Editorial Review

Cuisinart's electric knife adds a little electricity to anycarving or cutting job, providing the extra power a real kitchencommando needs. Its powerful motor combines with two stainless-steelblades (one for carving and one for bread) to make short work of almostevery slicing task, whether you're working with a roast, French bread,or vegetables. It has a comfortable ergonomic handle designed to beused by right- or left-handed people, a solid-wood butcher-blockstorage tray with a safety lock system for storage in a drawer or onthe counter, a one-touch pressure-activated on/off trigger control, andspace for wrapping the cord. Read more

Features

• High quality stainless steel blades
• Wood block storage tray
• Includes bread blade, carving blade
• Also includes butcher block holding tray
• Ergonomic handle

Reviews (24)

Cuisinart CEK-40 Electric Knife -- needs to be modified
I bought this knife and wanted to use it to carve up a roasted pig for a luau party I was having. The knife was a little under powered, it seemed to struggle when cutting larger slices. The pig was quite large (60 lbs) and after about 20 minutes of continuous use the knife became quite warm and stopped working. After a few choice explectives I handed it to my husband. Lucky for me my husband is a mechanical engineer who owns his own business which includes a metal working machine shop. Later that week he took it apart and discovered that there is a very fragile plastic Nylon gear that is part of the main drive. The plastic teeth on the gear were stripped and that is why the knife stopped working. He told me he did a few quick gear calculations (he is a smart fellow) and determined that the plastic nylon gear teeth strength was way underpowered for the design. He was able to make a duplicate gear out of stainless steel in his machine shop and assembled the new metal gear into the knife replacing the junk plastic one. Since that time the knife has worked flawless. I have since carved all sorts of roasts, pork, turkeys and no matter how long or hard the carving is, even if I hit a bone, it never stopped working. The Cuisinart engineers should be embarrased, this is such an easy fix to make (all they need to do is change out the Plastic nylon gear for a metal one, maybe cost them an extra 10 cents?), it is like they never did any research and developement on this product because I know if they tried to cut anything other then bread the dam knife would stop working after about 10 minutes of use. I would say that all the good reviews here are from people slicing bread, if you want to slice meat and use the knife for more then 10 minutes you will need to find an engineer and a machine shop to replace the plastic gear, after that it works great.

Best Electric Knife out there
This is my first electric knife, and I'm glad I read the reviews here on it before buying it.Works like a charm, easy to clean and operate, and makes slicing our homemade bread very easy.
Slow start for cutting.
When the knife 1st touches the surface of the food you are going to cut, it it takes more effort to get started.I primarly use my knife for carvingrib-roast. ... Read more

Editorial Review

No special expertise is required to cut professional-looking slices, thick or thin, from roasts, ham, turkey, and bread with the powerful 100-watt electric knife in this carving set. Just grasp the handle, pull the trigger, draw the knife in a straight line, and let the two serrated blades, which saw back and forth at high speed, do the work. It's effortless and safe. The knife comes with a two-pronged fork in a compact (15 by 5 by 2-7/8 inches) storage case made of flexible plastic, with a foam insert molded to hold the set. The 7-1/2-inch knife blades and the 12-inch fork are made of stainless steel. The fork is dishwasher-safe, but the blades should be hand washed in hot, soapy water. Read more

Features

• Electric knife and carving fork come in compact storage case
• Electric knife effortlessly carves roasts, ham, turkey, and bread
• Knife blades and fork made of stainless steel
• Serrated blades are 7-1/2 inches long; fork is 12-inches
• Dishwasher-safe fork; blades need hand washing

Reviews (11)

DREADFUL
Terrible ergonomics!It was SO difficult and uncomfortable to keep the trigger engaged and carve at the same time.My hand was ACHING by the time I'd carved the brisket.I've never used a more awkward or uncomfortable appliance!

Great Knife
I replaced my 35+ year old electric knife with this one - wow, I didn't realize how dull it had gotten! I like the case - it was a little tricky to get into the first time, but the old one didn't have one - it's nice to be able to store it all together. Nice and sharp.

delevery time poor
Takes orders and does not have them in stock. Will have to wait 2 mths to get me order. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Measuring 6-1/2 inches in length, the straight blade with a slightly curved tip of Komachi’s chef’s knife comfortably cuts meat of any variety. Whether cubing beef or dicingchicken, the sharp blade handles tough and moist pieces with ease. The knife hides whimsical, animal-shaped cutouts beneath its handle.Read more

Features

• Japanese chef's knife; designed to cut and chop beef, pork, and poultry
• Constructed of high-carbon stainless steel; fluorinated-resin coating; full tang
• Ergonomically designed handle; made of high-tech Ionomer resin
• Colorful blade; unique see-through handle with fun-shaped cutouts
• Measures 11-1/2 by 2 by 3/4 inches; made in Japan

Reviews (9)

VERY DISAPPOINTED
I bought this knive about 6 months ago.When I first started using it it was great.After about 2 weeks it became so dull I had to throw it away.This knife can't be sharpened.I recently bought a better knife that can be sharpened and I am very happy with it.

Stayed sharp for a couple days
I got a Pure Komachi Chef's Knife last year and enjoyed it the first couple times I used it.After that, the blade got dull and since you can't sharpen it, it became useless.I'm afraid there is no such thing as a "forever sharp" knife.I couldn't even cut a cherry tomato with the Komachi without having to saw through it.
oustanding knives
i own a full set of wusthof knives, plus the furi santoku knife. one year ago i bought a full set of the komachi, and now i mainly use those. they are outstanding and fun to look at!!!! ... Read more

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Trifecta!
With LamsonSparp's three devilishly strong tines, I like to pretend I'm trident-wielding Satan himself when I dig into a juicy steak or a bowl of penne rigatta. And nothing's more entertaining than the looks on my kids's faces when I bellow that "I'll feast on your souls!" ... Read more

Editorial Review

Fully forged from a single piece of German high-carbonstainless steel, this 6-inch fork has slender prongs that spreadoutward and sharp points for firmly grasping a roast, chicken, orturkey so it can be carved, for picking up and serving slices, and forturning over meat in the kitchen or on an outdoor grill. For balanceand strength, a full tang runs through the handle, which is formed ofhygienic, fiberglass-reinforced poly that won't crack, split, or chipand is attached to the tang with the traditional three rivets. Becausethe fork is stainless steel it won't rust, stain, or discolor. The forkpairs perfectly with Calphalon's 8-inch and 10-inch slicing knives andcarries a lifetime warranty against defects. Read more

Features

• One piece forged construction for lifelong durability
• Full tang design for better balance and superior strength
• Hygienic fiberglass-reinforced poly resin handle will not absorb mositure, crack, split, or chip
• Made from high-carbon stainless German steel
• Lifetime warranty

Reviews (6)

$15.99 must be a misprint!
This is definitely in the class of Henckels ($80).Solid and nice looking.I purchased 3.What a great gift!It even comes nicely packaged.Definitely not a 'Chinese Cheapo'!

No better value for the money
I'll start by admitting that I'm a Wusthof fan. As far as my knives go; even though I'll freely admit that the Calphalon Traditional series are an excellent value, my Wusthof Classic set is enough better to justify the price difference in my eyes. That loyalty stops fast when it comes to things like meat forks. Yes, the Wusthof is a little beefier, but the Calphalon is more than good enough for any conceivable home use at one-fifth the price. This fork is a pleasure to use for both carving and turning roasts and such. In fact, my only complaint is that at this time, they don't offer a curved fork as well (anyone listening out there?). If you are in the market for a fork like this, there is simply nothing else I've seen that even remotely approaches it for quality and value.

the decade's bargain in cutlery
While manufactured in China, you'd never know it were it not forthe small "made in China sticker. forged from Solingen steel( rumors say it is provided by the High end A.B. Dick cutlers.)perfectly balanced andas as rigid as any carving fork sold by the German big names ( Wusthoff /Trident, Henckels, etc.)but at a fraction ofthe price. In appearance this fork will actually match the big names'top knives.My advise: grab one or two before Calphalon realizes that they can easily doublethe price andstill be competitive ... Read more

Editorial Review

With curved prongs and tips notched like fishing hooks, this 13-1/2-inch fork gets a solid grip on roasts, poultry, and big vegetables like baked potatoes. It easily lifts a corned beef, for instance, from pot to carving surface and holds it down firmly for careful slicing. Oxo's Steel line is an all-stainless-steel variant of the company's familiar fat-handled Good Grips line. Rather than being straight-sided, this tool's handle is tapered from heel to finger grip and has satin-finish, stainless-steel panels top and bottom. The handle's sides feature the same design as those in the Good Grips line--they're made of soft processed rubber for comfort, with"fins," or grooves, that flex under pressure, conforming to individual finger grips and providing control when handles are wet or slippery. Like all Oxo tools, this fork is dishwasher-safe; a hole in its handle facilitates hanging on a hook or peg. Read more

Features

• Use to skewer and lift roasts, poultry, and vegetables
• Use also with knife as carving tool
• Tapered handle with soft, nonslip sides
• Dishwasher-safe
• Lifetime warranty against defects

Reviews (2)

The Perfect Fork?
This may well be the perfect fork. I like the OXO series of cutlery, and this is no exception. This fork is very well balanced and has a wonderful handle that is secure and resists slippage. Love the new handle!
I almost bought a Good Grips meat fork with a rubber handle until I saw this one. I love Good Grips kitchen tools, and have come to depend on the brand when I'm looking for a nice, solid, reasonably priced kitchen tool. However, in the past, my one complaint has been that when I store utensils in a crock next to the stove, those non-slip handles that I love stick together, and it becomes impossible to grab just one tool - you wind up pulling out 6. This handle fixes that problem. It still has the nice, comfortable handle with rubber on either side for grip, but the stainless steel is much easier to grab quickly out of the crock. I'll definately be looking for more tools with this handle. The fork itself is nice and sturdy, a good size, and handles well. I would reccommend this product. ... Read more

Editorial Review

This two-piece carving set benefits from J.A. Henckels's 260 years in the cutlery business. The sharp carving fork holds that roast or ham steady while the 8-inch slicer/carver glides easily through the meat. They're made from high-grade, rolled stainless steel, produced using Henckels's own Sintermetal Component Technology. This process allows different grades of steel to be combined to form a single integral piece capable of withstanding extreme stress--each part of the knife is made from the grade of steel with the optimum characteristics for that component. The cutting edge features a specially designed serration pattern, ensuring prolonged sharpness without resharpening. The full-length tang (meaning the metal continues all the way through to the end of the handle) gives you a better-balanced and stronger knife. The polypropylene handle with rustproof rivets is nearly indestructible. Both utensils are dishwasher-safe, but be careful that they don't touch other objects; hand washing is recommended to keep steel blades scratch free. Read more

Features

• Sharp carving fork to hold roast; 8-inch slicer/carver
• Made from high-grade, rolled stainless steel
• Specially designed serration pattern for prolonged sharpness
• Full-length tang for better balance and strength
• Polypropylene handle with rustproof rivets; dishwasher-safe

Reviews (1)

My Thanksgiving rocked
The huge turkey was no problem to handle with my new Carving Set. And the knowledge that knife stays sharp forever made me double happy - more holidays to go... ... Read more

Editorial Review

Pairing an 8-inch slicing knife and a 7-inch fork, this carvingset supplies a cook--or whomever's at the head of the table--with toolsto properly divide a turkey, roast beef, ham, or other hefty maincourse. With its narrow, thin blade, the knife carves perfect sliceswhile the fork holds food steady and then moves slices from carvingsurface to plate or platter. They come in an attractive wood box forstoring on a sideboard or in a drawer. Though both knife and fork aredishwasher-safe, the knife should be hand washed to protect its edge.Made in Germany, this set carries a lifetime warranty against defects.Read more

Features

• Set consists of 8-inch slicing knife and 7-inch fork
• Both made of high-carbon stainless-steel
• Black synthetic, three-rivet, full-tang handles
• Attractive wood box included for storing set
• Made in Germany; lifetime warranty against defects

Editorial Review

Shun Classic’s narrow 8-inch carving blade slightly curves and gradually slopes to a piercingly sharp tip. The razor-sharp edge produces even slices of any desired width without crumbling, or damaging the meat. Although ideally suited to holiday ham or turkey, this knife will find itself being used throughout the year. Read more

Features

• 8-inch Japanese carving knife; ideal for crumble-free holiday meat carving
• Precision-forged high-carbon stainless-steel blade; holds a razor-sharp edge
• Clad with16 layers of stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus look
• Durable D-shaped Pakkawood handle; comfortable offset steel bolster
• lifetime warranty; manufactured in Seki City, Japan

Features

• 2-piece carving set featuring meat fork and slicer
• High-carbon 420 stainless-steel construction; resistant to rust and stains
• Full tangs extend from tip to end of handle; slicer's exclusive Taper Grind edge stays sharp and is easy to re-sharpen
• Ergonomic, contoured handles made of solid walnut, secured by triple-compression brass rivets
• Classic styling; hand wash only; covered by lifetime warranty

Editorial Review

Designed to easily slice your roast beef or turkey, this 8-inch carver and slicer benefits from J.A. Henckels's 260 years in the cutlery business. It's made from high-grade, rolled stainless steel, produced using Henckels's own Sintermetal Component Technology. This process allows different grades of steel to be combined to form a single integral piece capable of withstanding extreme stress--each part of the knife is made from the grade of steel with the optimum characteristics for that component. The cutting edge features a specially designed serration pattern, ensuring prolonged sharpness without resharpening. The full-length tang (meaning the metal continues all the way through to the end of the handle) gives you a better-balanced and stronger knife. The polypropylene handle with rustproof rivets is nearly indestructible. It's dishwasher-safe, but be careful that the blade doesn't touch other objects; hand washing is recommended to keep steel blades scratch free. Read more

Features

• Special serrated edge never needs sharpening
• 8-inch carver/slicer for slicing red and white meats
• High-grade, rolled stainless steel capable of withstanding extreme stress
• Polypropylene handle is impact and shock resistant
• Dishwasher-safe, but hand washing preferred

Reviews (1)

great knife
Very sharp blade and comfortable handle.Excellent quality for the money.Only possible drawback is the box indicates it is not recommended for lefties.My wife, a lefty, says she has no problem slicing but has cut her fingers several times while chopping.I, a righty, have no such problems.Well worth the purchase price but be aware if you are, or you're buying the knife for, a lefty. ... Read more

Editorial Review

A deluxe set up for indoor or outdoor use, this three-piece carving collection from Henckels Gourmet line provides a handsome and effective way to carve, carry, and present. Forming the centerpiece of the set, the 20-by-1-1/4-by-14-inch cutting board features comfortable carrying handles and a reversible design. The flat side, complete with juice trough, is excellent for pineapples and melons or a uniform cut of meat like a pork loin. The recessed side cradles turkeys or other fowl for stable, accurate carving.Read more

Features

• Henckels Lifetime Warranty
• Made in Germany

Editorial Review

Carving the tender Thanksgiving turkey often is a task bestowed on a beloved patriarch or matriarch as a sign of respect. Pomp and circumstance aside, the honored family member may be the only relative who, in fact, feels competent slicing into the beautiful, slow-cooked bird after years of annual practice. Proper cutlery is indispensable in successful and efficient carving. For slicing and serving juicy ham, roast beef, or lamb, Chicago Cutlery offers the Landmark Carving Set to commemorate 75 years of crafting quality cutlery. The three-piece set includes an 8-inch carving knife, 6-inch carving fork, and gift box. The set makes a great wedding gift, providing the newlyweds with a fine cutlery set to last them through the years. Read more

Features

• Carving set from Chicago Cutlery with 8-inch slicer, 6-inch fork, and gift box
• Forged out of high carbon stainless steel with special Taper Grind edge technology; rust-, stain-, and corrosion- resistant
• 3 stainless-steel rivets secure the full tang and bolster; commemorative 75-year anniversary set
• Equipped with an ergonomic polymer handle; wash by hand to prolong the knife's efficacy
• This set weighs approximately 3 pounds upon shipping; Chicago Cutlery offers a lifetime guarantee for defective parts or workmanship

Features

• 3-piece knife set: 7-1/2-inch chef's knife, 5-1/2-inch utility knife, and 3-1/2-inch paring knife
• Stamped blades made of high-carbon stainless steel; exclusive Taper Grind edges stay sharp and are easy to re-sharpen
• Full-tang blades extend from tip of knife to end of handle, lend balance and weight
• Ergonomic polymer handles; non-porous; easy to clean; secured by triple-compression stainless-steel rivets
• Hand wash only; made in China; covered by lifetime warranty against defects

Features

• Forged Blade
• Soft Grip Molded Santoprene Handle with Stainless Steel Accents and Rivets
• Professional look satin finish blades
• Lifetime Warranty

Features

• 22pc. Set
• Each tool is handcrafted
• Heavy gauge stainless steel
• Comes in a laquered hardwood case w/ handle
• Create almost any garnish imaginable

Features

• VG-10 stainless-steel is clad with 16 layers of SUS410 high-carbon stainless teel on each side, producing a 33 layered rust-free Damascus-look.
• "D" Shape Stainless Steel Handle provides both beauty and function.The "D" shape offers maximum comfort and control
• Seamless one-piece stainless steel bolster, handle, and end cap.
• NSF Approved

Features

• 10-inch granton edge for thin slicing of roasts
• Full rat-tail tang for balance and strength
• Trimetal knife places the optimal steel at each part of the blade
• Molded Novadur handle for comfort and strength
• HighCarbon stainless steel blades for easy sharpening

Reviews (1)

Take Pride in the Slice
For those of us who want everything to look perfect on the serving platter, I recommend this slicer. It's hollow grind gives you total control over the width of the slice, and its wide blade makes it easy to transport the meat from the cutting board. Plus, the high carbon steel gives you an edge that could easily be mistaken for a laser - forgive the cliche, but it finds its way though any meat as though it were butter.Read more

Editorial Review

This knife's thin, 8-inch blade is designed for slicing and handles big carving jobs easily. Henckels' International Fine Edge is an inexpensive cutlery line made in countries other than the company's home of Germany. These knives don't have bolsters and their blades are thinner and less strong. Handles are narrower and shallower than those of the company's premier lines--a feature those with small hands might appreciate. Read more

Features

• Slices roasts, poultry, and ham
• Durable stamped stainless-steel blade
• Black plastic, three-rivet, full-tang handle
• Dishwasher-safe, but handwashing recommended
• Lifetime warranty

Reviews (1)

Decent knife, especially for the price.
Not the greatest Henckels ever, but definitely not the worst, either.It's a decent weight and gets the job done ... Read more

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This is that essential tool you didn't know you needed
This is how I got my husband to stop using our dinner forks for cooking ... but of course now he uses this thing instead of a spatula, or when grilling wildly-flaming meat on the BBQ, etc. ... can't pry it out of his hand. ... Read more