Chef's Choice 440 2-Stage Manual Sharpener Review

I thought I was quite a knife expert, having practised using a two sided stone at a cooking store where I purchased the first of my fine chefs' knives. I would use the stone every month or so and then follow with periodic fine tuning with a steel. I have been following this routine for twenty years and I thought my knives were getting the best treatment. Well, that was until I found the manual 440two stage. I believe that only a manual can sharpen and protect a knife because overheating is known to change the temper of high carbon steel. After I got married my wife had this 440 sitting in the cabinet and I gave it a try. Not having the instructions, I used the philosophy that less is more and only pulled a few strokes through the 1 side and a few through the 2.The results were amazing! This inexpensive device preserves the hollow ground and it is almost impossible to do damage to a quality knife with this sharpener. I immediately sent one to my mother and she is getting excellent results now too. Providing that the knife is quality to start with and has not been abused by cutting on hard surfaces or clanging against metal and plates in a dishwasher, you will experience a knife that is sharper than a barber's razor. Here is a case where easy and cheap beats all other options.

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Swiss Diamond Cast-Aluminum Nonstick 7-Piece Cookware Set Review

I made a list of my likes and dislikes of all of the cookware I've ever used.

My List: Non-stick, easy cleanup, no rivets in the cooking area, clear ventable covers, no squishy handles, a durable lining to handle meats with bones, and something I wouldn't have to replace every couple of years.

After searching the internet for my perfect cookware I decided to try Swiss Diamond.So far, I'm extremely happy with it.

A word of warning though.Food really doesn't stick.I almost tossed breakfast out of the skillet one morning, when I moved it to a different burner.Needless to say, cleanup has been a breeze.

The clear ventable covers are good.I don't have to remove the lid to see if I need to turn things over.(The stove doesn't get splattered with greese, from me checking the food status every few minutes.)

I haven't cooked meats with bones in the cookware yet, but my 13 year old nephew scrambled eggs with a metal fork.Yes, I was very afraid...Absolutely no marks.So, I'm pretty sure the meats with bones won't be an issue.Turns out that diamonds are not just a girl's best friend.

Negatives: 1-The stew pot is larger than I'm use to, which impels me to cook double batches.(Although, that is a positive for left-overs and family gatherings...)2-The price was higher than what I paid for replacements, but if I don't have to get use to new cookware every couple of years, I'm good.

Update 4 Years Later:I am still very happy with this cookware. So far the bone-in meats haven't caused any damage and I like the stew pot much more than I thought I would.No loose handles.No warped bottoms. No stained lids.

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Made of heavy-duty cast aluminum, this seven-piece cookware set includes a 2-1/5-quart covered saucepan, a 10-inch fry pan, an 8-1/2-quart covered stockpot, and a 3-1/5-quart covered saute pan. Diamond crystals form the cookware's virtually indestructible nonstick cooking surface, which will not peel, crack, or blister, and metal utensils are safe to use. In addition, flat bottoms provide even heat distribution and accommodate all ceramic, electric, and gas cook tops. Oven-safe up to 500 degrees F, the cookware's stay-cool ergonomically designed handles ensure a safe, comfortable grip, while see-through, vented, tempered glass lids allow for convenient monitoring of cooking foods. Combining exceptional durability and versatility in the kitchen, the dishwasher-safe cookware carries a limited lifetime warranty.

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