1/31/2012

Norpro Nonstick Extendable Pizza Crisper Baking Sheet Review

Norpro Nonstick Extendable Pizza Crisper Baking Sheet
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Says it expands so you can fit it into the slots on the sides of the oven (essentially making it it's own rack). This is only the case if you have a small/compact oven (the weird kind in some smaller apartments and in some kitchens I've seen in Europe). I have a standard-size (I think around 23" wide) oven, and even with the expanding handles, it doesn't come close to fitting.
This is, of course, not a big deal. I just set it on top of another rack.
I whipped up some pizza dough and rolled it right on this rack-- no flour dusting! No kidding! The non-stick is great. I made it pretty thin, topped it up, and baked for about 15 minutes at 475. The pizza was great. It was actually better with this pan than with my pizza stone (let the record show that I like *crispy* pizza...). It was crisp on the bottom, but still chewy. I could pick up a slice by the crust, and it didn't flop at all. That's how I like it. For reference, my home-made crust turned out similar to what you get with the (par-baked) Frescetta "Brick Oven" pizzas (the only good frozen pizzas, as far as I'm concerned).
Advantages:
1. Roll/prepare right on the sheet! No messing with a pizza peel!
2. Crust turns out great, and no sticking.
3. lightweight, easy to use, easy to clean, and cheap.
4. IMO, better results than with a stone.
5. No one-hour warm-up like when using a stone.
Disadvantages:
1. Doesn't expand to full width of a normal oven; must be used like a regular pan.
2. Warped a bit (the "pan twist") during baking; resumed normal shape upon cooling.
summary: FIVE stars for performance, but stupid size...
This is a no-brainer. If you're experimenting with making your own pizzas, definitely drop your $20 on this toy. Then if you use it for bread or cookies, let us know about it!!!


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Ideal as a pizza crisper and for baking and warming breads, rolls, breadsticks. Perforated sheet creates crusty veneer while insides remain soft. Extend from 14.5 inch/36cm to 26 inch/65cm.

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Krups TT6170 Stainless-Steel 800-Watt 2-Slice Toaster Review

Krups TT6170 Stainless-Steel 800-Watt 2-Slice Toaster
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I just got this toaster a month ago and I like it a lot. To be fair, I don't toast things every day but I have not had any cause for complaint yet. Put bread in, it toasts it evenly and you take bread out.
I think many people who like "artisan" bread will like this toaster because it does a couple of things that make weird size slices toast well. First, it has nice wide toast holders that can fit longer and thicker pieces of bread. It also has a pop height adjuster that can make it easier to get out those shorter slices. I can't find another toaster for the price that lets you toast this type of bread easily.
If you don't slice or eat specialty breads, you might not want to spend this much unless it is a good match for your decor. It still does toast regular store-bought bread well though. I also had good success with English muffins and bagels although I had to use a higher temperature setting to make it a one pop deal.

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The Krups TT6170 2-slice toaster has 800 watts of power designed to quickly brown the surface of the bread and retain the soft texture within. The all metal brushed stainless steel housing provides high quality finish with cool touch side walls. It has 8 levels of browning to accommodate a variety of toasting preferences. The wide 1.2" slots accommodates a variety of different breads; and the high lift toasting lever provides easy removal of small breads. Defrost, bagel and reheat function, it also has a mid-cycle cancel function with the touch a button. Comes with 1-year warranty.

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Junior Brisker Crisper Electric Food Crisper Review

Junior Brisker Crisper Electric Food Crisper
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The Brisker silently and unobtrusively does exactly what it claims to do: it keeps crackers and the like crisp and fresh in humid environments where leftovers otherwise go limp and stale.

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Perfect for smaller kitchens and families! Whether it?s hot and humid or cool and damp, crackers, cereal, chips and snacks stay fresh, crisp and tasty almost indefinitely in the junior electric Brisker Crisper. Designed to keep dry foods from getting stale and soggy, this electric crisper has a highly conductive aluminum floor that disperses just enough gentle heat to remove moisture. A welcome addition to any location where humidity ruins dry foods. Interior temperature is maintained at 97° to 99° F, high enough to dehumidify but low enough to avoid baking or hardening. Cookies, chips, cereals, nuts, keep their fresh, out-of-the-box taste. No bigger than a breadbox, it draws on only 20 watts for safe, economical continuous use, using no more electricity than an alarm clock. Chrome-plated stainless steel top. Simply plug into household outlet and enjoy - no adjustments ever needed. Size: 11" H x11" W x 12.75" L

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Architec Gripperwood Cutting Board Set: 11 by 14-Inch and 8 by 11-Inch Review

Architec Gripperwood Cutting Board Set: 11 by 14-Inch and 8 by 11-Inch
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These boards are thick and heavy. I don't really like the fact that they can only be used on one side because of the rubber feet. Plus, the wood doesn't look that great. I ended up shelving them for good.
There are better options out there, for example the Totally Bamboo Greenlight Utility Board, Medium.

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The Architec gripperwood sheesham board set are beautiful non-slip cutting and serving boards. Made from the highest quality indian sheesham wood available, this wood is extremely durable and has a natural resistance to bacteria. Although sheesham has an exotic appeal, this wood comes from only controlled and sustainable forests. Appreciated for its rustic beauty, sheesham wood produces a unique marble grain and no two boards are alike. A patented process permanently secures gripper non-slip feet inside the wood without glue. The soft feet grip the counter while you work. Set includes two boards for all your cutting needs. 1 each: 8-inch by 11-inch and 11-inch by 16-inch.

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1/30/2012

Black & Decker T2100 2 Slice Wide Slot Electric Toaster, White Review

Black and Decker T2100 2 Slice Wide Slot Electric Toaster, White
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One criteria for this toaster was the size - it had to fit in a basket on my counter (did not want to have to replace the expensive basket also). I have always had good experience with Black & Decker appliances. My only problem with this toaster is the size of the slice holes. A small amount of the bread sticks out at the top no matter which way you put the bread in. I usually just turn it around mid way through the cycle - however, not really a problem if you don't. Also, like the bagel feature.

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Black & Decker T2100 OptiToast Electronic 2-Slice Toaster. Features: Extra-wide slots with guides that adjust automatically for bagels, english muffins and more! Cool-touch exterior - won't burn your hand if accidently touched. Electronic controls so that every toast cycle is as good as the first. Auto power-off feature stops the toasting if food jams in a slot. Removable slide-out crumb tray for easy disposal and cleaning

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Black & Decker T2030 850-Watt 2-Slice Toaster Review

Black and Decker T2030 850-Watt 2-Slice Toaster
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This toaster is decent enough. It goes well with all the stainless steel appliances in my kitchen. It toasts decetly weel. The only thing is the top body heats up lot more that my previous " toastmaster" toaster. it is not a big deal as i am careful, and my kids are too young to play with it.
I would recommend it.

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With its chrome styling and rich black accents, this two-slice toaster makes for an attractive addition to any kitchen countertop. The unit features self-adjusting guides and extra-wide slots that can accommodate a variety of bread types including bagels, buns, and muffins. In addition, easy-to-use electronic push-button controls offer frozen and cancel options, as well as a bagel mode that toasts bagels to a golden brown with a crunchy outside and soft inside. Other highlights include light-to-dark shade selection to satisfy individual preferences, a cool-touch exterior for safety, and a slide-out crumb tray that makes cleanup a snap. The 850-watt toaster measures approximately 12 by 7 by 8 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Lenox Federal Platinum Bone China 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1 Review

Lenox Federal Platinum Bone China 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1
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Ever since my son got married I have given his wife a set of their china for each holiday. I was buying through the Lenox website and was satisfied with the product but by the time I finished paying for the product, shipping/handling AND taxes (we have a Lenox outlet in Utah) it was very expensive.
I was thrilled to see that I could order this product through Amazon. I qualified for free shipping and there were no taxes involved AND the price was less than through Lenox itself. My order was delivered quickly and in great shape.
I plan on ordering this product ONLY through Amazon from now on.

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Discover why it¿s so popular. Perhaps it¿s because Federal Platinum by Lenox is the epitome of elegance. In pristine bone china with double bands of precious platinum, this classic pattern will transform any table setting from ordinary to extraordinary. Each serving piece is distinguished by a footed stand, creating a beautiful presentation. The perfect complement to Lenox sterling or stainless flatware and platinum-banded stemware. And perfect for any occasion.

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Arthur Court Grape 3-Piece Cheese and Cracker Set Review

Arthur Court Grape 3-Piece Cheese and Cracker Set
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It is wonderful and will be greatly appreciated by the receipient who is an avid Arthur Court collector.Tom

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Delightful for entertaining, this elegant Arthur Court 3-piece cheese and cracker set is currently one of their most sought-after items. Boasting Arthur Court's popular grape design, this set includes a black granite board with handle, a cheese knife, and footed cracker tray, all in a grape motif. The decorative metal is manufactured using Arthur Court's signature premium aluminum alloy.

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1/29/2012

KitchenAid KM25G0XWH Commercial Series 5-Quart Stand Mixer, White Review

KitchenAid KM25G0XWH Commercial Series 5-Quart Stand Mixer, White
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Purchased this mixer to replace an older one at my workplace. Seems to be every bit as good as the one it replaced, but really the true test comes in time after years of abuse in a professional kitchen. Initial quality is on par with other KitchenAid mixers.

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The commercial 5 series stand mixer features an all-metal construction with a direct drive, and all steel gear transmission. The 5-quart stand mixer features a 450-watt motor for handling tough mixing jobs. The mixer can effectively mix up to 11 cups of all-purpose flour, and churn through double batches of bread dough with the included burnished power knead spiral hook, which replicates hand kneading with a forceful punching and rolling action. An electronic speed sensor helps maintain a consistent mixing speed, even when adding ingredients. The built in motor protection will shut the mixer off when overload is sensed to protect the motor. The mixer includes a 5-quart-capacity stainless-steel mixing bowl with handle, as well as a professional wire whip, a burnished flat beater, and a spiral dough hook. The unit's professional bowl-lift design raises the bowl into the mixing position, and its solid, truly seamless one-piece motor head design cleans easily.

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Mikasa Italian Countryside 5 Pc Oil Dipping Set Review

Mikasa Italian Countryside 5 Pc Oil Dipping Set
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The oil bottle is lovely with nice lines and a good stopper. Originally I though the plates were too small, but they are actually perfect. I keep the bottle beside the stove and use it daily. It has a great flow for the oil and the stopper is secure so you don't get oil dripping all over. Cleaning it is easier than I thought it would be. I had given this a three star rating when I first received it but I would give it five now. The system won't let me increase my rating though!

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Lodge Logic Pre-Seasoned Perch Muffin/Cornbread Pan Review

Lodge Logic Pre-Seasoned Perch Muffin/Cornbread Pan
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I've got the non pre-seasoned pans and I seasoned them according to the instructions. The key I've found it to preheat the oven and put the empty pans in at the same time. When the oven is at the right temperature, pull the pans out, and dribble a little oil (I use light olive) into each fish, take a paper towel and rub the inside completely then spoon/pour in the batter. Then they pop out perfectly every time.
The design is cute, but as with any sort of bread thing, the pattern shows through but not perfectly. Still fun to use. Two pans will handle a regular batch of muffin batter from my Joy of Cooking. (I like buttermilk c/ bananas walnuts, or blueberry, or craisn's or apples as well as the cornbread recipe that lodge sends with the pans.

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Southern chefs will tell you that nothing bakes cornbread, muffins, or hushpuppies like a good cast-iron pan, and this Lodge Logic perch pan is among the best. The vessel features a series of five fish-shaped impressions, each measuring 4-1/4 inches long and 2-1/2 inches wide. The piscine shapes are clever and precise, complete with fins, scales, and other perch-specific details. Meanwhile, the batter cooks beautifully thanks to the cast-iron material, which heats slowly but evenly and holds its heat far longer than stainless and aluminum rivals. The resulting muffins and cornbread cakes are cooked to the peak of perfection, with slightly crisp exteriors and moist, flavorful insides. It's the perfect way to add a watery touch to your next meal, particularly if your family is filled with fishermen.
Unlike traditional cast-iron cookware, Lodge Logic pans come preseasoned through a proprietary "electrostatic" vegetable oil spray system. The preseasoning process readies the bakeware for cooking right out of the box, making it far more convenient than old-style cast-iron pans that required oil and oven seasoning before use. The timesaving process also generates a nonstick finish that helps preserve the bakeware for generations while crafting an attractive heirloom appearance. Lodge recommends hand washing the pan with a stiff brush and hot water for best results. The pan measures 15-1/4 by 1 by 5-5/8 inches (W x H x D) and carries a lifetime warranty.

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KitchenAid PRO 500 Series 5-Quart Mixers Review

KitchenAid PRO 500 Series 5-Quart Mixers
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This mixer is absolutely fantastic! The lift mixer is so much better than the stand style mixers in that the stand mixers get worn out and the bowl tends to jump around. I used to work with a stand style mixer and I would have to put all of my weight on the bowl while I was mixing stuff to keep the bowl from flying out into the kitchen! The motor is super powerful and I am very pleased with it. Since I started making everything we eat from scratch it is nice to have this great mixer to save me the labor of hand mixing stiff doughs and such. I noticed other people had problems with it. One person wrote that the bowl didn't stay in place at all, it needs to be snapped in, if you look at the back on the mixer you'll see a strip of metal where the bowl slides into, on the bowl where it meets the mixer is a metal nub, that's where it is supposed to snap in. They also said that they put the attachments in the dishwasher and they changed color. The instructions say to hand wash them ONLY!!!
It was an absolute pleasure just opening the box up that it came in. It came just as the seller described, brand new and shiny red. I look forward to years of use and everyday I admire it in my kitchen!

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Attractively housed in durable, die-cast metal, this stand mixer features a high-performance 325-watt motor that produces enough power to handle the heaviest mixtures and mix large batches easily. The unit's 10 speeds range from a very fast whip to a very slow stir, allowing for everything from whipping egg whites to slow churning bread dough, while its Soft Start function helps prevent ingredient splatter and flour clouds by gently accelerating to the selected speed after start-up. To ensure even blending, the appliance creates a unique mixing action that spins the beater clockwise while the shift spins counter clockwise. The mixer provides a 5-quart-capacity brushed-stainless-steel mixing bowl with a contoured handle, as well as a burnished flat beater, a burnished dough hook, a wire whip, and a one-piece pouring shield. Other highlights include a 9-cup flour capacity, direct-drive transmission with all-metal gears, automatic safety shut-off in the event of an obstruction or overloading, and a sturdy lifting mechanism that uses a metal arm and steel lever to effortlessly raise the ingredient-filled mixing bowl. Available in a variety of fashionable colors, the stand mixer measures 13-2/7 by 10-2/5 by 16-2/5 inches and carries a one-year hassle-free replacement warranty.

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1/28/2012

Wusthof Classic 6-Piece Cook's Cutlery Set Review

Wusthof Classic 6-Piece Cook's Cutlery Set
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I normally do not like knife sets no matter the quality because you get stuck with a bunch of knives you simply do not need. As this set was given to me as a gift I am sort of stuck with it. I must say though that I have been quite happy with everything and really do not have that many complaints. I did find that the 8 inch bread knife was a bit sort for my particular taste; feeling as I do that these particular knives should be at least 10 inches long. I also immediately replaced the sharpening steel with a better grade ceramic one as they do such a better job.
These knives are without bulging bolsters which is good as they are a waste anyway and do nothing but interfere with the sharpening process. The balance is good and they came very sharp. They are rather easy to keep sharp. I did not like the visible tang that runs the length of the handle as that is just another bit of steel that has to we watched for rust and corrosion and is a bit of a gathering place for grunkies to breed.
The grip is comfortable and the knives to the job they are paid to do. The company certainly has a good reputation and these are certainly not bad knives per se....its just that had I purchased them I could not have purchased the entire set.
Overall I have to give this set four stars but please not that the removal of one star is more from personal preference than anything else. I think that most home cooks would delight in this set.
NOTE: They say these are "dishwasher-safe." No, no, no! NEVER EVER place your good cooking knives in the dishwasher nor should you was them in a sink with other utensils or dishes. This is a fast way to end up with dull blades. This is very, very bad and basically bad advice from the company here.


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Wusthof has been making the finest knives in the world for over 190 years.Through excellent craftsman ship and engineering the Classic knife line has become one of the biggest knife lines in the world.Made by skilled craftsman in Solingen Germany these fine knives are precision forged out a single piece of the finest steel. This set of the most commonly used knives are perfectly sharpened to make cutting a pleasure.This Classic 6 piece set includes a 3-inch parer, 9-inch carver, 8-inch chefs knife, 8-inch bread knife 5-inch boning knife and a 9-inch sharpening steel.

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Fat Daddio's 18 Aluminum Gauge Half Sheet Pan Review

Fat Daddio's 18 Aluminum Gauge Half  Sheet Pan
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Purchased pans but description does not begin to describe them. They are made of extremely soft aluminum, bottom pan was bent and dented when they arrived. Not nearly as good as the Amco Food Service Half Sheet Pans which I had previously purchased. We will use these as give aways with a sheet cake or cookies on them and I will purchase more Amoco half sheet pans for our use. Guess the old adage is correct, you get what you pay for!!

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Made of 18 gauge aluminum this half sheet natural finish aluminum bun/sheet pan from Fat Daddio's is perfect for cookies, pastries, bread and many other uses.This bun/sheet pan measures 13" x 18" x 1"and has a wire reinforced rolled rim for durability.

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Arthur Court Grape 8-Inch Footed Plate with Glass Dome Review

Arthur Court Grape 8-Inch Footed Plate with Glass Dome
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I looked at a lot of cheese domes, and this is by far the prettiest one out there. It is so pretty in person. It is the perfect size for a cheese ball or cheese about the size of a CD.

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Whether you are serving cheeses, chocolates, desserts or pastries, this Arthur Court grape 8 inch footed plate with glass dome will be a hit! The attractive and elegant base is footed with a grape motif, and the sturdy, clear glass dome lid allows for easy displaying and serving, while keeping the contents fresh. The decorative metal is manufactured using Arthur Court's signature premium aluminum alloy.

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Guy Fieri Knuckle Sandwich Utility Knife, 5-1/2-Inch Blade, Made of High Carbon German Stainless Steel Review

Guy Fieri Knuckle Sandwich Utility Knife, 5-1/2-Inch Blade, Made of High Carbon German Stainless Steel
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Sharp, but too small for any normal kitchen tasks.You can slice a tomato, that's about it. Too small to slice a sandwich! The square butt of the knife digs into your palm and is VERY uncomfortable and not ergonomic whatsoever. Looks neat, that's about it. NOT recommended for anyone in the culinary industry.

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The Guy Fieri Knuckle Sandwich Utility Knife (aka the "Dragon Dagger") features a serrated blade and fork prongs on the tip to pick up food. This razor sharp knife was designed for slicing small fruits, veggies, cheese, breads and sandwiches. The blade is precision heat treated to 56RC to keep a great edge. The patented ergonomic design is created to be an extension of your hand for natural comfort. Knife made of high carbon German stainless steel (X50CrMoV15) for stain resistance. Full tang and abbreviated bolster adds strength and balance. Hollow ground ovals in blade promote less stick and smoother cuts. A black universal edge guard is included. By Guy Fieri and Ergo Chef. Guy is a professional chef, restaurant owner and TV personality. The knife maker, Ergo Chef, is renowned for superior quality and design. This "Knuckle Sandwich" knife is a combination of the best materials with a design that will blow your mind.

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1/27/2012

Global 4-Inch Paring Knife Review

Global 4-Inch Paring Knife
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While renovating my meager kitchen, I recently splurged, spending over $330 on two Shun Elite knives. They were hand made Japanese knives--sexy and sleek, beautiful to look at it--and very sharp with a gleaming edge. They caught your eye with a dazzling patterned blade.
A friend, inspired by my kitchen equipment renovation, went out and bought Global knives, preferring them for his high-tech shiny stainless kitchen. He asked me over for a cutlery show-down with my new Shun Elites. I was ready to rub his Globals into the dust with my Shun Elites!
After an entire afternoon of chopping and comparing, we both came to the same overwhelming conclusion--the Globals were sharper and easier to use. It's not that they are sharper per say, but if you examine them closely, the Global's edges are slightly concave, and are burred and rough, while the Shun Elites are polished to a gleaming and shiny finish, and taper to a much more straight point. My friend and I both felt that the Global's burred concave edges allowed the Globals to sorta gripe and slice/slid through everything from carrots to meat with more ease than the Shun's polished and acute edge. Because of this ease, we can also logically foresee the Global's staying sharper longer as well, despite the higher rockwell rating of the Shun's high tech SG-2 powder steel. However, who knows...?
We even tried shaving hair off of our arms, and the Globals won this test with ease. They are incredibly balanced and just seem to bounce in your hands.
This "Spear" 4" paring knife in particuar has a funky "ergonomic" handle that many have critizized, but I LOVE it! I fits my large manly man hands WONDERFULLY and makes this knife everything I have wanted in a small paring style knife. I can see where if you had smaller hands, this might not be the right choice for you--you might want to check out Global's Western style paring knife, which feels like the same ol' Henckels or Wusthoff to me--MUCH prefer the more comfortable and molded feel of this much more modern design...!
I loved my Shun Elites--they were sexy and beautiful. But the Globals were obviously designed by and for chefs--they are much easier and nicer to use, and as I said, they just effortlessly (read rip) through any food with no effort at all; I was very impressed--so much so that I returned my Shun Elites and exchanged them for a complete set of Globals, which are less than half the cost of the Elites--and I got twice as many knives (never have had a good bread or boning knife before!)
I highly recommend that if you are searching for truly sharp (as in Hello, Mr. Winter Squash!), easy to use kitchen cutlery, that feels like an extension of your hand and arm, that you check out Globals--the Shun Elites possibly as well. They are both wonderful knives, but I genuinely have to say I see why Globals are so popular with professional Chefs--they are awesome knives--maybe not as sexy and hand crafted as the Shun's, but they more than make up for that with an incredible ergonomic ease and free flowing sharpness that makes them a joy to use.

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