Amazon.com Review
Signed by celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse (Bam!) and made by celebrated cutlery manufacturer Wüsthof, the five kitchen knives in this set have the same three-rivet, virtually indestructible poly handles as Wüsthof's premium Classic knives. Instead of being forged, however, the blades and full tangs are cut from steel sheets by precision lasers. That means no bolsters, but it also means the knives are perfectly shaped and fit their handles seamlessly. Moreover, the blades' high-carbon stainless steel is identical to that of Wüsthof's premium knives, only thinner.
The knives are an 8-inch chef's knife with a broad, curved blade for rocking through chopping tasks; an 8-inch bread knife with a serrated edge for slicing crusty loaves; a 4-1/2-inch utility knife; a 3-inch paring knife with a straight, serrated edge and a drop point for slicing tomatoes and soft fruits; and a 3-inch paring knife with a tapered blade and sharp point for peeling and cleaning fruits and vegetables. Rounding out the set are a rugged pair of shears that come apart for sharpening, a 9-inch honing steel for keeping knife edges aligned, and a wood storage block with 9 slots--including one for the shears--bearing Emeril's and Wüsthof's logos. Hand washing the knives is recommended to protect their edges. --Fred Brack
What's in the Box
8-inch chef, 8-inch bread, 4-1/2-inch utility, 3- and 2-1/2-inch parers, 9-inch honing steel, shears, 9-slot wood storage block
Product Description
Emeril Pro Cutlery was designed with Emeril Lagasse’s expertise in the kitchen and Wusthof’s engineering of knives. This team effort has produced one of the most beautiful and functional knives on the market. Emeril has kicked it up a notch with Emeril Pro. It is a precision forged knife with discriminating attention to comfort and performance. From the Micarta handle to the mirrored polished edge, the Emeril Pro will surely be a kitchen favorite. As in a recipe, it is the little things and the attention to detail that truly make a dish a masterpiece. the same is true with fine cutlery and it is this detail that makes Emeril Pro stand out. This set includes Come Apart Shears, a 9 inch Sharpener, In-Draw Knife Tray, Large (walnut)Emeril Pro 3.5 inch Paring Knife, Emeril Pro 4.5 inch Utility Knife, Emeril Pro 6 inch Boning Knife, Emeril Pro 8 inch Offset Hollow Ground Slicer, Emeril Pro 8 inch Cook’s Knife, and a Bonus 8 Pocket Cordura Knife Roll.