I bought two model 288 knives. they were sent loose without packing, so they were ruined. how was yours packaged? any issues, merchant recommendations

Mine arrived with cardboard folded across the blade and taped (this was the packaging from the factory) in a box roughly the dimensions of an A4 piece of paper (standard 8.5" x 11") and 2" deep with several air pillow packaging cushions (this must be a default size, I get a ton of items from Amazon in this box size w/ air pillows). I have ordered two styles of kiwi knives, the pointed cleaver (288?) and the veggie cleavers for a total of 6 knives. I've never had one arrive damaged.

How is the 288 different from the 488?

NO.288 Carving Knife blade 7.75" NO.488 Carving Knife Extra thick blade 7.75"

Does it have a full tang?

The tang stops about 5/6 of the way through the handle on this model I believe.

Is this knife thin and does it flex like the 171/172? Is it worth getting 488 instead?

Doesn’t flex that much,all kiwi knives are great value,easy to use ,just put them on a steel little and often keeps a good edge,hope this is helpful

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A**R

Amazing knife

I was excited to have this knife but little stressed to know if he is craps .Nope he is amazing, I cut evening my chicken breast small pieces, easy , potato Quick ! Onion sliced Perfect!!!!I do not regret, unique thing he had to need a finitions , the blade was sharp but little not finished.My husband sharp him and said "Good blade" impressive for the price.Thanks youI recommend him and another too , amazing to used .

4.02.2024

M**I

Light and sharp knife

I was first introduced to the Kiwi knives from my relatives in Asia, but despite the low cost, they're quite sharp, light and easy to use. Very good for cutting meat and vegetables! Definitely better quality than some similar priced Cuisinart or Masterchef brand knives.

10.06.2023

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guter Service und sehr guter Qualität!

22.04.2019

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Buena relacion calidad-precio-servicio

Muy afilado y buen tamaño

15.03.2019

A**

Excellent quality/price ratio knives for everyday cooking

28.01.2024

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Blade Material	Stainless Steel
Brand	KIWI
Colour	Brown
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Blade Edge	Curved
Blade Length	8 Inches
Construction Type	Forged
Item Weight	4.2 Ounces
Blade Colour	Silver
Is Dishwasher Safe	No
Item model number	Kiwi
ASIN	B0091OPBCS

Kiwi Knife (8 inches) #288

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