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Brand: Chicago Cutlery
Category: Kitchen

List Price: ~~$67.28~~
Buy New: $54.99
You Save: $12.29 (18%)

Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

21 reviews
Sales Rank: 18200

Color: Black
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.6
Dimensions (in): 13 x 5 x 14

Model: Metropolitan
UPC: 027979000435
EAN: 0027979000435
ASIN: B00091SD5Y

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Not Bad, Not Great August 5, 2007
This knife set is O.K. For the price I would say it is a fair value. I have had it for about a month and one of the knives is already starting to rust. I have never put them in the dishwasher, and recommend that you don't. They are very sharp and feel nice. They also look nice in the block. Not a bad set, but don't expect to be blown away.

2 out of 5 stars

RUST!!!! (and lots of it) July 22, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

One washing set the rust in motion. Consumer reports dropped the ball on this one. They claim stainless steel, yet a magnet clings to these knives like they were pure iron ore! Garbage, unless immediatly after use, u wash, dry, and oil them. I'll pass, and return them in a hurry.

1 out of 5 stars

Despite packaging claim, set is NOT dishwasher safe June 12, 2007
11 out of 11 found this review helpful

I am writing this review to affirm and expand upon the earlier review posted by NJOY. These knives, if cleaned in a dishwasher, will indeed rust immediately.

I purchased this set in May 2007 as a gift for my wife. Both of us lead busy lives and were happy to come across this set, which was strongly recommended by Consumer Reports and had packaging touting the knives as "dishwasher safe." We sadly found the packaging claim to be a baseless marketing ploy, and have lost faith in Consumer Reports for not exposing this obvious flaw.

A complaint to Chicago Cutlery yielded a response saying the knives "are made of high carbon stainless steel which unfortunately does rust" and that "to avoid rust, the blades have to be kept well oiled." It should be noted that there are no such disclaimers or instructions in the set's included Care Guide. Also, despite the company's Lifetime Guarantee promising that "any piece found to be defective will be repaired or replaced at no charge," the company only offered to send some oil to help in rust removal.

I strongly advise against purchasing this product or any Chicago Cutlery items. Instead, find a manufacturer who stands behind their product and engages in honest marketing.

5 out of 5 stars

chicago cutlery, metro 10-piece set June 4, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

I would have expected to pay much more for this quality. A great cutlery set for any kitchen.

5 out of 5 stars

Great bang for your buck. February 20, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

This knife set is a great value. The knives just feel right in your hands. There is a very nice balance between the handle and blade. One doesn't feel heavier than the other. In fact the knives in general do not feel too heavy or light. The handle gives you a comfortable and non-slip grip. I've had these knives for a while now and they are as sharp as the day I bought them. But I am not an everyday cook so I can't give an accurate account of how often they need to be sharpened. Only drawback is that the bread knife is sold separately and does not fit in block.

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