe, though hand washing is recommended. But when the set arrived, its instructions say specifically not dishwasher safe. It hasn't been a big deal. I wash the knives lovingly by hand.
 Excellent Product September 23, 2008
Joanne H. Quetel (Longmont, Co)
I sent these knives to my son for a birthday gift and he says that he loves them!
Best knife ever August 14, 2008
Joaquin Eduardo Perez Hernandez (San Cristobal, Venezuela)
I just bought this set of knife for my girldfriend as an anniversary gift because she it's about to begin in Chef School next summer, the quality it's amazing, i would recommend this set to everyone.
Buy it with your eyes closed, you won't regret.
Simply amazing August 12, 2008
Dave (nowhere)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I purchased these with the need for affordable knives, and I saw the perfect review score for this set on Amazon (18/18 reviews at 5 stars). I figured I couldn't go wrong.
I didn't.
Obviously the most important trait of a knife is how sharp it is. These are simply the sharpest knives I have ever used. I've used cheap ones that cheat and use a serration to achieve sharpness, and I've used pricier Henkels and similar. A sharper knife is actually a safer knife, since your cuts will be precise. A duller knife won't cut where you expect and can cause injuries that way. To give an idea of how sharp these are, I was able to easily slice a bagel without using a saw motion at all. Not impressed? I did the same with a ripe tomato. Yes, slicing a tomato with just pressing down. I'd never been able to do that with the Henkels even after a fresh sharpening. These knives have made so many kitchen tasks so much easier.
What's even better is that for the price of that Henkels chef knife, you get 3 of the most useful knives to have in the kitchen. This price is simply amazing for what you get.
Well, nothing is perfect and unfortunately these knives are no exception. After being used to the Henkels chef knife, this Forschner was startlingly lightweight. I know that over time I will adjust for it, but I would have liked more weight I suppose. I would just suggest that until you're used to the weight, just be extra careful with the chef's knife. All said, this is such a minor setback for how amazing these knives are otherwise.
There is a reason why these knives have so many 5 star ratings. They are simply that good. For the cost, there is no way you will regret buying them. I purchased these on a budget, and down the road when money isn't an issue, I'll be looking first at Forcshner/Victorinox.
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