- Easy Care- Four Star knives feature handles made of high impact polypropylene. They are dishwasher safe, sanitary, break-proof and colorfast.
- Perfect Balance - Balance is crucial in using a knife. Sigamforge 1 pc forged construction knives are manufactured by an improved process that achieves a perfect level of balance, thus improving cutting performance.
- Sturdy- Four Star knives are FRIODUR ice hardened , featuring high carbon, no-stain steel blades for a sharp long-lasting cutting edge. The full rat tail tang, which extends into the handle, provide proper balance.
- Dishwasher-safe, but hand washing recommended
- Dishwasher safe but hand washing recommended for all fine cutlery
Product Description
J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star knives were designed and developed in close cooperation with renowned professional chefs. Introduced in 1976, today Four Star is the world's most sought after up-scale knife series. The Four Star knives are fully forged, ice hardened blades with a classic molded handle for comfort and balance.Amazon.com Review
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The short story:
Pay a little more money, and buy Wusthof cutlery,
and get a lot more bang for the buck.
The long story:
J. A. Henckles make different lines of cutlery. Their
“International” and “Four Star” lines are lower quality
and less expensive than their top lines, the “Pro S”
and “Five Star.”
(The only difference between the “Pro S” and “Five Star”
is the handle. The “Pro S” has a full-tang riveted handle,
and the “Five Star” has a bigger, synthetic handle. Some
people claim the full-tang riveted handles have better
balance.)
Though, Henckels name is more well known than Wusthof
and they sell more knives to the general public, people
who have used the two brands, for the most part, agree
that Wusthof is the better knife. Also, Wusthof seems
to employ much better quality control than Henckels.
Henckels cuts corners when it comes to their sets.
Henckels supplies a relatively small, low grade
sharpening steel with their top line “Pro S” and
“Five Star” sets.
In their top line 18 piece sets, their steak
knives come from a lower line.
Henckels has a recommended retail price and a sale
price on their cutlery. Just about all vendors,
sell Henckels knives at the “sale” price. Henckels’
warranty department will only give you credit for
the sale price of their product, even if you pay
more, and have a receipt to prove it.
On the other, hand, Henckels warranty department is
generous when it comes to replacing old Henckels knives
damaged due to consumer misuse. I thought knives
completely submerged in salt-free water would
not corrode. I thought corrosion needed salt or
air. Wrong. My Henckels knives corroded even
though I just left them submerged in soapy water.
The most popular knife today is the Wusthof
Grand Prix, Santaku knife with a granton
edge. This is the knife used by Rachel Ray
and other chefs on the Food Network. “Granton”
means the knife has semi hollowed-out ovals on
its sides. Granton edges may provide a smoother
cut, with less drag. Vegetables may stick to
their sides less. But knives with granton
edges are not supposed to be sharpened at home.
Moreover, they have very little edge to sharpen
and so have much less life expectancy than an
Identical knife without a granton edge.
Rating: 2 / 5
The short story:
Pay a little more money and buy Wusthof cutlery,
and get a lot more bang for the buck.
The long story:
J. A. Henckles make different lines of cutlery. Their
“International” line is lower quality and less expensive
than their top lines “Pro S” and “Five Star.”
(The only difference between the “Pro S” and “Five Star”
is the handle. The “Pro S” has a full-tang riveted handle,
and the “Five Star” has a bigger, synthetic handle. Some
people claim the full-tang riveted handles have better
balance.)
Though, Henckels name is more well known than Wusthof
and they sell more knives to the general public, people
who have used the two brands, for the most part, agree
that Wusthof is the better knife. Also, Wusthof seems
to employ much better quality control than Henckels.
Henckels cuts corners when it comes to their sets.
Henckels supplies a relatively small, low grade
sharpening steel with their top line “Pro S” and
“Five Star” sets.
In their top line 18 piece sets, their steak
knives come from a lower line.
Henckels has a recommended retail price and a sale
price on their cutlery. Just about all vendors,
sell Henckels knives at the “sale” price. Henckels’
warranty department will only give you credit for
the sale price of their product, even if you pay
more, and have a receipt to prove it.
On the other, hand, Henckels warranty department is
generous when it comes to replacing old Henckels knives
damaged due to consumer misuse. I thought knives
completely submerged in salt-free water would
not corrode. I thought corrosion needed salt or
air. Wrong. My Henckels knives corroded even
though I just left them submerged in soapy water.
The most popular knife today is the Wusthof
Grand Prix, Santaku knife with a granton
edge. This is the knife used by Rachel Ray
and other chefs on the Food Network. “Granton”
means the knife has semi hollowed-out ovals on
its sides. Granton edges may provide a smoother
cut, with less drag. Vegetables may stick to
their sides less. But knives with granton
edges are not supposed to be sharpened at home.
Moreover, they have very little edge to sharpen
and so have much less life expectancy than an
Identical knife without a granton edge.
Rating: 2 / 5
Just before my husband & I were married, we happened to be in Stuttgart Germany. We knew we needed a kitchen knife set and stopped at a store that sold Henckels. We chose the 4 star
Twin series, buying a paring knife, the 6 inch and 8 inch chef’s knife, carving knife, bread knife and cleaver plus a wooden stand and sharpening steel. Even back in Sept of 1984, this was an expensive purchase. We have never regretted it and we are still using the set. In fact, I added a second paring knife (most frequently used knife for us)and a boning knife a few years later and I’m online right now to add a couple of other items to my set.
I had to replace one paring knife that somehow vanished when guests were helping clean up the kitchen (I think it 0got wiped into the trash). I could see a difference from 20 years of sharpening the old paring knife (it was a little smaller than the brand new one), but it is still working beautifully.
Purchasing these knives is an investment that will last and last and last and last.
We never have to cuss over dull knives (unless we are working in someone else’s kitchen). We never put them in the dishwasher, it only takes a second to wipe them clean right after using them (and please note – I am not one of those “wash something as soon as it is dirty” over the top cleaniness mavens). I just love these knives so well that I care for them as one should. They are well balanced, hold an edge well, are easy to handle.
You may later regret splurging on clothes or some knickknack. I very much doubt that one could ever regret splurging on these quality knives – which actually turn out to be a sound investment because they can last your whole lifetime. So far it is 26 years for us, and they are still unstained, still beautiful and certainly they are loved!
Rating: 5 / 5
I been looking at soo many different knife sets, but I purchased this one because I totally love the break knife and the scissors (now I could cut my break without using all my weight). My father-in-law used the knifes and he was totally amazed at how sharp they are (amusement is very rare for him). Totally worth the money!
Rating: 5 / 5
As a proffesional chef, the only knives I use are Henckels. I’ve had the same 4 star 8 inch chefs knife for over 6 years. If you multiply those 6 years by about 200 meals a night 5 days a week you get roughly 312,000 meals prepared with that knife. I’ve got to say it’s still going strong and it’s still my favorite knife to use. I’m purchasing this set for my sister who is getting married this August, and it will definately be the only set she ever needs to buy.
To the gentleman who wrote about wustof being the superior brand, I have to say I’m sorry. The only way that it will ever be superior to Henckels is if you are a Wustof salesman. Try cooking over 312,000 meals with a Wustof and call me later. The just don’t last as long.
The henckels 4 star knife is perfectly balanced and has excellent hand feel. From someone who uses it everyday, trust me. I will never buy another brand of knife again.
Rating: 5 / 5