are these knifes brand new? Did the stickers on the handle come on the knifes?
1490386
Unless otherwise stated by the seller, I'd guess they're new. The ones that I ordered were. You would probably be best to ask the seller directly.
1490387
hello. Yes these knives were brand new. Great knives too...I've used them for the last 2 years and are excellent.
1490388
Yes. I bought two sets as gifts and they love them one year later. I've had the same set for 9 years and they're the best value out there.
1490389
Yes, they are of high quality and have been a great product. I got my set a few years ago and haven't needed to sharpen them yet.
2068827
I don't think those have been released just yet. Ask on bladeforums.com, the guys on there know everything about knives
1677484
Sorry, I already tossed the packaging. However, if you go to www.hamptonforge.com you can ask Hampton Forge LTD (R) directly. It is a US company based in New York and New Jersey but I can't tell you were they get there knives from. I do have to say they are awesome knives. But be careful they are so sharp I have cut myself and didn't even realize it until I saw the blood. I hope this info helps :)
1256328
Yes, they came very sharp! I love them and use them all the time...they have stayed sharp.
1447874
Mine are new so haven't needed sharpening yet. I'm assuming you could sharpen them, however, one blade has tiny serrations on it. It that blade was sharpened, the serrations might be smoothed off.
1639606
Supposed to be new. Is there hair on the blade or could it be preservative oil? Mine were clean and new looking.
1710591
No, mine are brand new. They have done exactly what I wanted in a binocular. They are fairly rugged with the "armor" coating and being weather-proof make them a good choice for my use, photography. Would be prefect if they were a smaller to fit into my camera bag but not that big of deal.
1730534
They are. Maybe a tad darker. Although this has nothing to do with the color, I have noticed that the design on the handles has started to peel and also, one of the blades has come loose.
683202
Yes! They are brand new. For them for my wedding, they are really beautiful.
2075883
Seems you've gotten lots of answers already...and they are correct. I will say that they are a very easy knife to hold and that they have a good weight to them. I'm extremely pleased with mine. I do hand wash them and dry them right away. They seemed to water spot if left to dry on their own.
178925
Yes, they are handmade in China. But I will say this, I have bought 3 knives from this manufactor and all 3 were outstanding in quality!
171739
No. I bought the same set for my girlfriend this Christmas. Great knives. We're using our old knife block.
1262033
Hi, the knives are as described and pictured. They are very sturdy and the knives are a sleek design with the blade and handle flowing into one unit without an annoying wooden handle like other knives. They are very sharp and we really put them to the test with this past Thanksgiving holiday and they sliced and diced through everything with ease! My husband is still 100% satisfied with the knives and says this is his best gift by far. Hope this helps with your decision!
953126
Yes, they are engraved, or as someone said, "stamped" on the handle. They are very nice!!
216681
I haven't used them yet, so I was able to check the box they're still in, but there is no documentation. On the knives themselves, they simply say "stainless steel".
296225
THey are new and sealed in plastic and put in a cardboard package. I really enjoy a very sharp knife that is easy to wash and Gela did not disappoint me.
71220
Yes these are new, good quality! Watch out for the "re-manufactured" though they are not the bargain they claim to be.