Matfer 215001 Mandoline Vegetable Slicer Review

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(More customer reviews)My first mandoline was the Bron which is visually the most serious/macho/cool of the bunch, but its shortcomings were unacceptable - the slicing blade is one-piece stainless, and can't hold a sharp edge; the julienne blades are not sharp and can't be sharpened; and the safety carriage is designed to not go past the cutting edge. I sold it.
I now have a Matfer (the all-stainless model) and it has a 2-piece slicing blade: the cutting edge is high-carbon steel (which can be sharpened and hold its edge) welded to a stainless part. The julienne blades are very sharp (altho can't be resharpened). The safety-gadget thing works well, but can't be used for waffle cuts. I use the Matfer only for waffle cuts and if I have large quantities of slicing. If you want french fry size potatoes or are slicing celeriac, you're better off with a sharp knife. The disadvantage of this machine is that you can't adjust the slicing blade's uniformity of thickness - my slices are thicker on one side (the Bron had more adjustment leeway).
The machine I use the most is the Benriner - the slicing blade is very sharp and is sharpenable. The (unsharpenable) julienne blades are extremely sharp. It can't do waffle cuts and is not good for massive quantities of large cuts. It's best for finer julienne and thin slicing such as potatoes, cucumber or daikon.
Don't even consider using these machines without the safety gadget.
Unless I have a large quantity of slicing to do, I'd opt for a sharp knife, because cleanup time counts too.
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Note: I originally wrote the above review in Nov. 2001, based on the then-current Matfer model 44595. Judging from the photo of the current model 215000, it appears that the slicing blade is now one-piece stainless steel instead of carbon welded to stainless. "... you can sharpen the knives and correct the play of the blades for more precise cuts" refers to the slicing/waffle blade, not the julienne. The julienne blades are not sharpenable.

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THE MATFER Stainless Steel MANDOLINE has been designed to be easy to use: It has one handle to hold in position during the chef's work, a smooth inclined plane, a perfect adjustment of the blades by milled nuts (6) and one adjustable foot. With the concept of the blade holders delivered with the Matfer Mandoline, you easily switch from 10 to 60 blades (4) (including 38 combination) in a few seconds and revert to the embossed or plain central blades (2) in a simple operation. After a long period of usage, you can sharpen the knives and correct the play of the blades for more precise cuts. Is easy to clean: No more screws and nooks anywhere to catch food. Each part is smooth and quick to dismantle. THE MATFER Stainless Steel MANDOLINE pusher does not limit the size of your vegetables and avoids waste by creating fewer vegetable heels. Comes with combinations of 30, 20, 10 (including 38 or 60) blades, carver and waffle. Please note: model 215001 does not include a pusher, sold separately.

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Personalized Set of 6 8oz Stainless Steel Groomsman Flask - Engraved Review

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(More customer reviews)The inclusion of the engraving in the price of these flasks makes this a great deal. The flasks are nice enough and work well. They are a little big, so don't plan to put them in your front pocket or anything like that.
In case you're wondering the process for the engraving, this is how it works: The company emails you after you buy the item and you respond saying what you want engraved on the flasks. The whole process was painless and quick.

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GROOMSMAN'S 8oz STEEL FLASK - FREE ENGRAVING* Personalized Stainless Steel Engraved Flask holds 8 oz of your favourite bourbon/beverage* Flask measures 5" height x 3-3/4" width x 1" depth* Attached Screw down cap* Brushed stainless steel finish* Makes a perfect give for any occasion* Wwhich is everlasting & great keepsakeEngraving includes 4 lines of text, 20 characters per line. For example, our most popular demand is:Name Title (eg. Groomsman/Bestman)Occassion (eg. Weddings/Anniversaries/Birthdays)Date- We use High Quality Food Grade Stainless Steel Flasks- Quick Turnaround (1-3 days most jobs)- No Minimum or Maximum Orders - Order 1 or 1,000- No Setup Fees- We can do Your Custom Logo's, Clip Art or Words- Big, Legible Custom Engraving- Each Flask you Order can be Different

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Cuisinart SCO-60 Deluxe Stainless Steel Can Opener SCO-60 Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the worst joke I have ever had inflicted upon me. We wanted a sturdy, durable can opener that would last more than a year, and this appeared to be the solution. Backed by the Cuisinart brand I was comfident we would be in good shape. It wasn't in stock for 3 or 4 months, but we waited patiently convinced it was the answer to our prayers.
It lasted about a month before it broke. It would not latch onto the cans any longer. It was heavy, solid, made by what I thought was a quality brand name, and it would not work. What a disappointment. But I was confident Cuisinart would set things right, so I e-mailed them.
Wow, what an eye opener about this company! I was told I had to MAIL this heavy object back to them ON MY DIME. Brand new, less than 2 months old, broken and not working, and I am supposed to lay out the heft shipping fee over and above the expensive price tag, which would only be worth the money if the product actually worked.
End of the story, we bought another can opener and it is working fine so far. Eventually it will break as well, nothing is made with any substance any more. We really thought the Cuisinart would last, and if there were any problems at such an early stage they would ship out a replacement, brand new, and prepay the postage for the return like truly reputable companies I have dealt with in the past.
This unit is defective, and their customer service stinks. Save your money, it does not live up to the image, and if you buy it you will get stuck with the postage bill trying to return it. We refused to throw good money after bad, so we are eating the cost. But we now know better than to buy another Cuisinart product in our lifetimes, so that is worth something to us at least.

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Brushed stainless steel, simple lines, and an embossed Cuisinart logo make this electric can opener one to keep out on the counter. The unit's extra-wide base prevents sliding or tipping, and its press-and-release lever makes opening any size can effortless. Simply position the can under the guiding posts and lower the lever. Once the precision Power Cut blade pierces the can, cutting begins with no need to hold the lever down during operation. Cutting stops automatically once the can has been fully opened. The blade and handy magnetic lid holder are attached to the removable arm, making cleanup a breeze. The can opener measures 6 by 5-3/5 by 10-5/7 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

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Maxam KT17 17-Piece 9-Element Surgical-Stainless-Steel Waterless Cookware Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I had a Townecraft home demonstation and thought it was wonderful. The salesman was great and really made me excited. Then came the price. I've bought cars for less than that! I started looking around for that same brand on auction sites and found it 1/2 the price, but still very expensive. I went to the waterless cookware site and decided to give Maxam 9 a shot. It took 2 months to get, but the pans are good heavy quality, very easy to clean, and keep the food moist. Waterless cooking, however, takes patience to get right and you are likely to burn some meals if you stick to the time guidelines in the book. I've had them for about two monts now and finally got rid of all of the old teflon and rusty pans...they aren't coming back. I've cooked with the Townecraft pans before and you aren't going to see enough of a difference to warrant 6-8 times the price. Maxam 9 (World's Finest) is almost as good and won't kill your budget. As Zig Ziglar says "It's easier to justify cost once, than apologize for quality forever" The price is more than what you are going to pay in WalMart, but the cost over a lifetime will be much, much lower because you won't buy pans again.

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Providing a wide range of essentials, this 17-piece cookware collection makes a nice choice for those setting up a first-time kitchen or for anyone looking to upgrade. The set includes a 1-2/3-quart covered saucepan, a 2-1/2-quart covered saucepan, a 3-1/5-quart covered saucepan, a 7-1/2-quart stovetop roaster, an 11-3/8-inch skillet, a dome cover for the roaster and the skillet (can also be used directly on the stovetop as an extra skillet), and a flat cover for the roaster and the skillet, as well as a double boiler unit, five egg cups, and an egg utility rack. Use the saucepans when making homemade marinara sauce, cooking lentils, or heating up soup; the stovetop roaster works well for cooking large cuts of meat; and the skillet provides a wide flat base and tall sides--perfect for one-dish meals like chicken and rice. Melting chocolate's effortless with the double boiler in place (it can also be used directly on the stovetop as a 3-quart saucepan), and the egg cups allow for making poached eggs. The collection also provides a handy recipe book with step-by-step instructions.
Best of all, the cookware can be used with the healthy "waterless" method of cooking. "Waterless" cooking allows for quickly cooking food on the stovetop at low temperatures and with only a very small amount of water--if any. It cooks in a way that retains almost all the vitamins and minerals (only 2-percent average mineral loss)--so veggies come out the same vibrant color as when they went in the pan. Even more, the high-quality cookware does not require additional grease or oil when cooking, which means low-fat meal options. Steam-cook food without the need for a steamer basket, bake a chocolate cake on the stovetop--between conventional cooking and the "waterless" method, the options are endless.
To ensure fast, even heating with excellent heat retention and no hot spots, Maxam's "waterless" cookware features 304 surgical stainless-steel construction, inside and out, with an encapsulated thick aluminum disk in the base, which consists of nine elements: chrome, nickel, manganese, silicon, aluminum, iron, copper, molybedenum, and vanadium. The nine-element construction means that the cookware can be stacked, one on top of another, for space- and energy-saving convenience. Start by cooking on individual burners; when the steam-release valve in the lid whistles, simply stack the pans to finish cooking. For example, a hearty stew with carrots and potatoes can cook in the bottom pan, while broccoli cooks in a medium-size pan above that and another veggie cooks in a smaller-size pan on the very top. The self-sealing lids help lock in flavor and nutrients, and they can be inverted for nesting inside the proper pan before stacking or hanging the cookware when not in use. Even more, the thoughtfully designed cookware features nonslip phenolic handles that are welded to the outside (no rivets or screws inside the pan) and can withstand an oven's heat up to 350 degrees F (though the cookware is designed for stove-top use only--no need to turn on the oven when it's possible to bake on the stovetop). The handles are resistant to heat, cold, and detergents, and they offer a hanging hole at the end to help save on cupboard space. Safe to use on ceramic, electric, and gas stoves, the cookware carries a limited lifetime warranty and cleans up easily by hand with warm, soapy water (pots can go in the dishwasher, but the lids should be hand-washed due to the steam-release valves).
What's in the Box 1-2/3-quart, 2-1/2-quart, and 3-1/5-quart covered saucepans; 7-1/2-quart stovetop roaster; 11-3/8-inch skillet; dome cover for the roaster and skillet; flat cover for the roaster and skillet; double boiler; 5 egg cups; egg utility rack; recipe book with instructions. 1-2/3-quart covered saucepan measures approximately 7-1/2 inches wide by 3-3/8 inches high 2-1/2-quart covered saucepan measures approximately 8-5/8 inches wide by 3-3/4 inches high 3-1/5-quart covered saucepan measures approximately 9-1/8 inches wide by 4-1/8 inches high 7-1/2-quart stovetop roaster measures approximately 11-7/16 inches wide by 5-5/8 inches high 11-3/8-inch skillet measures approximately 11-7/16 inches wide by 2-13/16 inches high Double boiler measures approximately 9-1/16 inches wide by 4 inches high Dome cover for roaster or skillet measures approximately 11 inches wide by 3-3/8 inches high

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Progressive International Stainless Steel Lid and Spoon Rest Review

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(More customer reviews)This thing is wonderful! Holds up to the biggest lid without any problems. Cleans up great - I've even ran it through the dishwasher a few times.
Don't hesitate on getting this. I was so impressed, I bought my mom one. And if you have stainless appliances, it looks nice setting next to the stove - it has become a conversation piece! When I show others how it works, they agree, Finally a place to set the steamed up lid without getting the counter/stove top all wet!

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Progressive International\'s brushed stainless-steel spoon rest keeps stovetops and counters clean by preventing drips and lid rings. The sleek, stylish design complements any kitchen décor and holds most lids, splatter screens, and utensils. The lid and spoon rest measures 7-1/5 by 6 by 7-4/5 inches and is dishwasher-safe.

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4 Arm Mug Stand by Tripar Review

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(More customer reviews)I loved my coffee cup holder. It was just what I was looking for. And I received it very fast.

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Cuisipro Measuring Spoons Review

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(More customer reviews)Recommended by Cooks Illustrated. Great design and quality. The spoons are oval and fit into spice jars easily. Will purchase for my children when they're on their own.

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Cuisipro Measuring Spoons Cuisipro's Measuring Spoon set features five oval-shaped, long-handled spoons that make it easy to retrieve spices or other ingredients from jars and small containers. Made of sturdy stainless steel, these nesting spoons come with a convenient clip for storage. These spoons are dishwasher safe. Set includes 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1 tsp., and 1 tbsp. Model: 747002

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