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| About - Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan |
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The Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan is part of the kitchen knife test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, kitchen knives models like the Metropolitan are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| Features & Specs - Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan | |
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Blade type |
Stamped |
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Prone to corrosion |
No |
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Heavy |
No |
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Bulky |
Yes |
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Set size (pieces) |
8 |
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Knives missing from set |
Santoku |
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Warranty |
100 yr. |
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Consumer Reports User Reviews
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Not as good as better brands
9/23/2012
Pros
Comfortable Grip
Cons
Dulls Quickly
Best Uses
Comment:
I bought this set about 5 years ago when it was a CR best buy. I liked the set at first because I had always used very cheap knives before from Target and such. I liked that this set came with a wood block and that they were made from a solid steel. I used the steak knives to pry with and snapped the tips off and put the knives in the dishwasher and they got rust spots. I also haven't kept them sharp. I bought a single Henkel S Chef's knife and I can easily tell the difference. The better knives are heavier and more sturdy. Overall I got a great deal on these knives and kept them for a long time, but I would have taken better care of them and I want to buy a better set for my next set.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
Poor edge
3/26/2011
Pros
Comfortable Grip
Cons
Dulls Quickly
Flimsy Construction
Not Dishwasher Safe
Best Uses
Comment:
I bought this set for standard kitchen needs, mostly vegetables, cleaning chicken, and slicing bread. The knives were very sharp right out of the box. However I noticed they used a very fine edge. Within a week I started seeing the edge actually rolled over. This material is way to soft, as though they forgot to harden the steel. Now all of the edges are rolled over. We are religious about only cutting on cutting boards.
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Good Introduction to Quality Knives
3/15/2011
Pros
Easy To Clean
Quality Construction
Stays Sharp
Cons
Best Uses
Meat
Veggies
Comment:
I use my knives several times per day, primarily the chef's knife. They are mainly used to chop vegetables and slice meat on synthetic cutting boards. I only hand wash the knives in order to protect the edges, but this only takes a few seconds after I'm done using one and back in the block it goes. This was the first quality set of knives I bought and they were well worth it. It is amazing how much easier it is to prepare meals at home with a decent set of sharp knives.<br /><br />I sharpen the knives about every six months and use the steel included in the set to restore edges--about once per week on the chef's knife. With proper care they will hold a razor sharp edge.<br /><br />If you are used to more expensive, forged blades, these will feel light and cheap but otherwise, they are perfect for someone who cooks a lot and does not want to spend the higher cost of other high quality knives.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
User has 3 Weeks of experience with this product
decent knives
05/05/2006
Strength
The knives work well (sharp, good shape, etc) and the price is right!
Weakness
the handles are not shaped so as to have a clear barrier between handle and blade (there's a name for that - i forget), making it easier to slip and cut your hand on occasion.
I bought these knives without seeing them because they were rated high by consumer reports. so far, i have been pleased with them. the handles are conmfortable to hold though i do wish they had a barrier between handle and blade (i cut myself mildly once b/c they didn't). they definitely beat the flimsy knives i was using before, and the cost makes the downsides bearable.
Source: Price Grabber
