Question 1

Has the rust problem been corrected?

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OLD QUESTION. I've had the J.A. Henckels Opus flatware set for ten years, not but one minor issue, waterspots(fixed). I pre-rinse everything, never leave food caked on. They were used in a plastic tub dishwasher for six years and currently a stainless steel tub dishwasher for 4 years. In the plastic tub I used Palmolive liquid detergent with liquid Jet Dry dispensed. They were always sparkling, squeaky clean and shiny. Slick. The last 4 years I moved and now have a stainless steel dishwasher. At first there were issues with water spots even using Jet Dry. My Dishwasher manufacturer GE, suggested Finish "All in One tablets" and to continue with Jet Dry in the dispenser. That solved it. Flash forward several years and recently over the last few months I've noticed major rust spots on my butter knives. Now I open the dishwasher and hand dry my flatware before the dry cycle only to open my drawer and see rust spots all over almost every single piece of flatware. Discoloration is an issue too. Guess I got my $250 use in a decade. Still in love with my set after all these years, but I WILL NOT put up with rust issues. Not the end of the world yet still a little heartbreaking, I really love the design, function and simplicity.

Question 2

Are the knives sharp enough to cut steak?

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They are very sharp and cut steak well.  I was skeptical because of their light weight, but they have been very satisfactory.

Question 3

Description says "mirror finish" yet it looks like a brushed finish. I'd prefer the latter. Which is it?

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Definately mirror finish. I usually prefer brushed as well but this set looks nicer and more stately with the mirror finish.

Question 4

Is made in China stamped on the flatware or is it just on the box?

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It's NOT stamped on the dinner knives, but "China" is stamped very tiny on the back of the handle on the spoons & forks. Exact words stamped: Zwilling*J.A.Henckels*18/10 China

ASIN	B00004TX7O
Additional Features	Manual
Best Sellers Rank	#39,229 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #198 in Flatware Sets
Brand	ZWILLING
Brand Name	ZWILLING
Color	Stainless Steel
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 782 Reviews
Finish Types	Polished
Global Trade Identification Number	00035886129972
Included Components	8 - 5PC Place Settings plus 5PC Hostess Set
Item Length	9.8 inches
Item Type Name	Flatware Set
Item Weight	3.2 pounds
Manufacturer	ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS
Manufacturer Part Number	22770345
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Lifetime Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
Material	Stainless Steel
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Number	22770-345
Number of Pieces	45
Product Care Instructions	Dishwasher Safe
Recommended Uses For Product	Camping, Travel
Set Name	Opus
Style Name	Modern
UPC	732233430506 035886129972
Unit Count	45 Count

J.A. Henckels J.A. Henckels 22770-345 Premier Series Opus 45-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Set, Service for 8, Silver, 45 Piece

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