Thread: What are the good Henckels blade numbers?

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

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!

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.....

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.

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.