I've used this set for several years now (mine is the Insignia Matte Series) and have been very pleased with the overall cutting ability of these knives.Even though I also own Global and Shun kitchen knives, I find myself being drawn to the Insignia knives when I am in a hurry or in the middle of a large project.Although both the Global and the Shun have sharper edges, their price difference doesn't equate directly to the increased level of sharpness that you get.That is to say, yes Global and Shun knives are sharper, but they are not three to four hundred percent sharper all though their price difference certainly would suggest that.
Using my Insignia knives, I am able to quickly dice, cut, and slice through onions, carrots, chicken, roasts, etc.That said, there are several cavets that need to be stated.First, don't wash these knives in a dishwasher.It has nothing to do with the quality of the steel.I wouldn't wash my Ken Onion Shun Chef's knife in the dishwasher and that one knife costs as much as two whole sets of the Insignia.Second, these knives need to be honed regularly.A few strokes after every use makes a real difference.Third, after owning the knives for almost two years, Isharpened each of the knives on oil stones.These knives, like all knives will need tobe resharpened from time to time.The good news is that they resharpened quite nicely, a tribute to their quality.Since resharpening, they have continued to hold their edges.
Last, the balance of these knives is more than adequate.I also own the matching sanduko and have found it to be the best of the series.All though I am a bit of a knife snob, and although I would love to purchase a block set of either the Shun or the Globals, I can't justify it given that the Insignia's cut so well.My wife would really give me no end of grief if I threw out a perfectly good set of knives.And a good set of knives these are.
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Chicago Cutlery Insignia Steel 12-Piece Knife Block SetProduct Description: Chicago Cutlery Insignia Steel 12-Piece Set includes 1-Each 3-1/2-Inch paring knife, 1-Each 5-Inch utility knife, 1-Each 8-Inch chef knife, 1-Each 8-Inch slicer knife, 6-Each 4-1/2-Inch steak knives, 1-Each 8-Inch steel, and 1-Each 11 slot block. Chicago Cutlery Insignia Matte collection is constructed of high-carbon stainless steel blades featuring our exclusive Taper Grind edge which is extremely sharp and enables precision cutting. The forged bolster provides balance and safety while ergonomically designed stainless steel handles combine comfort and safety with sleek, contemporary styling.
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I love these bowls! They are larger than the bowls from my previous dishes and one of the reasons I decided to get them instead of the rimmed soup bowls. They are used daily and washed in the dishwasher and still look great. They are durable and after months of use have held up extremly well.
