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The Classic Ikon 14-piece block set includes 3-1/2-inch parer, 4-1/2-inch utility, 6qty 4-1/2-inch steak knives, 6-inch sandwich knife, 8-inch bread knife, 8-inch cooks knife, 10-inch steel, kitchen shears and a 17 slot storage block, Wusthof Classic Ikon is a culmination of all the best features of each of the Wusthof knife lines. The combined riveted handle design is combined with a contoured shape to add comfort and control. The Classic Ikon adds a rear bolster that acts as a counter balance when using the knife. This second bolster adds significant blade control. Classic Ikon has a unique forward bolster as well. The forward partial bolster is designed so you can sharpen the complete length of the blade. This bolster is also curvered inwards to allow your fingers greater control while holding the knife by the blade. Located in The Cutlery Capital of the World, Solingen Germany, the Wusthof factory history goes back as far as 1814 when the company was listed with the Duchy of Berg. To this day, the company remains family owned. Throughout it’s history, Wusthof has focused almost solely on the manufacturing of forged knives for the professional chef and home cooking enthusiast. Wusthof uses a special blend of German steel through out the whole length of the knife. The ingredients of this steel are proudly etched on each blade. Wusthof not only uses the best materials to make a fine knife, but it is also crucial that each blade is precisely tempered. This tempering allows the knife to hold its edge for an extremely long time, yet still be able to be maintained in your home kitchen with out the need to be sent away for maintenance. Our unique compound angle is not seen in many knives. This angle tapers from the spine of the knife to the edge to allow for a sturdy, yet extremely sharp edge while it also tapers from the bolster to the tip to give the knife strength as well as flexibility.
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- 14-piece set includes 3-1/2-inch parer, 4-1/2-inch utility, 6-inch sandwich, 8-inch bread, 8-inch chef, six 4-1/2-inch steak, 10-inch sharpening steel, and kitchen shears
- Precision forged from single piece of high-carbon German stainless steel; laser-controlled and tested cutting edge
- Double bolsters provide heft and balance for effortless cutting; full tang extends through the handle
- Triple-riveted black handles with innovative contoured design; classic 17-slot wood knife block
- Hand washing recommended; backed by limited lifetime warranty; made in Germany
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Cuisinart Continental Collection 14-Piece Set with Dupont Delrin Black handles in Natural Block
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- Features 8-inch chef's, 8-inch bread, 8-inch slicing, 4-1/2-inch utility, and 3-1/2-inch paring knife, plus six steak knives, 10-inch steel, kitchen shears, and storage block
- Durable high-carbon molybdenum steel blades resist rust, stain, and corrosion
- Nonslip DuPont Delrin handles are perfectly weighted for optimum balance and performance
- Curved triple-rivet design connects handle and blade
- Limited lifetime warranty
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Buy Cheap KitchenAid Cooks Series 14-Piece Cutlery Block Set with Bonus Santoku Knife

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A complete overhaul for the kitchen cutlery drawer, this KitchenAid Cooks Series set includes knives for everything from paring fruit to slicing steak. Crafted for efficiency and frequent use, Cooks Series kitchen knives are forged from extra-durable high-carbon stainless steel. The heat-tempered blades sport a razor-sharp edge, and a full-tang design provides strength, balance, control, and weight. KitchenAid also looks after the cook's hands with this series--the comfortable grips are fully contoured with smoothly rounded backs. Handles are a low-gloss black, while their tips are capped with gleaming stainless steel for a handsome, modern contrast. A good choice for the busy home cook, the knives are resistant to staining and wash up easily by hand.

With 14 pieces total, this set includes all the knives most cooks need, plus a place to store them. The 8-inch chef's knife handles dicing, chopping, and mincing, while the 8-inch serrated knife is great for bread and the 8-inch slicer is suited to roasts. A 5-1/2-inch serrated utility knife, a 3-1/2-inch paring knife, and a pair of kitchen shears complete the set. KitchenAid also includes a 4-1/2-inch santoku knife for thinly slicing meats and veggies. The hardwood block stores everything but the santoku and features a metal KitchenAid logo. For added reassurance, KitchenAid backs its cutlery with a no-hassle one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Set consists of: 8-inch chef's knife; 8-inch serrated bread knife; 8-inch slicing knife; 5-1/2-inch serrated utility knife; 3-1/2-inch paring knife; 4-1/2-inch santoku knife; kitchen shears; 6 steak knives; wooden storage block. 14 pieces total.
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- 14-piece fine-edge Cooks Series cutlery set forged from durable high-carbon stainless steel
- Includes 8-inch chef¹s knife, 8-inch serrated bread knife, 8-inch slicing knife, 5-1/2-inch utility knife, 3-1/2-inch paring knife, and 4-1/2-inch Santoku knife
- Also with kitchen shears, storage block, and set of 6 steak knives with stamped blades
- Heat-tempered razor-sharp blades; contoured handles; stainless steel caps
- Wash by hand for best care; backed by KitchenAid with 1-year warranty
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 "Dull and thin blades" 2009-08-21
By lj (PA USA)
Just tried these knives and could not believe the non-quality. I tried to use them and the knives got stuck in middle of an apple and potatoe, had to to back to the using a cheap ten year old set I had, the blades on these knives are thin, bend and extremely dull, dangerous to use dull knives.

 "Needs a TEN at this price!" 2008-12-25
By In Memory of W. G. Simms (Palmetto Piedmont, USA)
We have some very nice knives made by Henckel and Shun and these KitchenAid knives approach the quality of those with a much more modest price point.



For instance...



Our friends have a daughter who recently graduated from university and will be setting up her own place. With the budget we allocate for such events we had no idea that we could make the kind of contribution to her future household that we did with this set.



Indeed, the price we paid at KOHLS in the winter of 2008 was too low to mention without embarrassment and this set would have been worth four times that.



BOTTOM LINE: If you find this set at $100 or less jump on it.



PRO:



1. Price



2. Quality



3. Completeness



4. Curb appeal - looks good!



CON:



1. Block wasn't well-finished; steak knife slots needed enlarging so the knives would fit on the one we bought.



2. Honing steel is too short; this set comes with an 8 inch honing steel and a 10 or 12 is more appropriate for most.

 "GREAT SET OF KNIVES" 2008-11-19
By Mary L. Rogers (Oroville, CA)
I love this set of knives. My grandson commented on what nice knives they are and told his wife maybe they should look into getting a set as they needed some good knives. So I got them a set for Christmas. You really can't go wrong with Kitchen Aid.

 "Where do you put the 'bonus' knife????" 2008-11-04
By trail girl (New Hampshire)
I like the knife set just fine; the only thing that bugs me is that there's no slot for the bonus knife, so it tends to just sit out on my counter. :)

 "Quality product" 2008-10-01
By Drew Odette (Portland, or)
I have always been impressed with rubbermaid and kitchenaid products. They are sturdy, affordable, stylish and reliable. This product is all of those things. They aren't the type of product where you jump out of your shoes saying "wow I had no idea knives could be that great!", but they are a fantastically high value product in many respects.


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Ginsu 04826 14-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Block Set. Commercial quality, high carbon, Japanese Stainless Steel never need sharpening.
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Technical Details

- Blades are made of commercial quality, high carbon, Japanese stainless steel
- Stainless handles are built for extreme strength and durability
- Blades have durable double serrated edges
- Blades never need sharpening.
- The hardwood storage block keep your knives organized, safe and ready to use
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Comprising a complete assortment of cutlery for the home cook, these basic and specialty knives will handle the full range of cutting tasks. Each knife is well-balanced with comfortable, ergonomic Santoprene® handles which ensure a secure and confident grip. The blades are durable titanium plated Japanese steel with a unique combination of holes and ridges that reduce friction and drag . Keep them sharp with the companion honing steel. Our 15 piece set also includes a full set of 5" steak knives--perfect for your next dinner party. A handsome black hardwood block stores blades safely and within easy reach.
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Technical Details

- Set includes 8-inch chef, 8-inch slicer, 7-inch bread, 5-inch serrated utility, 5-inch Santoku, 3-1/2-inch parer, six 5-inch steak knives; 8-inch sharpening steel
- Titanium plated Japanese steel with Circulon's TOTAL Release System combination of holes and ridges
- Ergonomic Santoprene handles for a comfortable, confident grip
- Housed in an elegant, modern black hardwood block
- Hand wash with mild cleanser; lifetime warranty
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 "Overall Good knives" 2009-01-10
By Edgar Wolfe
I bought these knives for my wife and they seem really good. There is only two in the set that are serrated, so I hope the straight edge doesn't dull, because they are very sharp. It does come with a sharpener, but I don't know how to use it. All around nice knives that have a real modern nuveau look.


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Cuisinart Triple Riveted Forged 14-Piece Cutlery Set with Bonus 7" Santoku Knife. Set includes: 8" Chef's Knife, 8" Slicer, 8" Bread Knife, 4 3/4" Serrated Utility Knife, 3 1/2" Paring Knife, Kitchen Shear, Sharpener, 6-stamped Steak Knives, Block. This set includes a full complement of cutlery for every use - versatile for chopping, slicing and more.
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Technical Details

- Superior high carbon stainless steel forged high quality blade
- Ergonomically designed handles
- Triple riveted handles
- Bonus 7" Santoku Knife included in box
- Perfect for chopping, slicing and more
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 "nice and sharp" 2009-06-01
By Laura Young
This is my first "real" set of knives and I love them. They are very sharp and well balanced. I didn't realize how dull my old knives were until I cut some vegetables with these. My only problem with them was that there wasn't a place for the santoku and I was expecting the steak knives to be serated. Other than that I love!!! these knives.

 "Gread knife set for the money" 2007-11-15
By J. Butts (San Diego, CA)
This is a great knife set for the price. My sister in-law used the set when she came to visit and she liked it so much she went home and bought a set for herself. Knifes stay sharp - have to be careful I've cut myself a few times (I'm so used to dull knifes). The only down side is that they don't do well in the dishwasher. I had read other reviews about the cuisinart knifes prior to purchasing that said they did ok in the dishwasher but my experience is that they tend to rust. Much better to just rinse and dry right after use - worth the time to me to keep them in good shape.

 "didn't receive it" 2007-01-18
By Joseph L. Cobb (Birmingham, Al,USA)
We ordered it for a christmas present and did not receive it

 "a good cut" 2007-01-09
By mimi (usa)
This cutlery set is great.

We just got married and it is wonderful for us.

It comes with a great wood block, which does not take up a lot of space. All of the blades are very sharp and are easy to hold.

It is the best set we have had. (Thanks Dad)

 "Referbished?????" 2006-12-22
By D. Hess (Michigan)
Won't by anything refurbished again. These knives were all extremely dull, and one the sm paring knife had a crack in the blade near the back. Also two of the knives had small knicks, including the bread knife . They should have never been on the market. I did not send them back, too much hassle. I did sharpen them, and are now usable. Spend the extra and get Trident, there is no comparison.


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The Wusthof Gourmet 14piece block set includes the 2.75" straight parer for your for exact straight edge cutting of doughs and pastrys. The 3inch parer is a must have knife for all you peeling and paring of fruits and vegatables. The 4.5" utility is useful for the small slicing jobs on fruits and vegitables. The 8inch Bread knife will handle the crusty loaves of bread and the the 8" cooks is a must for all your chopping and dicing needs. The set also includes the come apart kitchen shear, 9 steel and a 17 slot block. In addition this set has 6 steak knives. Typical stamped knives are punched out like a cookie cutter. Wusthof Gourmet knives are Laser Cut. This intricate manufacturing process is superior to other "cookie cutter" methods as it is more precise and leaves the knives with less distortion. The Gourmet knives use the same steel that is used in our other more expensive knives. Wusthof uses a special blend of German steel through out the whole length of the knife. The ingredients of this steel are proudly etched on each blade. Wusthof not only uses the best materials to make a fine knife, but it is also crucial that each blade is precisely tempered. This tempering allows the knife to hold its edge for an extremely long time, yet can be maintained in your home kitchen with out the need to be sent away for maintenance. Located in "The Cutlery Capital of the World", Solingen Germany, the Wusthof factory history goes back as far as 1814 when the company was listed with the Duchy of Berg. To this day, the company remains family owned. Each step is performed to exacting standards by skilled German workers aided by the most modern, computer guided equipment. It is this balance of German technology and old world hand craftsmanship that is the secret of how each WÜSTHOF knife is created. Known the world-over for it’s unique and uncompromising quality,
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Technical Details

- Set includes 2.75" straight parer, 3" parer, 4.5 utility,8" bread 8 cooks 9" steel, shears, 17 slot block and 6 steak knives
- Synthetic handles are compression riveted to the full tang of the blade
- Laser cut from High Carbon German "X50CrMoV15" No Stain steel
- Compound tapered blade is laser tested for sharpness and the correct cutting angle
- Made in "The Cutlery Capital of the World" Solingen Germany
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 "It Cuts Like a Knife" 2009-09-13
By L. Boki (San Francisco, CA)
They are not the top of the line but respectable for a budding gourmet. Proof of their effectiveness can be found underneath the several bandaids I have had to wear since accidentally mishandling the bed knife once and a steak knife once.



What a joy to have decent knives to use in the kitchen. It helps to inspire me as a cook.



Great for the price and definitely do not put these in the dishwasher. I am proud to own, even if it is on the lower end of the spectrum, one of the finest knife collections currently on the market.

 "Wonderful Wusthofs!" 2009-08-23
By E. Rio (Inland Empire, California)
I went on a search for something of high quality at a reasonable expense. After some research I came upon Wusthof Knives. The absolute best is their "Classic" set, however I didn't want to spend that much money so I decided to try the "Gourmet" set. It came with a butcher block, steak knives and a free bamboo cutting board for less then $200. I am extremely pleased with my purchase and I recommend them to anyone. I literally threw away my old set and my beautiful Wusthof's proudly grace my new granite counter!

 "Good for <$200, but stickers are stupid" 2009-07-29
By J. Wright (Chicago, IL United States)
Forged steel was out of my price range, so I had to go with stamped. ($200 is enough for me, thank you.) The set is nice, a bit light, but good... EXCEPT FOR THE STICKERS. Yes, the red logos on the handles are--in fact--red pixelated laser printer stickers that get ruined in the wash. Get some Goo Gone and spend 20 minutes taking them off before washing the set. Of course, if you were paying for the brand... there is still the logo etched into some of the blades. :)

 "Remarkable" 2009-04-18
By O. SOLIS (SAN DIEGO, CA)
This is a must have set for any up coming chef, good steel, good weight and balance, perfect for cutting and chopping.

 "Good starter Wusthof set, but don't expect forged metal" 2008-12-09
By J. Soper (Jacksonville, Fl)
General thoughts: Decent set, Chef and Bread knives stand out. Stamped, not forged. Handles have a slighly cheap appearance. Scissors can be easily taken apart to be washed. Set has all the knives most people will need. If you are used to el-cheapo $25 knife sets, such as I was, these are a major upgrade and will probably keep most amateur chefs perfectly happy. But - not as good as the Classic series.



I went into a local store to buy a Classic set, and they were out. The salesperson pressured me to purchase this instead, and when I got home I decided I really wanted the Classics. I have decided to return these and upgrade even further (Classics cost around TWICE as much for a comparable set incl. steak knives).



However, despite the slightly cheap-looking handles, they appear to be perfectly decent kitchen knives. I didn't cut anything with them, but I did set them up on my counter, tested each one for balance, and ran my finger over the edges.



They look pretty good overall, although the tang only goes halfway through the knife, and it is even shorter on the two small paring knives (you can see where it stops about mid-handle). And the handle design gave them a bit of a cheap appearance. The block was solid.



I am not sure that I can comment on sharpness. I regret that I did not cut anything with them. The serrated Bread Knife was the only one that felt like it could cut me easily when I ran my finger down the blade. Some of them (particularly the steak knives) didn't feel very sharp, but that might not mean anything.



The Bread Knife and Chef's Knife were well balanced. The rest of the knives were handle-heavy, including the steak knives.



Bottom Line: Get a Classic (or Grand Prix) set if they are in your budget, but if they are not, this seems like a perfectly decent set. Wusthof is known for quality, so these would probably hold up well over the years.


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Craftsmanship has been a tradition at Wusthof for over 190 years. Quality and precision have always been the standard that we measure our knife by. Our Gourmet line of stamped German Knives take precision to a new level. Each knife in this line is actually cut from a piece of high carbon German steel using a laser beam to make an exact a perfect blade. The Gourmet 14 piece set has a very functional assortment of Gourmet knives. The set includes 3 inch parer, 4.5 inch utility, 7 inch santoku, 8" bread, 7" cooks, a quantity of 6 4.5inch steak knives, a kitchen shear, 9" sharpening steel and a 17 slot block.
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- Wüsthof Gourmet set includes 13 knives/utensils and 17-slot oak block
- Includes: 3-inch paring; 4-1/2-inch utility; 7-inch santoku; 7-inch cook's; 8-inch bread; 6 4-1/2-inch steak; shears; 9-inch sharpening steel
- Knives laser-cut from high-carbon, stain-resistant German steel
- Full-tang, high-impact 3-rivet handles
- Made in Solingen, Germany; wash cutlery by hand
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 "sharp" 2008-08-11
By Janet F. Hunter (Erie, CO United States)
I love them. It is the first time I have owned knives that are really sharp. I would recommed them to everyone.

Jan

 "Wusthof Gourmet 14-piece Block set" 2008-02-25
By Sara Goldblum
I have been using my Wusthof knives every day. I will probably add more knives, since I like to cook.


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KitchenAid Triple Riveted 14-Piece Cutlery Set with a Pull-Apart Steak Knife Block. Set includes: 8" Chef, 7" Santoku, 8" Slicer, 5 1/2" Serrated Utility Knife, 3 1/2" Parer Knife, Shear, Sharpener and 6-Forged Steak Knives. A full complement of cutlery for every use. Take your steak knives to the dining or buffet table for use.
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- 14-piece cutlery set includes removable steak knife block for easy table setting
- Includes: 3-1/2-inch paring; 5-1/2-inch serrated utility; 7-inch santoku; 8-inch chef's; 8-inch slicer; 6 steak knives; kitchen shears; sharpener; wood storage block
- High-carbon, stainless-steel blades; forged steak knife blades
- Triple-riveted handles with full-tang construction for perfect balance and weight
- Excellent gift set; wash cutlery by hand for best results
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 "Pleasantly surprised" 2009-05-13
By Karl Schneider (Warrenton Oregon)
I was pleasantly surprised with the workmanship of these knives. When they arrived, I ordered all the old knives outta the house. (that went over like a lead baloon) I don't think we had 2 matching knives in the entire house. Well we do know! For the price I think we dune good!!

 "You get what you pay for" 2009-03-24
By Skwerl (Austin, TX)
Cheap, in all meanings... I use these when I'm feeling too lazy to clean my Henckels. You can toss this cheap crap in the dishwasher. Who cares if it ruins it after a while?

 "knives" 2009-03-23
By Raquel Armida Amezcua (California)
The knives are great with the exception of the chipped wood where the steak knives are held. It looks like it migtht have been dropped because there is a "dent" and wood missing. Otherwise, the knives are sharpe and organized nicely.

 "nice set" 2008-12-31
By Pabs (CA, usa)
very well built and very sharp. gave them as a gift to my mom and she was impressed with the sharpness. nice little perk being able to move the small block with steak knifes out. overall the set is well made and has knives for all the normal daily cooking needs.


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Ginsu International Traditions 14-Piece Bakelite Knife Block Set stocks a kitchen with most cutlery needs, and packs all knives in a contemporary black hardwood storage block. The set includes: an 8-inch chef's knife, an 8-inch slicer, an 8-inch bread knife, a 5-inch boning knife, a 4-1/2-inch utility knife, a 3-1/2-inch paring knife, and six 4-1/2-inch steak knives, plus a pair of shears.
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- Unique double edge blade for precision cutting
- Serrated knives never need sharpening for strength and durability
- Commercial Quality
- Convenient hardwood storage block keeps your knives organized, safe and ready to use
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
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By Kirk Taylor (san diego)
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3RJ3HVYV15PD1 Like most other knife sets they come in a brown block case. Not these. If you have a black kitchen as I do , Then all your other appliances will look great with this product. Ginsu is da bomb. Excellent choice foryou kitchen counter -------------- ATTN must open video with windows media player

 "Ginsu knifes block set" 2009-09-03
By Niwrka Pickard (Gulfport, MS USA)
I just received my set of knifes today they look exactly like the pic and the block is hard wood just painted in black wich matches perfectly with everything in my kitchen, they are very sharp so have to be careful, I really like them the delivery was really quick, and I'm very happy with my order.


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Oneida brings its heritage of design leadership and premium quality to cutlery in this 14 piece Stainless Steel Classic Knife Set. The classic pistol-style polymer handles feel as good as they look. The shape is ergonomically designed to feel comfortable in your hand and the dot grip adds both styling and security while handling. Each knife also features a forged bolster and a full tang to provide optimum balance, safety and strength. The striking pearlized granite hardwood storage block keep the knife clean and safe while protecting their sharp edges. Plus, each knife slot is labeled with the corresponding name so you know exactly which knife to pull out of the block. This 14 piece cutlery set has all the essential knives you need to handle any recipe and is backed by a lifetime warranty for long-lasting performance.
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- Knife blades are forged from high-carbon 420 stainless steel for excellent edge retention
- Forged bolster and full tang to provide optimum balance, safety and strength
- Taper ground for for added strength
- Pearlized granit hardwood knife block features labeled slots so you know exactly which knife to pull from the block
- Set includes: 8" Carving Knife, 8" Chef Knife, 8" Bread Knife, 7" Santoku Knife, 6" Boning Knife, 5" Utility Knife, 3" Paring Knife, and 6- 4 1/2" Steak Knives
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KitchenAid Stainless Steel 14-Piece Block Set. Set includes: 8" Chef, 8" Slicer, 7" Santoku, 5" Serrated Utility, 3 1/2" parer, Sharpening Steel, Black Kitchen Shear in a Black Traditional Block. A full complement of cutlery for every use.
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- Blades with razor sharp edges create a premium cutting performance
- Durable, long-lasting blades forged from high-carbon stainless steel
- Light and stable hand-conforming grip makes carving, slicing, and dicing effortless
- Convenient traditional block designed for easy knife storage
- Brushed stainless steel handles
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 "Absolute garbage" 2009-08-28
By Robert P. Brodner Jr. (Frisco, TX United States)
We finally broke down and bought a new knife set and settled on this one due to the look and Kitchenaid reputation. Boy are we sorry. We've had this set for a little over a year and 2 of the table knives broke. The blade just snapped in half. Not from abuse, just having a dish get laid on top of them in the sink. Avoid these at all cost.

 "RUST BUCKET! Looked good, cuts well." 2009-08-01
By Michael
I have had this set for at least 3 years now. The set looks good and cuts well. All the knives started showing rust spots shortly after purchase. Now the rusting is all over. I wouldn't want to put these rusted knives on any of my food. I had a stainless Cuisinart set previously, but wanted the black block look in our new kitchen. The Cuisinart set had no rust issue... I should have kept it! This would be a great set and I wold rate it a five star if not for the rusting which make them unusable; unless you don't mind getting a tetnus shot when your done eating!

 "Looks great, but doesn't hold up" 2009-06-01
By S. Cullen
We bought this set because of the look and Kitchenaid name. Unfortunately, after only a couple weeks these knives had rust spots all over them. This was only with normal use and hand washing. No problem with the way they cut, but if you purchase them expect to have a set of rusty knives.

 "very well made high carbon stainless for this price cannot be beat" 2009-05-20
By beerorkid (NE)
My wife got me this set for christmas a couple years back and I absolutely love them. If you do the research you would know there are 3 kinds of materials used for most knives. Carbon steel which is soft, cheap, does not hold a sharp edge for long, and rusts. Stainless steel which is hard and keeps a sharp edge for a while but, is really hard to sharpen. The best of both is high carbon stainless steel which gives you the best of both worlds, which is what this set is made of.



The 3 big knifes are amazing. The spine (back edge) is rounded for comfort. The bolster (where the blade meets the handle) is rounded and extremely comfortable to use for long periods. Also the bolster / heel design eliminates the chance of cutting yourself from a sharp edge at the base of the blade. The balance is really good as well. These are really comfortable knives to use for extended periods of time. If you do not know knife skills please look them up and use a pinch grip for slicing and chopping. These knives are almost ergonomic for the pinch grip. I second guessed the quality of this set I got as a gift till I saw how much thought was put into the design and researched the materials used. These are my best knives I own and I use them daily with pride.



If you use your knives daily you will need to care for them. Cut on only plastic or wood, hone with the sharpening steel every couple of uses (more on that below), and keep it sharp by a professional or sharpen them on your own. Never put a quality knife like this in the dishwasher. When you are done with it rinse it and wash if needed, hand dry and place back in the block. Not only will it keep your knives in their best shape but it is a basic safety measure. Dishwashers destroy sharp knives. Not only do the detergents damage the edge, but the heat can weaken the temper of the edge since it is so thin. The carbon content of these knives will rust if not properly taken care of. This is not pure stainless, this is a professional set of high quality knives. This might seem rude, but if you cannot take proper care of your knives you do not deserve this set.



The sharpening steel is a name that suggests it actually sharpens, it does not. It should be called a honing steel. What it does is straighten out the edge to correct any rolling of the edge that has happened after use. The steel included is very good and magnetized to collect burs that might be removed during honing.



I have had these knives professionally sharpened and then started sharpening them myself. They hold an edge very well and the quality of the metal shines through. I do not know of another set that has so many great design qualities and is made of such fine materials for the price. I would recommend these to anyone and buy them as gifts if only my friends cooked at home as much as I do.



My only complaints are:

- the scissors are not as strong as I would like. I replaced them with a more robust pair

- the steak knives are a bit blunt and not too sharp. I used a sharpening stone to sharpen them to my liking. I understand why they came that way though.

- the serrated knife is a bit small and hard to work with. I would of liked a bigger and better designed serrated / bread knife.

Still not enough to dock a star for the price point.

 "should "stainless" steel rust this much??" 2009-04-23
By Diane Kwak (Northern NJ)
before purchasing, i read the reviews and noted that i should hand wash these knives... and i've been doing just that and placing wet knives in my dishrack to air dry. maybe that's where i went wrong (i should have towel dried them as well?), but the knives still rusted, and that is NOT making me happy. i have another knife that looks just like these, made by Cuisinart, that DOES NOT rust, even when washed in the dishwasher. i'm wondering why these rust so much. isn't "stainless steel" supposed to resist rust?



other than the rusting issue, the knives are very good. they are incredibly sharp. however, with the rusting issue, i wish i could return them...


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