Warther Knives

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Sorry, don't have search enabled, so I figured I'd ask the group here:

What is the consensus on Warther Knives, and what steel are they made of?
I recall reading that they were D2, but I'd like that confirmed.

Also, can anybody here recommend any carbon production/inexpensive custom kitchen knives? I'm putting together a recommendation for a small set for my mom's new boyfriend, and he's wants one each of carbon boning and short carving blade, about $100-150 each.


Thanks!
 
Well made, a tad ugly (but many modify them), and a great value.

I don't think they advertise their steel but those in the know say it is indeed D2 or something very close. :)
 
Thanks for your replies thus far!

ADD: thanks for the info, even if it's not concrete :p

KWL: Have had some bad experiences with the HT on Old Hickory knives, so I'll stay away from them for this. However, I will look into Brain Baker.
 
Lucky Bob said:
Also, can anybody here recommend any carbon production/inexpensive custom kitchen knives? I'm putting together a recommendation for a small set for my mom's new boyfriend, and he's wants one each of carbon boning and short carving blade, about $100-150 each.


Thanks!
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For these I would suggest japanesechefsknife.com
Great selection, service, and shipping (often THREE days from Japan!).
For your price range you can pick up some real nice stuff. But you will need to familiarize yourself with the Japanese names of the type of knife you are looking for.

These knives, on average, tend be thinner, harder, and far better slicers than their German and American counterparts. :)
 
Warther has an engine turned pattern on them. The handles appear to be birch or something similar. The blade steel is, I think, D2 and must be kept clean and lightly oiled. I was not happy with the factory edges and used a belt grinder to thin the edges and then brought the edges to a high polish on the leather belt loaded with compound. My Warthers are now great slicers and cutters with screaming sharp edges. Warthers can be turned into great knives with a little work.
 
I personally own several Warthers, and have been through the museum as well, since I only live a few minuits from it. I'v always heard that the steel is in fact D2 but I cannot confirm it. They are well made knives at a good price. The birch handles are beautifull and very attractive, and very comfortable in the hand. Overall, they are an excellent knife, and a very good buy for the money. You won't be disappointed with a set of Warthers. I have never even had to oil mine either, just wipe them dry and put them back in the block. Mine have even been through the dishwasher a time or two. Hope this helps, they get two thumbs up from me.
 
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For these I would suggest japanesechefsknife.com
Great selection, service, and shipping (often THREE days from Japan!).
For your price range you can pick up some real nice stuff. But you will need to familiarize yourself with the Japanese names of the type of knife you are looking for.

These knives, on average, tend be thinner, harder, and far better slicers than their German and American counterparts. :)
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Would you recommend any brands in particular? there are a lot there.
 
They are all good. :thumbup:
They wouldn't sell it if it were not so. Some better than others. ;)

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