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R.H. Forschner by Victorinox 3-Piece Fibrox Chef's Set, Molded Handlesx$44.97
 (22 reviews)
Best Price: $81.00 $44.97
R. H. Forschner is a division of Swiss Army Brands, Inc, renowned for the Victorinox Swiss Army Knife. These knives are specially ground and tempered so that they can be resharpened over and over again, keeping a sharp edge throughout their lifetime. State of the art technology blended with old world craftsmanship produce cutting instruments of excellent quality, at reasonable prices. Forschner Victorinox Fibrox knives have earned high marks in a well-known cooking magazine which stringently tests kitchen products. These three knives will enable you to handle the majority of kitchen tasks, and you'll save over purchasing them open stock. This set of three knives from R.H. Forschner by Victorinox makes an excellent gift for the home chef. The 4-inch paring knife adeptly manages most fruit and vegetable peeling, cutting, and garnishing; the 8-inch slicing knife carves the Thanksgiving turkey and other roasts; and the large 10-inch chef's knife tackles a multitude of kitchen chopping, mincing, and slicing tasks. The Fibrox blades are made in Germany and hand-finished in Switzerland. Providing a comfortable grip, the triple-rivet, ergonomic POM (plastic over molded) handles are curved in such a way so as to reduce wrist strain over long periods of use. While the knives are dishwasher-safe, Forschner recommends washing them by hand and covers them with a lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects. --Ann Bieri What's in the Box: 3 Fibrox knives: 4-inch paring; 8-inch slicing; 10-inch chef's.
MPN: 46892 - UPC: 046928468928
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Customer Reviews
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THE best for the price
By A2E8QF80FMAXRE on 2007-10-24
After searching stores looking for a knife set I began researching online. I found this set and was a bit reluctant. They didn't come with a knife block, they didn't have wooden handles, and the brand wasn't ringing a bell. But they were rated so highly, and the comments so positive, I decided to take a chance. They are AMAZING! Manufactured by the company that makes Swiss Army Knives, they are beautifully made. These three knives will do virtually anything you need done in the kitchen, so you don't really need more knives. They have excellent weight, good balance, and the grip feels ergonomic. While priced at the low end for good knives, you feel you are using the Mercedes of knives. This is a great set for anyone who loves cooking or quality. And as an aside, I was happy to have to find an alternative to the knife block. I got a strip magnet, and it is so much better!
Forschner Quality is Tops
By A2QC75OHN4IWWU on 2006-12-17
A must have for every kitchen. I own Chicago Cutlery, Cutco and others, but my Forschner knives are the ones I reach for time after time. If you've never tried them, you don't know what you're missing. Go ahead... spoil yourself!
Great knives
By A3U7ITTUN5RPO5 on 2006-12-27
I just purchased this knife set for my son for Christmas, after reading good reviews. The knives have met all my expectations so far. They are very sharp, and the fibrox handles are substantial, non-slip, and comfortatble. The first test was 4 butternut squash my son volunteered to peel and cut up for Christmas dinner. Cutting hard squash is a task I don't look forward to, but the paring knife did the peeling, and the chef's knife did the chopping, with no problem. I then borrowed the paring knife to cut up an onion, and was amazed at how easily it went through the onion compared to the Chicago Cutlery I've used for years. For less than $50, I'm ready to buy another set for myself!
Worth the money
By A2YDGITHVKJGO4 on 2007-11-14
R.H. Forschner by Victorinox 3-Piece Fibrox Chef's Set, Molded HandlesThe balance of the Henckels Professional is better, but overall, the knives are comfortable, sturdy, sharp, easy to use, and easy to maintain. Well worth the price.
Great knives
By A1AGO5CJN799I2 on 2008-02-08
These knives exceeded our expectations. We bought them while our regular knives were out for sharpening. After we got the regular knives back we couldn't put the "replacement" knives away.
- Knives
By A3L3RGMB5RRVCA on 2007-12-28
I was amazed at the quality of these knives. I am looking forward to getting more. They are balanced in my hand and very sharp. It only takes a light touch to slice through almost anything.
- I Love These Knives
By A3URTX5PMCZW70 on 2008-02-11
Victorinox Forschner 3pc Chef's Set 46892
I was in the market for new knives and have never had a "good" set of knives. I did some research and read that Forschner were very good without being expensive. So I tried them. I just love these knives. They are so sharp, cut, slice and chop so well, and are not heavy or clumsy. I am so happy with them I also bought the steak knives and am just as happy with them.
- Great knives
By A1171MMNRBREZD on 2007-03-08
Cooks magazine rated the Victorinox Chef's knife a "Best Buy" so I purchased a whole set (of three)... The knives are comfortable to use, sharp, and appear very very well made!!!!!
- R.H. Forshner by Victorinox 3pc Chef Set
By A3E554WS1UGGMM on 2007-12-12
I threw out all my other knives.
These are the only ones I use now.
I love them! The price is right too.
- Slice Like A Ninja
By A324NSSUFHQN7L on 2008-02-13
These knives are a great value. Yeah, the handles are kind of cheap, but the blades are amazingly sharp for the price. These knives make the Chicago Cutlery knives I was using before, seem like spoons.
- Great knives
By A1DO6DKWF3CMBD on 2008-03-03
This is a well-balanced set of knives and a good value for the money. They are rather sharp and hold their edge very well. I have not had the opportunity to sharpen them yet to see how difficult that process is. My experience with other Victorinox knives suggests that sharpening will be an easy process.
- Excellent First Impression
By A1LX3GUBXMR3RS on 2008-03-25
R.H. Forschner by Victorinox 3-Piece Fibrox Chef's Set, Molded Handles.
I just got mine and love 'em! I've been through a few bargain knives; most recently low-end Henkles; the blades were thin, badly sized, and didn't stay sharp long. I expected a little better but was pleasantly surprised! The look of them is professional but basic, not a showy knife, but they are much better than anything I've seen retail at comparable prices. They're an excellent weight and above par materials. I used all three knives immediately and they performed extremely well. The handles fit the hand comfortably and knuckles never knock the cutting board. The material of the handles is excellent. When cooking, my hands are damp but my grip stayed secure. Vegetables practically slid apart and the slicing knife cut bread with no tearing. I have never found knives at this price point that are this quality. The 10" chef's knife in the three piece set is bigger than might be necessary in many homes, but it's fine for me and a minor complaint. Besides, although substantial, it's not as heavy as a forged knife would be and that's a good thing. I couldn't have gotten the desired pieces individually at this price so I have no complaints except that I wish the line was available locally!
Update: 08/08-Four Months later and few complaints. The blades have dulled a bit, but work well. They remain straight, even and manage most jobs well. I'm looking for a proper sharpener. I did find the knives locally at The Cook's Warehouse and picked up the 8" chef's knife there. Good knife too!
- Knives a revelation
By A3IKDYLYRNMXQC on 2008-07-14
My husband likes to cook and complained about our knives for years. So, I bought these for our 20th anniversary. When they arrived, I thought they looked huge and scary and almost sent them back. Good that I didn't . . . he loves them. Even more surprising, I summoned my courage and used them. What a revelation! You don't work to slice anything . . . the blade just gently touches an object and, voila, it's instantly effortlessly cut. These knives just feel so right in your hand and make food prep so easy. Should have listened to my hubby years sooner.
- Simply amazing
By A1VWQ1OQCG3B9F on 2008-08-12
I purchased these with the need for affordable knives, and I saw the perfect review score for this set on Amazon (18/18 reviews at 5 stars). I figured I couldn't go wrong.
I didn't.
Obviously the most important trait of a knife is how sharp it is. These are simply the sharpest knives I have ever used. I've used cheap ones that cheat and use a serration to achieve sharpness, and I've used pricier Henkels and similar. A sharper knife is actually a safer knife, since your cuts will be precise. A duller knife won't cut where you expect and can cause injuries that way. To give an idea of how sharp these are, I was able to easily slice a bagel without using a saw motion at all. Not impressed? I did the same with a ripe tomato. Yes, slicing a tomato with just pressing down. I'd never been able to do that with the Henkels even after a fresh sharpening. These knives have made so many kitchen tasks so much easier.
What's even better is that for the price of that Henkels chef knife, you get 3 of the most useful knives to have in the kitchen. This price is simply amazing for what you get.
Well, nothing is perfect and unfortunately these knives are no exception. After being used to the Henkels chef knife, this Forschner was startlingly lightweight. I know that over time I will adjust for it, but I would have liked more weight I suppose. I would just suggest that until you're used to the weight, just be extra careful with the chef's knife. All said, this is such a minor setback for how amazing these knives are otherwise.
There is a reason why these knives have so many 5 star ratings. They are simply that good. For the cost, there is no way you will regret buying them. I purchased these on a budget, and down the road when money isn't an issue, I'll be looking first at Forcshner/Victorinox.
- Great Knife Set
By A29M1EKN4MD07J on 2007-12-26
I bought this brand as it was recommended on America's Test Kitchen. They are light weight, well balanced and reasonably priced. I am looking forward to getting a chance to use them.
- best knife set for the money
By AZ4IHWEUWVCGD on 2007-09-02
This set has all the things a college student needs in terms of knives for cooking; it's really great quality and a really great price. I highly recommend this product.
- Sharp, I mean SHARP! :)
By AXPHQVS095KTS on 2008-01-19
Bought these knives as a Christmas present. Have heard nothing but good things since then!
- 3 pc. kitchen knife set by Victorinox
By A2GAFSC2TO8LRQ on 2008-04-18
Great choice for quality and value. I wish I had gotten this set years ago!
- sharpest knives ever
By A39WGFYKCZ44HF on 2008-07-26
We've had umteen different sets of knives through the years. None have come close to these! Cuts through an uncooked potato like a hot knife through butter. I don't think anyone would be dissapointed buying these knives!
- A great starter set
By A1NH1WUJK7IHB8 on 2008-10-09
This is my first set of "real" knives, and they are great! Very comfortable to grip and use, and they are super sharp. When they first arrived, my roommate ran his thumb over the edge of the chef's knife and expressed skepticism about its sharpness. So he picked up a piece of paper and sliced at it. The cut was quick and smooth. He was impressed. My experience cutting tomatoes--often a good test--has been the same.
I had done a bunch of research before deciding on these knives. They are definitely a good buy, lots of value for the money. My only slight complaint (and it is really not much of one) is that they are advertised as dishwasher-safe, though hand washing is recommended. But when the set arrived, its instructions say specifically not dishwasher safe. It hasn't been a big deal. I wash the knives lovingly by hand.
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| Product Features |
- Boxed set includes 4-inch paring, 8-inch slicing, 10-inch chef's knife
- Fibrox high-carbon, no-stain-steel blades; full tang for strength and balance
- Made in Germany, hand-finished in Switzerland
- Ergonomic POM handles minimize wrist strain
- Dishwasher-safe, but washing by hand recommended; lifetime warranty
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