is the body of this unit stainless steel too? I know the blades are..thanks
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The cutting cones are made of stainless steel but the base and body are chrome plated. So the cutting cones are cleaned by holding them under warm running water immediately. But do not immerse the base and body in water. Simply wipe them with a damp cloth.
1986557
It's a shiney metal - don't know if it's stainless or not, but guess it is.
2006468
I did not answer this right away because I was not 100% sure of the answer. I did look it up in the instructions booklet and the blade is stainless steel! It is a great tool I like mine more all the time.
294367
They are not. Those are the international blades. These are Solingen steel; they don't have the same stability of superior Henkels blades but are not trash.
864082
the blade appears to be stainless, but as I only used mine for a week I can't say how long it will hold up. I've had cheap stainless tools that have rusted with exposure to the salt water, and I've had higher-quality tools (e.g. Myerchin) strapped to the mast all year without showing any corrosion.
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Yes - the blade is stainless steel. Although I have noticed more and more stainless steel items seem more susceptible to tiny rust spots ie. a few pocket knives from Kershaw and SOG that have spots. Luckily this is not the case with this stick blender.
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they formerly were american made... A GOOD PRODUCT,,, i have one of the imports,, i am reserving judgement on them... they must have to meet the schrade standards,, but with the stainless steel blades,, i am not sure... the blades are not as stiff an formerly a definite minus.. a thicker blade could be used better for heavy cutting.and i do prefer the highcarbon steel for taking an edge
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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!
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.
388614
The Ka-Bar website gives it as 420 Stainless Steel. I wouldn't worry too much about the alloys, the decent knife-makers all use good steels, and the heat-treatment is equally important. It takes (and holds) a shaving edge!
698599
The Weston parts website advertises the grinding plates as stainless, the cutter blade is, the auger appears to be the same material in the one I purchased, the auger housing and hopper is stainless.
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Apparently the blades are of a slightly different formulation of metal in order to better maintain a quality cutting edge. The blades are surprisingly sharp for standard SS place settings. We love ours after about six months.
1016806
Hey, So To answer your question, I'm pretty sure it's a high carbon steel. Cause the blade has rusted a little bit at one time, And it keeps an edge for a long time, where as stainless steel blades are the opposite, stainless steel rusts and loses an edge quite fast.But I hope this helps you.
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Yes, the blade is 440 stainless steel, Which is pretty hard steel, it flips open quick with just one finger, it works very smoothly and is quite sharp, it Has a seatbelt cutter and a glass breaker. I have one of these knives and I love it, it's a great looking knife to.
857088
They certainly are stainless and seem to be steel. That is the best answer I can give. I do love the way they fit in the hand and are as sharp as a razor. I am very happy with them, whatever they are made of.
1645414
Yes it is a real 404 stainless steel blade... It is not sharp but can hold an edge if sharpened. The handle is made of plastic. The top cap of the handle is made of aluminum. The face of the sword is also made of aluminum. And the... "wings" on each side are made of plastic. It's not something you'd want to swing around. It's meant for decoration.
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Yes, the blade is two parts. One ceramic, one stainless steel. . I cut three of my large dogs today and its just like butter. . Make sure to tie a string to your wrist in case you drop it because the ceramic is vulnerable to being dropped
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It is made from cast steel and stainless blades, however, it is a manual unit and moves around some when in use. It would depend upon the amount of use you plan to give it