Place Setting Pieces: Knives
The Dinner knife can also be obtained in an extra large size, often referred to as the Continental size, in the following patterns: Acorn; Pyramid; Cactus.
The decision on whether to have long handled or short handled knifes is really just an aesthetic one — the overall length will be the same.
The fish knife and butter knife are all sterling whereas the other knives have separate stainless steel blades mounted on sterling handles — and should never be put in a dishwasher!
The fruit knife makes a perfect cheese knife.
The butter knives in all patterns are identifiable by their sterling blade with its flared end.