J.A. Henckels 2-Piece Mezzaluna Set

by Henckels

Product Features

• Two-piece mincing/chopping set for herbs or nuts
• 8-inch-square hardwood board with circular bowl
• Stainless-steel double-bladed mincing knife
• Packaged in gift-quality box
• Lifetime guarantee

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 8.5 x 2.5 inches ; 2.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006CJLN
• Item model number: 39233-500
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,764 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #3 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Knives & Cutlery Accessories > Specialty Knives > Mincing Knives
  • #17 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Knives & Cutlery Accessories > Cutlery Sets > Boxed Knife Sets
  • #28 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets > Seasoning & Spice Tools > Choppers & Mincers

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Mince parsley or chop walnuts effortlessly with this board and knife set from cutlery king, Henckels. The curved, double-bladed stainless-steel knife slices and chops as it rocks gently in the bowl of the hardwood cutting board. A two-band brushed-stainless-steel handle gives the super-sharp knife a sure grip and a stylish, contemporary look. Measuring 8 inches square and 1-1/2 inches thick, the wooden board features four rubber feet screwed into the bottom, so it won't slide around on the table or counter. The set comes neatly packaged in a gift-quality black cardboard box. Henckels guarantees this set for life. --Ann Bieri

Product Description

Mince fresh herbs, garlic, onions and more using this set. A one-handed rocking motion is all that's needed on your part. The classic, half-moon shape has a 5-in. blade made of high-carbon steel with a satin finish, 18/10 stainless steel handle. It comes with an 8-in. diameter wood bowl, sized to accommodate the curved blade. The mezzaluna is dishwasher-safe; hand-washing is recommended for the bowl..

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

37 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Busy B&B LOVES Mezzaluna!, February 3, 2007

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Devona Porter "Tucker House B&B" (Louisville, KY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: J.A. Henckels 2-Piece Mezzaluna Set (Kitchen)

Since I own a B&B, I grow my own herbs. I have owned this mezzaluna for a number of years and it's still going strong; the blades are just as razor-sharp for mincing fresh herbs as they were the first time I used it. The wooden "bowl" has become somewhat discolored, but that's okay by me -- it's just beginning to take on that "antiqued" look that I love! This is one of those little-known products that makes you say, "How did I ever get along without this?" You can mince ANY fresh herb quickly and near-effortlessly with this item. I also use it for chopping other fresh vegetables and dried fruit for my scones. The ONLY drawback (honestly) is the design of the blade. The handle resembles the blade so much that you need to be extra careful not to grab the blade instead of the handle -- which is why it only gets four stars and not five! If Henckels would revisit this "character flaw," they'd have a perfect product! Oh, and you won't want to submerge the wooden chopping bowl in water for any great length of time (just as you wouldn't want to do that with a good chopping board, either) as it might warp somewhat. Mine did just that, but when it dried completely, it went back into shape -- and I learned my lesson -- which I'm now sharing with you! This is a product for serious cooks who spend a lot of time in the kitchen preparing quality, fresh food. I ordered five of these and doled them out to friends and family members (who are "serious cooks") for Christmas gifts. They all love theirs! Enjoy your newest kitchen gadget and use with confidence!

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Double blade a disappointment, July 3, 2007

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M. Stuart (Northridge, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: J.A. Henckels 2-Piece Mezzaluna Set (Kitchen)

Have used the mincing set several times now and for the most part enjoy it. The draw back is the cutter (it is quite sharp, by the way - so be careful). Looking at it the cutter looks double efficient however, I've been using it with cilantro, which is clingy anyway and it really gets into the space between the blades. Difficult clearing it out and drying it without getting cut. Hoping for better results with parsely and other herbs. The board/bowl is great. Cleans up nicely.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for herb chopping, April 4, 2008

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C "C" (SC) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: J.A. Henckels 2-Piece Mezzaluna Set (Kitchen)

The Henckels 2-piece mincing set works great for fine chopping of herbs. It is the sharpest one I have seen. I agree with some of the reviews that state it is hard at times to distinguish the handle from the blade when you quickly pick it up, so you have to be very aware of this to ensure you don't grabe the sharp cutting blade end instead of the handle. I have been keeping mine in the lightweight cardboard sleeve that it came in. It would be helpful to have a good, strong plastic sleeve to put over the cutting blades. I haven't tried chopping nuts with this cutter, but think it would do a fantastic job.