Cutlery set to buy please advise

zillah · Mar 21, 2008 3:20 pm

I am looking to buy a cutlery set , from where should I buy ? and which brand should I buy ?

I do not like to spend more than 150 buck

Thanks

stonecutter1309 · Mar 21, 2008 4:50 pm

Try Peters of Kensington
www.petersofkensington.com.au

Though your request is sort of vague - things to think about

zillah · Mar 21, 2008 5:06 pm

Thanks stonecutter

I am looking for every day use, and for 8 people.

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what material? silver, stainless seel?

Yes you are right, I could not ask this , because it was part of my request, since I do not know which material is better, therefore i could not deciede which one has more durability and last longer

Yak_Chat · Mar 21, 2008 5:09 pm

Zillah, Go for stainless as it is easy to clean, durable and does the everyday tasks well.

Silver is very nice to use, but a bugga to clean and is a soft metal so will damage pretty easily with everyday use.

Have a look at the Maxwell williams range - not sure of the prices but you might find one in that price range.

Have a look at them at myers, DJ's and other stores such as kitchecn supply companies.
Steve

Michelle · Mar 21, 2008 5:11 pm

To buy a silver set will cost you more than $150.00.

Better stick to stainless.

zillah · Mar 21, 2008 5:29 pm

Thanks for these feedbacks.

Now I would go for the stainless steel, but which brand should I go for it , because there are heaps of stainless steel.

Michelle · Mar 21, 2008 5:35 pm

Look for a stainless that fits your $150 budget and that you like…..the name and brand doesn’t really matter.
As long as you like it.

nzfiona · Mar 22, 2008 3:21 pm

Thomas is a good brand as well. Myer (when there's a sale on) and most good kitchen stores should have a variety of brands from which to choose.

Fiona

andrew_123 · Mar 22, 2008 5:02 pm

i use maxwell and williams cutlery

its realy durable and best of all, it looks fantastic.!

we brought the cutlery individually, on sale, because we didnt need all the extra forks etc like in the sets. one fork i think is 5.95, teaspoon 2.50 etc.

a 8 person set will cost maybe $200 - $350.. not so sure.

have a browse here: (they also sell homewares -plates etc)

www.maxwellwilliams.com.au

shop here:

-myer

-house

etc.. all the homeware shops! its well worth the $$!!

zillah · Mar 22, 2008 5:17 pm

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i use maxwell and williams cutlery

Thanks for let me know about the barnd name

Yak_Chat · Mar 22, 2008 7:16 pm

I have MW's in the Madison range.

And when your after plates.
Don't get the MW's :shock:

The nice lady at the shop told me as Í had the box of MW plates on the trolley, she said - do you really want those - here I'll give you a hand, have a look at this.

So she put the MW and the VUE brand of plain white plates beside each other and the Vue was so much whiter.

And then she pointed out that VUE was cheaper and better quality - and they also sell them as a single plate - so I can replace them as desired in the futre.

What a nice lady - I'll be back.

Good luck and remember to hold the knive and fork and act as though you are eating to be sure you like the look and feel of them.

Steve

vpande · Mar 22, 2008 9:04 pm

Harris Scarfe (in case u r in Adelaide or Melbourne) has genuine specials on these items fronm time to time. you will certainly get a good deal there than Myer or House.

royalblue · Mar 22, 2008 9:35 pm

By-pass the usual trade outlets!....

Look up wholesale suppliers to the hospitality industry in your yellow pages. They carry and supply large ranges of varying quality cutlery and stuff, at very attractive prices!

Here in Perth, we wanted a good set of everyday dinnerware early last year. We went to Gibsons & Paterson. They showed us an impressive range, in their massive showroom. We could buy as many or few as we wanted, so it's a very happy buying experience, rather than having to buy sets that may not be exactly what you want.

Ash.

brittany · Mar 22, 2008 10:59 pm

Another place to try is your hospitality shops such as cedar or hotel agencies in Melbourne. They supply to the public, try haggling on the price, and they have good prices and quite a range.

Adrian B · Mar 22, 2008 11:27 pm

Try Oneida or Stanley Rogers as well

PhoenixStar · Mar 22, 2008 11:49 pm

There are also brands such as TableKraft and Grosvenor. We have a good set of Grosvenor cutlery of for everyday use and another REALLY good set which stays in its box and gather's dust!!! :wink:

It only comes out for very special occasions.

Make sure you know what quality of stainless you are buying:

Stainless steel is a composite of different steels and varies in terms of grades for different uses. The main ingredient is chromium and nickel has been added to provide a resistance to corrosion.

Therefore 18/10 means 18% chromium and 10% nickel. The higher the nickel content, the more protection from corrosion. Prices vary considerably depending on these specs. And 18/8 means 18% chromium and 8% nickel. The higher the nickel % the better - supposedly.... although they are both classed at 304 grade stainless.

You need to make sure you know what you are paying for...

Do your shopping around, go to Myers and stores with dedicated departments and staff... Let them show you the difference. A nice piece of cutlery will be weighted correctly and not feel too heavy or lop-sided in your hand...... they also do not need to cost the earth for a decent set....although if you want heirloom quality it will cost you.... :roll:

Good Luck!