PRESS RELEASES
Kitchen cutlery always a popular registry item
CUTCO experts help you choose quality cutlery to add to your gift registry
Jan 20, 2009
He asked and you said yes. But, before you say, “I do” you’ve got a few things to mark off your to-do list.
Somewhere on that list is registering for gifts and somewhere among the china, linens and glassware there’s sure to be cutlery. Knowing that quality kitchen cutlery is a popular wedding registry item year after year, the experts at CUTCO Cutlery, the largest manufacturer and marketer of high-quality kitchen cutlery in North America, are here to help you outfit your new kitchen, one piece at a time or everything from steak knives to complete kitchen sets.
“Your kitchen will be more than just a place to or cook or eat, it’s the heart of the home,” said Sandra Grey, public relations and marketing communications manager for CUTCO Cutlery. “It’s a place where you’ll create, gather, celebrate and share for years to come. That said, make sure the cutlery and kitchen accessories you choose are ready for every family moment, large or small.”
Before registering for a good set of knives you should get your hands on them, Ms. Grey said. Does the knife feel comfortable? How does it cut? Are they well balanced? Durable?
“You wouldn’t buy a car without a test drive, so you shouldn’t buy cutlery without doing the same,” Ms. Grey said.
When shopping around be sure to look for the following qualities in cutlery:
The blade – Sharpness is vital. Blades made of high-carbon, stain-resistant steel are your best bet, said Carey Litteer, executive vice president of CUTCO Cutlery. They take and hold a sharp edge longer than low-carbon steel and will not rust or discolor like high-carbon steel.
“Today’s high-carbon stainless steels used to manufacture fine cutlery provide the best balance between hardness, stain resistance and toughness,” Mr. Litteer said. “We believe all three of these properties are absolutely required for home kitchen uses.”
Cutting edges – Different culinary tasks call for different knives. For chopping and mincing you’ll need a straight-edge knife, like a Santoku Knife, Vegetable Knife or French Chef Knife. Slicing tomatoes? A recessed-edge utility knife like the Trimmer is ideal. A recessed edge is one in which the cutting edge is recessed back from the edge of the blade to protect it from coming into contact with ceramic plates and other dulling surfaces.
Construction – Knives with a full tang – the steel extends the full length of the knife, into the handle – are strong and balanced. A partial tang is fine on knives that don’t see a lot of heavy action, like a Table Knife, but a full tang on a French Chef Knife, for example, is a must.
Handle – A comfortable, ergonomic handle that fits right or left, small or large hands is something you should demand in a set of quality knives. Molded thermoresin is durable and more hygienic than wood, and triple rivets ground flush with the handle will ensure durability, comfort and cleanliness
Storage – Proper storage is essential for your safety and that of your knives. Cutlery that rattles around with other utensils in a drawer gets dull and damaged. Store knives in a block that sits on your counter or in trays that fit in a drawer or hang on the wall. Those options keep your knives from being damaged and your hands from being cut by reaching into a crowded drawer.
Guarantee – A solid guarantee from the manufacturer will protect your cutlery investment. Often, the length of the guarantee is a good indicator of how long you can expect the knives to provide the satisfaction you paid for.
Most well known for its kitchen cutlery, CUTCO introduced a line of stainless steel flatware last year. Also part of the CUTCO family of products are cookware, garden tools and outdoor knives.
CUTCO, celebrating its 60th anniversary, is the largest manufacturer and marketer of high-quality kitchen cutlery and accessories in the United States and Canada. All CUTCO products are marketed directly to consumers and are backed by the company’s Forever Guarantee, which ensures that CUTCO’s cutlery stays within families for generations. CUTCO is a proud supporter of the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement. For more information about CUTCO, please call toll free (800) 828-0448 or visit www.CUTCO.com.
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