What are the good Henckels blade numbers?

[TJoshX]

Hi all,

I am just curious what the major difference is between the J.A. Henckels blades? I am assuming some blades are obvious superior to others, and I am curious how to tell? I am assuming the blade number indicated on the razor tang is the first hint as to the quality of the blade? Any input anyone has would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers,

Josh

[ben.mid]

I'm not sure if there's any quality reference there, or it's simply style. All Henckels blades are worth having though, if the price is right!

[zib]

I have several including the Friodur. They're all good if you ask me. I even the Professional S series Henckels Knives, which I love..
I coudn't say one way or another if one is better....The difference in str8's for me, is size, grind, etc...
To judge which steel is better would be a feat...I guess if one takes and holds and edge better than another, that might be an example.....

[holli4pirating]

The only thing I really know about Henckels is that the Friodur's are the stainless ones, and those stamped Zwillingwork are the ones that were totally finished at the Henckels facility. I don't know that that makes them any better, though.

I have heard many members say the older Henckels are better shavers, but I personally don't know, because I've not had nearly enough to say for myself.

AFAIK, the numbers are just for blade styles.

[Joed]

J.A Henckles are all great shavers. I've got a bunch and none disappoint. The meaning of the numbers stamped on the shank has been lost to time as far as I have been able to research. There are some that like the pre WW2 models better and I would agree. The Platinums in carbon steel and Friodurs in stainless have the highest ratings of the Henckles.