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Diamond Cut 6pc Steak Knives in wood block. Features polypropylene handles and "never needs sharpening blades". Dishwasher safe. Lifetime warranty. Gift boxed.
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- Wood Block Included
- Lifetime Warranty
- Complete Knife Set
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The Gourmet 7-piece block set includes a 3-inch parer, 4-1/2-inch utility knife, 8-inch cooks knife, kitchen shears, 9-inch sharpening steel and a 9 slot storage block. Typical stamped knives are punched out like a cookie cutter. Wusthof Gourmet knives are laser cut. This intricate manufacturing process is superior to other -inch cookie cutter-inch 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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- 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
- Full tang with triple-riveted, ergonomically designed handles; dishwasher-safe
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 "Supplier cancelled my order" 2009-01-28
By J. PIERCE (Iowa)
I ordered the Wusthof Classic 7 piece knife block set for a Christmas gift. I paid for it with a credit card and received confirmation. I was then contacted with a phone call that the knives shouldn't have been listed on Amazon. A recall was issued for them as soon as they reached my destination. I never saw the Wusthof knives and block and was issued a credit. I feel this is a poor way to do business, but it was to my advantage because I found a better set for just a little bit more money.

 "Do you really need the whole set?" 2007-03-20
By Christopher Hennes (Norman, OK)
I know, I know, people like sets. We like things that match. It looks classy on the counter, etc. And we want to own "the best" and show it off to our friends. But after three years, I only use two of these knives consistently -- the chef's knife and the paring knife. I love the Wüstof chef's knife - for the paring knife I am indifferent. So ultimately, I probably could have saved a lot of money buying a cheap bread knife and paring knife and just buying the Chef's knife from this set. Not to mention that Forschner (Victorinox) makes an excellent, much lower-priced chef's knife that has been very highly rated (higher than this chef's knife) by Cook's Illustrated. So while I love these knives, I am a bit embarrassed that I probably bought the set more for the "show off to friends" factor than a serious analysis of what I needed in a knife set.



Pros:

1) Solid construction

2) Holds edge well

3) Feels expensive



Cons:

1) Relatively heavy and not terribly maneuverable

2) I don't need all the knives they include - do you?

3) The block only has one full-width slot, so it is difficult to add another chef's knife or larger knife to the set

4) We're paying a lot for "forged" "full-tang" construction that doesn't really mean anything to a home cook making one or two meals per day

 "Are they sharp? Have a bandage ready!!" 2005-09-08
By B. Thomas (Midwest)
I received the knives,opened the box, wife used one of the knives, sliced her finger! These are very sharp knives and they hold an edge. Haven't found one problem with them yet. Look good, fit well in hand. Got them at a great price also. Best set of knives I have ever owned.

 "Really Worth It" 2005-06-15
By S. A. Johnson (Bay Area, California)
The saying, "You get what you pay for," is not always true but I have found that with kitchen items, it is usually right on, especially with knives. If you are not used to seeing the prices for higher end knives, they may shock you, especially when it is for an individual knife. With a set like this, not only do you save a lot of money over buying the pieces one at a time, but you also get a great starter set that will meet most all of your cutting needs in the kitchen.



We got our set of knives for our wedding and they have treated us well. The classic set feels great and well balanced in your hand. The handle is comfortable and I don't feel like anything is going to break as I put the knives to work.



I also use all the parts in this set. Every knife has a regular use, whether it is for cutting, chopping, slicing, paring, whatever. I use the sharpening iron regularly to keep the blades cutting well and the kitchen scissors are some of the best I've owned for a variety of tasks. The only drawback, and it is minor, is that the wooden block does not have slots for steak knives (probably since they don't come with the set).



They also are easy to clean and food doesn't seem to get too strong a hold on them.



And, probably best of all, the knives have a lifetime warranty. I know if anything happens to them, I can take them to just about any store that carries Wusthof and get a replacement without any problems.



So, without any hesitation, I really do recommend spending the extra money on a fantastic product that really will be used a lot and will last you a lifetime.

 "Now it cuts like a knife...But it feels so right..." 2004-10-06
By Buys Too Much
These knives are superb! I am absolutely thrilled with my purchase. I purchased this set during an Amazon "Friday Sale" combined with a kitchen items promotion and ended up paying approximately 165 dollars!



These knives are flawless (both handle and blade)in their construction and razor sharp right out of the box. They practically "sing" when you brush your thumb against the blade.



I have never used "good" knives before, so i was amazed at how effortlessly the chef's knife cut through a potato! I barely applied any pressure and the knife just did all the work. I understand that is how good knives are supposed to be, but it was still pretty awesome to experience.






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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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- 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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Global 6 Piece Block Set. Set comprises of 7" Asian cook's knife, 8.25" carving knife, 8.75" bread knife, 5.25" utility knife, 4" paring knife plus stainless steel counter top storage block. (G4, G3, G9, GS3, GS7 AND G835KB). Loved by professional chefs around the world, Global knives are an excellent choice for the serious home cook. The thin and razor sharp Global blade allows the cook to cleanly slice through foods, preserving the integrity of the ingredient and maximizing its flavor. The majority of Global knives are ground to a straight point rather than the western style of beveling the edge. To balance their knives Global uses a hollow handle that is filled with just the right amount of sand to create the correct balance. The handle has its own unique darkened dimples for a non-slip grip. Because the knives are very light weight they reduce hand fatigue. Global knives have a smooth contour and seamless, all stainless construction that eliminates food and dirt traps. Global knifes are forged in Japan from CROMOVA 18 Stainless Steel, a blend of 18 percent chromium for good stain resistance plus molybdenum and vanadium which gives excellent edge retention
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- Thin blades for precision slicing
- Face-ground with long taper so edge remains sharp longer
- Blades made of high-tech CROMOVA stainless steel
- Light weight and perfect balance reduces hand fatigue
- Stainless-steel handles are molded for comfort and dimpled for safe grip
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Seamless stainless steel construction produces this stunning collection. Features the look and benefits of Damascus steel, yet without it's rusting problems. Storage block is made from bamboo; an abundant, renewable resource.
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- 9-piece knife set: 9-inch bread knife, 9-inch slicing knife, 8-inch chef's knife, 6-inch chef's knife, 6-inch utility knife, 3-1/2-inch paring knife, sharpening steel, TaskMaster kitchen shears, and bamboo storage block
- VG-10 stainless steel clad with 16 layers of SUS410 high-carbon stainless steel on each side
- Rust-resistant; offers benefits and look of Damascus steel
- Seamless, single-piece, stainless-steel bolster, handle, and end cap
- made in Japan; comes in gift box; covered by lifetime warranty
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 "Splendid Knives!" 2009-08-10
By Victoria Hawker
I recently purchased the Shun Classic 9-Piece Block Set with Bamboo Block and I realized that I have never owned a really good knife before, even though I have had some "name" brands. Slicing, cutting, chopping is effortless, like cutting through butter. The bamboo block is very attractive, however it is about 11" deep and with the projection of the knives up to 4" beyond that, it is a formidable presence on the counter. Overall, very happy to the point of euphoria!

 "The Sharpest Knives Ever" 2007-01-06
By J. Cartwright (Sunriver, OR United States)
I was introduced to the Kershaw Shun Knives in a local kitchen store, but decided to purchase a set at a better price through Amazon. These knives are absolutely top quality and make cutting even very thin slices a joy. Because of my appreciation for the quality, I purchased two more knives as Christmas gifts for my son and daughter in law.


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"A good set of knives is just as important as quality cookware. Chefs go crazy over knives, and I can understand why - they become an extension of your hand in the kitchen. My new collection is razor-sharp to get the job done well and fast, and feel comfortable so you won't get fatigued. I love the storage block from acacia wood, an eco-friendly hardwood that has such a rich, warm grain." - Paula Deen
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- Includes: 8 Inch Slicer, 6 Inch Utility, 8 Inch Chef, 8 Inch Bread, 3.5 Inch Parer, 8 Inch Sharpening Steel, 6-Slot Acacia Wood Block
- Tempered and hardened high carbon steel with a tapered ground edge is designed for perfect cutting performance. A full tang offers exceptional control and balance.
- Smooth, contoured handles are efficiently crafted and shaped to ensure a safe, comfortable grip. They are nonporous to prevent the growth of odor causing bacteria.
- Sustainable, eco-friendly acacia hardwood block stores knives safely and within easy reach. This complete set contains the knives you'll need for all your kitchen needs.
- Lifetime Limited Warranty
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Cuisinart's 21-piece triple riveted knife set is made of forged stainless steel and includes everything necessary to prepare your favorite recipes. The black-handled set includes: an 8-inch chef knife, an 8-inch serrated bread knife, an 8-inch slicer, a 7-inch santoku knife, a 6-inch chef knife, a 5.5-inch serrated knife, a 5-inch santoku knife, a 4.5-inch serrated utility knife a 3.5-inch paring knife, eight 4.5-inch steak knives, a sharpening steel, an 8-inch all-purpose household shears, and a wooden storage block. Also included is a bonus 8 by 11-inch poly cutting board designed especially for chopping, slicing, and mincing meat, poultry, and cheese without sticking or tearing. Set includes 21 pieces total.
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- Stainless steel forged blades are durable, easy to use and clean. Vibrant red triple riveted handle are strong and ergonomically designed for easy handling.
- Cuisinart triple riveted cutlery is durable and easy to use. Cut and prepare all sizes of fruits, vegetables, breads, and more. Stainless steel forged blades make use and cleaning simple.
- Perfectly weighted handles for optimum balance, control and performance
- Perfect gift for the cook in your home.
- Easy to use and clean
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 "Terrible steak knives!" 2008-08-13
By Mandy Konis (Los Angeles, CA)
I bought this set on sale for $100 and all in all, I suppose it was worth the price. Don't expect extreme precision, heavy weight or razor sharp edges; they aren't professional grade knives. But the knives are firm, the handles are comfortable and this makes a reasonable starter set. The wooden block is very attractive, as are all the knives. On to the negative: The steak knives could not slice a ripe tomato! They are neither serrated or sharp enough to make up for it. I use them as butter knives. The idea of using them to slice meat baffles me. And the knives will rust very quickly. Do not leave them damp for even an hour or two! The set does not come with a proper paring knife or a good fish/boning knife, therefore it is quite incomplete. I recommend passing on this set and spending an extra $100 or so on something of higher quality.


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Stunningly beautiful line of cutlery features the look and benefits of Damascus steel, yet without it's rusting problems. The Damascus-look blade profile reduces sticking and results in less damage to the food being cut and faster prep times. Storage block is made from bamboo; an abundant, renewable resource.
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- Includes 4-inch paring knife, 6-inch tomato knife, 7-inch santoku knife, 8-inch offset bread knife, 6-inch boning knife, shears, bamboo block, and sharpening steel
- Made from VG-10 stainless steel clad with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel on each side
- Patterned, layered surface; stunning look of Damascus steel with added rust resistance
- D-shaped PakkaWood handle; stainless-steel end cap; ergonomic offset stainless-steel bolster
- limited lifetime warranty; made in Seki City, Japan
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 "Great set that doesn't include a Chef's Knife (buy the 10-inch at Amazon)" 2009-02-26
By BTrain (Pioneer Square)
I've had these knives for over three years and I love them. One of the key things about this set is that it does not include a chef's knife. I personally recommend buying the 10-inch knife separately and did a lengthy review of that product there...please read that one. You can get it here: Shun Classic 10-Inch Chef's Knife This set is perfect for suppluing other knives for those times when you need something like a paring knife or a boning knife.



Why is this set so good?

The knives are super-sharp when you get them. Which is a plus for a short-term, but you will also find that it is easy to maintain a sharp edge, or resharpen them later. Maintaining the edge is important. You get a honing steel as part of the set...use it! You use the honing steel basically whenever you are going to use the knives...I don't, I use it about every other time usually cause I am lazy and the knife is still very sharp. Once in awhile you will need to sharpen the blades. This is technically different from maintaining and you need to use a wet-stone to do this yourself (again Amazon sells one that works well). If like me you are into cooking you could pay a professional to sharpen the knives periodically. Before you think that is added cost, know that in three years of heavy use I've done this once and only for one knife in this set, the santoku due to heavy use. (Note that the tomato knife kicks but but is serrated...for serrated blades you can't maintain them or sharpen them. That being said, the tomtato knife hasn't gotten any duller in three years (and I'm part Italian so I eat a lot of tomatoes.)



One potential con for some people. Like all good knives, these are not stainless steel. Stainless is harder to sharpen and maintain so good knives are made out of some sort of softer, mild steel. This is why the knives are so great. One thing you need to take care of is that these are not dishwasher safe and you can not let them air dry or it will get rusty. You have to dry them off after you wash them to prevent that. To me that's not a big deal.



Negatives:

I'm not a fan of knife blocks since you can't really see what is in the block like mold or dust or something icky...you also can't see the blades and have to either remember which slot you put something in or spend a couple of seconds digging through them. Instead try to keep it out somewhere, I recommend a magnetic wall holder (oh yeah, guess what, I bought mine at Amazon and it is awesome). This shows you all the blades and you have quick, easy access to all of them.



One very minor flaw is that the scissors(shears) included in the set are stainless steel and the handles are a soft plastic almost a hard rubber. I've actually had them bend on me a few times, but they always go back to normal right away. They are some killer scissors though, just not as killer as the rest of the set...but I didn't but the set just for the scissors I bought it as a cheap way to fill out the rest of my knife set and it did that wonderfully.

 "Beware of the dishwasher" 2007-11-18
By Kenneith Wires (WA)
The knives are the best knives that I have purchased. I have the 22pc. set. The only problem and it is not the knives, but the dishwasher will fade the handles. If you value your investment "Hand Wash" you Shuns! I have to purchase more steak knives.

 "Shun Knives are Beautiful, Elegant, and the Sharpest around" 2005-11-27
By Vyshtia (CA, USA)
Shun knives are beautiful creations period. Since I'm Asian, I love the tradition look and feel of this Japanese knife. I love the beauty of the blade and the dark, polished, Pakkawood handle. The unique "D"-shaped, Wood handles are preferable. The shape fits my hand perfectly, and the wood does not get slippery when wet - providing a very secure hold. The steel is of utmost quality and sharpness. Do not put this blade into any old electric knife sharpener! Electric knife sharpeners are made to put one angle on any blade. These blades come with a 16 degree angle and you don't want to be changing that angle. There are electric knife sharpeners that can sharpen these knives, but you'll have to do some research and find out which ones can be a fit with these knives. I prefer to hone with a sharpening steel and manually sharpen with a stone if necessary (and I don't see it being necessary to touch it to a stone any time soon). The blade is sharp straight off the factory and as Alton Brown says - it's the sharpest straight out of the factory edge as he's ever seen.



These knives are more expensive than most, but I think it's definitely worth it. To have the sharpest, most beautiful knife around - it's no contest. If you are on a budget, build your collection slowly. It's been said that there are only 3 knives that are the absolute basics for any kitchen: A 8" Chef's Knife (or some kind of similar, large-ish chef's knife), a Paring Knife, and a Long Serrated blade for cutting bread and larger items. I would add a thin utility knife and a boning knife to that list next. Then I would add those "in-between" sizes as I get more money flow in. Now if you're buying a whole set like this, you'll get it all in one shot and it becomes a better deal than pieceing your collection together, one-by-one.



If you plan on spending any time in the kitchen, good kitchen knives are a definite must. Preparation is the bulk of cooking and when you have good knives, it cuts down on the danger of cutting yourself, it adds pleasure to the work, and it cuts down on prep time. Knives are also a very personal choice and it's best to at least go to a store and try it out for yourself first. Shun Knives are designed by the Japanese, so remember - it's designed for small hands. This makes it fit most women's hands perfectly, but I've heard of guys with larger hands not like it so much and going back to the German knives. So definitely try it out. It's a personal thing, it needs to fit you.



Why spend so much money on a knife? Well, if you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, and you almost always have to bust out a knife to prep a meal from scratch - why not use the best? Why spend that time with items that you love and brings you pleasure to use? Many times, it's the small things that brings us the most pleasure in life, and I consider my Shun knives as one of those things. Having something so beautiful and yet so sharp and perfect - it makes my time cooking just that much more enjoyable.



Another good thing to know is that although the Shun Knives are usually offered for right-handers, you can get these knives for left-handers. You just need to find the guys who stock and sell those ones as they are less known, and less common.

 "Bulletproof...but" 2005-11-22
By Kenneth R. Brown (Seattle/Mill Creek, WA)
These knives are great and should last for a lifetime plus a 1000 years. However, they are quite expensive. Their best virtue is their unique and stunning appearance. The layered blades were made by an obviously labor intensive process said to be similar to the best Samurai blades.



If you're looking for a visually stunning gift that has a very high level of quality (and price is no object), these would be a good choice.


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15 piece cutlery set in wood block bakelite handle includes 8 inch slicer and 7 inch santoko,6 inch boning knife,5 inch utility knife,4.5 inch tomatoknife,3.5 paring knife,6 pieces of 4.5 inch steak knife,6 inch carving fork,scissors and natural pinewood.
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- Premium Quality
- High Carbon Stainless steel material make the edge very fine and sharp
- Stainless steel seamless hollow handle
- Handle shape is ergonomically comfortable
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 "Price is WOW" 2009-08-28
By Christopher J. Burniche (Southern Cali (LA, OC))
It is the price that should have you buy this, and it is well worth it, give it as gift as often as I can


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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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