Are these good to use on lettuce and fruits to prevent browing? It looks like there is some metal on the blade and that it isn't 100% ceramic?
1412658
No metal on the blade - it's 100% ceramic to the best of my knowledge. I haven't had any issues with browning due to metal oxidation (or is that reduction - I forget!).
1412659
As far as I can tell there is no metal in the blades. It appears that way in the photos because of the way the light is shining on them. I took mine out and looked at them and the blades are entirely the black ceramic color. Hope this helps : )
1412660
I use mine for lettuce all the time and it does seem to keep better. I do believe that they are all ceramic.
1247157
They are not noodle like, but more like a shred. They are julienne strips that come out the length of the veggie you put on the blade. I tried it on a Jicama and it was great, the sweet potato would be nice.
1324663
Simply yes, They are sharp out of the box and can be sharpened more to cut through a watermelons. The real question is how many could it do before it warps the metal. I cut a watermelon and cantaloupe but didn't feel like wasting any more fruit. Blades feel OK in the hand I added a larger gauge paracable to mine. I'm not sure they could last a zombie apocalypse more then a few dozen decapitations. Another issue I had with these is the the sheath. I had to cut the opening so I could get the blades in and out quicker. Luckily I didn't have to go to far to get a knife ;). Great blades for the price you really can't beat it. Simply yes, They are sharp out of the box and can be sharpened more to cut through a watermelons. The real question is how many could it do before it warps the metal. I cut a watermelon and cantaloupe but didn't feel like wasting any more fruit. Blades feel OK in the hand I added a larger gauge paracable to mine. I'm not sure they could last a zombie apocalypse more then a few dozen decapitations. Another issue I had with these is the the sheath. I had to cut the opening so I could get the blades in and out quicker. Luckily I didn't have to go to far to get a knife ;). Great blades for the... » Read More Simply yes, They are sharp out of the box and can be sharpened more to cut through a watermelons. The real question is how many could it do before it warps the metal. I cut a watermelon and cantaloupe but didn't feel like wasting any more fruit. Blades feel OK in the hand I added a larger gauge paracable to mine. I'm not sure they could last a zombie apocalypse more then a few dozen decapitations. Another issue I had with these is the the sheath. I had to cut the opening so I could get the blades in and out quicker. Luckily I didn't have to go to far to get a knife ;). Great blades for the price you really can't beat it. « Show Less
1040660
I have been putting them in the dishwasher, I use "Finish" for preventing spots and water marks. While the handles are plastic, and not high end, the blades are sharp and work better than more expensive knives I've had in the past.
171447
The blades are made of stainless steel. I have been using these scissors for at least a year with no problems. The blade sheath also doubles as a tool to remove any herbs left between the blades.Vern K.
1494222
Actually the care suggests not to put them in the dishwasher. I believe the prolonged heat may be hard on such thin ceramic. However, I've put mine in the dishwasher occasionally when I was in a hurry, but only put them on a 'delicate' or 'light' wash cycle and they were fine. I think a regular prolonged exposure to heat my cause damage to the blade.
1753431
What is the actual problem? Is it not cutting at all? Mine had a protective sticker on the back blade when I received it. It also only works with the cutters pointed down into the vegetable. I use a fork to hold the veggie down and protect my fingers. Not sure what else to suggest without knowing what is happening.
789409
The blades are stainless steel. My wife grinds frozen berries every day. So far they blend better than the original blades. Aluminum would not hold up with frozen food.
1964809
Never ever sharpen ceramic knives yourself. They require a professional. If they are treated well and correctly, they won't need sharpening often and should last for many many years.
1483480
I use it in the kitchen as a paring knife. Probably requires more care than most folks want to bother with but I like a sharp carbon steel blade so I do not mind washing, drying, & putting on a dab of vegetable oil after each use. But hide it because others will put it away wet or in the dishwasher(Yikes)! It will rust.
1665869
They work really well because their edges are sharp. However, I do suggest cutting the hard vegetables into a thickness that is no greater than 1/4 inch.
1667394
I am far from an expert on this . I use them for jewelry making and cut thru stainless and silver plated silverware with no problem. Sorry I couldn't be more of a help.
2187362
I can't answer your first question, but I can answer the second. I haven't had any trouble with my blades rusting. They appear to be stainless steel.
1863825
I use them to sharpen my fein MM blades which are made of pretty tough steel. That all I have used them for and they have worked great! Hope that helps...
1953105
Here's what the instructions say. "Use on alloy, carbon, or stainless steel. Not for scissors, serrated electric knives and any blade that does not fit freely in the guides." No mention of ceramic. I will say it has sharpened everything from a large cleaver to the most thin fillet knives. Hope this helps. I still give it a 5.
1194586
Hi, I have this blade and have used it for making jewelry without an issue. You may burn through them quickly though, depending on how often you use it.
1430177
Hi Tiffany, I don't know what the blades are, but whatever they are, they have not dulled and have not shown surface tarnish or rust. This thing is a monster, and just keeps doing the job. I also like the glass carafe of the blender - something hard to find. The only problem I have found is that the plastic receptacle for the juicer stains from carrots, citrus, etc. - but it isn't a problem for me because the unit itself and the carafe don't stain, and I keep the plastic pieces in the cabinet. Just buy it!