Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 14-Piece Block Set

by Chicago Cutlery

Product Features

• 2, 3-inch paring knives, 5-inch utility knife, 6-inch chef's knife, 8 4-1/2-inch steak knives, 8-inch sharpening steel, and hardwood storage block
• Stamped high-carbon stainless steel blades feature exceptional sharpness and rust and stain resistance
• Full tang for balance and strength; exclusive Taper Grind edge
• Comfortable wood handles secured with triple brass rivets
• Hand wash for best results; lifetime guarantee

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 15 inches ; 6.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00091SCTQ
• Item model number: Walnut Tradition
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,358 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #64 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Knives & Cutlery Accessories > Cutlery Sets > Knife Block Sets

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

A great gift for the newlywed or college graduate setting up their first apartment, especially if they’re lovers of steak or grilled meats, this 14-piece set contains the blades most commonly used in the everyday kitchen. It includes two three-inch paring knives for trimming, peeling, and dicing fruits and vegetables; a five-inch utility knife for cutting sandwiches and slicing meats; and a six-inch chef’s knife for all-purpose tasks from mincing garlic to chopping vegetables and herbs. Rounding out the set are eight 4-1/2-inch steak knives, indispensable for slicing and properly presenting everyone’s favorite cut of meat. Also included are an eight-inch sharpening steel and an attractive hardwood storage block to store and protect knives.

Chicago Cutlery’s Walnut Tradition line of cutlery combines high performance with excellent value. Stamped rather than forged for lighter weight and a more reasonable price, the blades are made from high-carbon, 420 stainless steel with carbon to keep edges sharper longer and chromium to resist rust and stains, while Chicago’s exclusive Taper Grind edge produces impressively precise slices and retains its sharpness well over time. A full tang extends from the tip of the knife to the end of the handle for improved balance and strength. Comfortable walnut handles offer the rich warmth of wood and a classic look; they’re securely held to the blade with triple-compression brass rivets for added safety and stability. Chicago Cutlery covers their knives with a lifetime guarantee; they recommend hand-washing and drying for best results. --Mary Park

What’s in the Box
2, 3-inch paring knives, 5-inch utility knife, 6-inch chef’s knife, 8, 4-1/2-inch steak knives, 8-inch sharpening steel, hardwood storage block.

Product Description

Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 14-Piece Set includes 2 Each 3-Inch paring knife, 8 Each 4-1/2-Inch steak knives, 1-Each 5-Inch utility knife, 1-Each 6-Inch chef knife, 1-Each 8-Inch sharpening steel, 1-Each hardwood block.Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition collection features the classic styling of beautiful wood handles. Our exclusive Taper Grind™ edge technology stays sharper longer and is easy to resharpen. High-carbon stainless steel blades resist stains and rust for lasting beauty. Triple compression brass rivets hold the handles securely to blade for safety and stability.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice Starter Set, December 30, 2007

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Robert J. Moore - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 14-Piece Block Set (Kitchen)

This set was a gift, a nice gift and terrific starter set for beginners in the kitchen or for persons who do an ocassional prep. Easy to use, nice craftsmanship, and very reasonable price for a quality name. A bread knife would have been terrific addition to the block set but all in all, feel free to get this set for that young couple or child who is moving into their own place for the first time. I am happy with it, besides it was a gift.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Terrific Value, Handles Need Help, April 19, 2008

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N. Jennings "NJ" (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 14-Piece Block Set (Kitchen)

I got this set for my mom for Christmas. She is a "cook", no t a chef, so the knives are fine for her purposes. Better than what she had. The biggest disappointment was the wood handles, I don't know if they were not treated or what, but right out of the box they were dry and rough. They felt like they would give you splinters. My mom put some oil on them and it helped, but had I seen the handles as they were before purchase, I probably would not have purchased them. Or at least made the handles more presentable myself. But - I paid $25 for them and can't really complain too much.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Once great Cutlery gone down hill, July 7, 2008

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Science Minded (Utah) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 14-Piece Block Set (Kitchen)

I am in the food industry and have some great "old" Chicago knives. Some of my knives are over 50 years old and still going strong. They have great blades that sharpen easily and wear well.
I bought a vacation home recently and one of the first thing I bought for the kitchen was this set of Chicago Cutlery. I was angry when I saw what Chicago Cutlery has done to the quality of their product. Poor grade thin steel blades that feel like toy knives with handles of cheap poor quality wood.
Stay away from these knives...do not reward them for destroying a great American Tradition.
They should be forced to give up the Name......