- Includes 4-1/2-inch paring, 6-inch utility, 6-inch fork, 8-inch slicing, 8-inch bread, 8-inch chef knives, six 5-inch steak knives, kitchen shears, 10-inch steel and maple block
- Full tang design for better balance and superior strength
- Hygienic fiberglass-reinforced poly resin handle will not absorb mositure, crack, split, or chip+U27
- Made from high-carbon stainless German steel
- Lifetime warranty
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Fully forged from single pieces of German high-carbon stainless steel, the five kitchen knives in this set provide a cook with all important cutting blades, and the set's six 4-1/2-inch steak knives allow dinner guests to slice steaks, chops, and roasts into bite-size pieces. (The steak knives have 2-1/2 inches of serrated edge at the tips.) The kitchen knives are an 8-inch chef's knife with a broad, curved blade for rocking through a chopping task; an 8-inch slicing knife for roasts, poultry, and ham; an 8-inch bread knife for slicing crusty loaves; a 6-inch utility knife for making sandwiches and slicing vegetables and fruits; and a 4-1/2-inch paring knife for vegetables and fruits.
Rounding out the set are a 10-inch steel for keeping the knife blades aligned, a 6-inch carving fork, sturdy kitchen shears, and an 11-slot block made of maple that stores all the kitchen knives, the steel, the shears, and four of the steak knives. Knife blades are tapered from spine to edge and from heel to tip, with bolsters providing balance and safety. Additional balance and strength come from full tangs running through the handles, which are formed of hygienic, fiberglass-reinforced poly that won't crack, split, or chip and are attached to the tangs with the traditional three rivets. Everything in the set carries a lifetime warranty against defects. --Fred Brack
What's in the Box
4-1/2-inch paring, 6-inch utility, 6-inch fork, 8-inch slicing, 8-inch bread, 8-inch chef knives, six 5-inch steak knives, kitchen shears, 10-inch steel and maple block
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The best you can get,
By Jim Krupnik "jkrupnik" (Watchung, NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Calphalon Traditional 15-Piece Knife Block Set (Kitchen)
I am pleased beyond words (almost!) with the quality of this set. The steel alone, with it's fine finish and ability to take and hold a razor edge is worth the price of admission. I too have a few Henckles knives, and I was planning on filling out the set when I was told about this "best kept secret" cutlery line by Calphalon. I'm glad I waited.As for staining/rusting, maybe I can clear the air just a little. Most high quality knives use a reletively high amount of carbon in their steel formula for it's edge enhancing characteristics. They also use other metals, like chromium, for stain/rust resitance. Plain high carbon steel will turn black in time just from humidity in the air if it's not oiled and cared for. Full stainles steel is generaly [not] for making/keeping a fine edge. A good compromise is what most top brands use. Calphalon is no exception. As with all Henckles knives I have used, you don't throw these in the dishwasher, or let them sit in a wet sink overnight. Certain food acids and detergents can cause problems if given enough time to work. I don't see any difference between the brands in this area. Still, I'm not a fanatic about cleaning my knives in a hurry, and there isn't a stain to be found on any of them. Back to the set. The fit and finish are superb. They are substantial knives, and are happy to do the work for you. People who have been used to stamped steel knives (even good brands like Cutco) will marvel at what they have been missing. All of the main pieces are full forgings, including the beautiful cutting fork. They are works of art. The maple block is also well made, but they should offer a different block for the other knives in the series. The steak knives are stamped, but can be looked at as pretty good daily use freebies thrown in with the set. I ordered the forged steak set with wooden tray to compliment the main set. Also look at the new contemporary handle knives. I prefer the classic three rivet style for most, they provide a good grip even for large hands like mine, but I did order the 10" chefs and 10" carver with the new style handles. Same price, all blade styles. Petite chefs might like to buy a 6" chefs knife when they order the set. That will provide similar utility as the 8 & 10" knives provide me. Don't even think about getting one of those stamped steel "affordable" sets from the big German guys. When you get to hold and use these knives, you will understand my enthusiasm.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Rust? Maybe, but I haven't seen any.,
By A Customer
This review is from: Calphalon Traditional 15-Piece Knife Block Set (Kitchen)
Friedrich Dick knives are a staple in culinary schools. Their blades have a higher carbon content than most, which makes them a bit harder and capable of holding an edge longer. (Friedrich Dick knives are also sold under the name Calphalon Professional Cutlery). Perhaps this is why the gentleman had a problem with rust. These knives are slighly more prone to rust than some others. All the good qualities described in the other reviews here are true, and with a little more care you get a superior set of knives at an excellent price/performance ratio bettered only by the Farberware Pro Forged set which are 85-90% of the quality for half, or less, the price.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice balanced weight, but made in CHINA!,
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This review is from: Calphalon Traditional 15-Piece Knife Block Set (Kitchen)
I just received these knives today.I have a set of Henckels "International" Pro knives which I bought at Costco for about $150. The Henckels went dull very quickly. I looked at the blade, "Made in Spain". OK, now I know better -- only buy steel made in Japan or Germany. So, I bought these Calphalon's based on the great reviews and the German steel in the advertisement here on Amazon. Here's the revelation -- upon examining these knives, they are clearly stamped, "Made in CHINA. German Steel" I'm not sure if I should feel good about these or not. Time will tell, but I wanted to stay away from products made in China and thought that I was getting a German product. Having used them today, I can say that despite being made in China, they are very balanced and have an excellent weight to them. I found my hand subconciously and very naturally gripping around the neck of the handle, bolster, and blade and using the weight of the blade to chop down, something like how I'd use a cleaver. I'm waiting to see how the German steel holds up on these Chinese knives, but so far so good. Minus 1 star for the misleading origin of these.
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