Williams Sonoma Elite Starter Knives, Set of 3

Summary

Designed in-house, our Elite cutlery collection combines professional-grade materials with the high-performance features our customers love most. The sleek, modern knives are crafted for us by world-renowned masters in Solingen, Germany. To ensure superior strength, durability and edge retention, each razor-sharp blade is forged of X50CrMoV stainless steel. This starter set includes three kitchen essentials.

• Precision forged from German X50CrMoV stainless steel.
• Blades resist chips, stains and corrosion.
• Demi-bolsters promote ergonomic grip and allow entire blades to be sharpened.
• Full tangs are triple riveted to handles for exceptional balance and control.
• Durable POM handles provide secure, comfortable grip – and resist heat and moisture.
• A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

Set includes:

• 3 1/2" paring knife
• 5" serrated utility knife
• 8" chef's knife

Dimensions & More Info

• 3 1/2" Paring Knife: 3 1/2" blade, 3 1/2" handle; 2.8 oz.
• 5" Serrated Utility Knife: 5" blade, 3 1/2" handle; 3 oz.
• 8" Chef's Knife: 8" blade, 4 1/4" handle; 8.3 oz.
• Made in Germany.

Use & Care

Use

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal and glass.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
• Maintain cutting edges by regularly using honing steel.
• Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing, knives should not need sharpening more than once or twice per year.
• Sharpen straight-edge knives using whetstone or knife sharpener, or have them sharpened by a professional.
• Sharpen serrated knife using sharpener specifically designed for serrated blade, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knives in safe place to protect edges and prevent injury.