Cutlery
Way back we put a small addition on to "Chicago Cutlery" in Ill. Got close with the plant manager and he gave me 2 full sets of their product plus a few sets of steak knives. Still using the knives and what a great product. I soak the wood handles in a wood oil maybe every 4 years or so. Unfortunately they now made in China. And other good brands out there?
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I bought a Kitchen set of Case years ago. Some how one knife disappeared.
But....
I've been looking on line for a set for my son. Most of the Name brands are now made in China, and reviews aren't great.
Or way over my budget. The search continues too.0 -
Where were you at in Illinois?asop wrote:Way back we put a small addition on to "Chicago Cutlery" in Ill. Got close with the plant manager and he gave me 2 full sets of their product plus a few sets of steak knives. Still using the knives and what a great product. I soak the wood handles in a wood oil maybe every 4 years or so. Unfortunately they now made in China. And other good brands out there?
There was a or possibly the plant right near my house in Wauconda.
I have and have had a bunch of their knives over the years, but have always been looking for the "perfect" cutlery set for us.0 -
Cutco knives are still made in the USA.
They have a forever guarantee and free sharpening.
Made in Olean, NY. The same company that makes Kabar knives.
And the scissors are awesome!0 -
I have a set of Robison steak knives that stay sharp for years. I have one Cutco that is good also. 0 -
Cutco!
Stamped rather than forged but they are top of the line stamped.
I've used one of their hunting knives for years. I was cutting through a reindeer rib cage (I was clearly abusing it) with the first one and broke out a chunk of the blade. I sent it back and they replaced the knife. Not another problem in 20 years.
I've given their table/streak knife sets for gifts several times.0 -
Unfortunately they now made in China
What isn't these days?
I grew up using those Chicago knives in Mom's kitchen. Good knives and not expensive. Wish I still had a couple.0 -
I have a set of Wustof knives made in Germany and I like them. I also have an old set of Chicago Cutlery knives I got in the 70's. Great knives sorry to hear they are made in china now.
Cutco knives are nice and made in the uSA.0 -
Quote: I've used one of their hunting knives for years. I was cutting through a reindeer rib cage (I was clearly abusing it) with the first one and broke out a chunk of the blade. I sent it back and they replaced the knife. Not another problem in 20 years.
You sure made out well getting a knife replacement but I bet ole Santa gave you a chunk of coal for what you did to Dancer!0 -
I always brought reindeer bbq to the office Christmas lunch.
I am evil, I tell you. :x
Reindeer are a hoot to hunt. When they realize they are in danger they mill in a circle with the larger herd bulls in the center. Almost impossible to snipe one out of there. St Paul Island natives prefer to shoot a "young buck" for eating so I pretty much had the pick of the old bulls.
I watched a stately bull leave the herd then lay down alone to die of old age. I walked up to him and placed a hand on the tip of one antler. He was too weak to stand so I used my permit. I could not bear the thought of the foxes eating him alive.0 -
If you don't mind high carbon steel I would say Green River knives I think still made in Mass 0 -
gearhead-The plant was in fact in Waconda. We put a dock addition on along with some interior renovations. Right down the street from both Phil's Beach and Honeyhill. Used to go to those beaches with my H.S. girlfriend way back The business was in Libertyville.0 -
I have Lamson knives still made in the USA and forged not stamped. They have a sharp for life and lifetime warranty. All of my knifes are from them, most area a good 20 years old and still do not need sharpening.
Check them out.
https://lamsonproducts.com/0 -
Well, thats pretty darn close to where I live! Wauconda is up and coming! They have really done a nice job with their downtown area!asop wrote:gearhead-The plant was in fact in Waconda. We put a dock addition on along with some interior renovations. Right down the street from both Phil's Beach and Honeyhill. Used to go to those beaches with my H.S. girlfriend way back The business was in Libertyville.
If it wasn't in Illinois, it would be that much better!!0 -
I have found vintage Chicago Cutlery at a large thrift store near me. Have bought more than 2 dozen over the last several years, usually 3 bucks or so a pop. Check Fleabay just to see what's out there (not that you would want to buy them there). 0 -
Brookwood wrote:Quote: I've used one of their hunting knives for years. I was cutting through a reindeer rib cage (I was clearly abusing it) with the first one and broke out a chunk of the blade. I sent it back and they replaced the knife. Not another problem in 20 years.
You sure made out well getting a knife replacement but I bet ole Santa gave you a chunk of coal for what you did to Dancer!
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I have found all these brands at the local thrift store, except the Shun and brought many back to life. Huge difference using a good knife instead of junk 0
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