Ginsu 4814 14-Piece Bakelite Knife Set with Block, Black

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Product Features

• Knives include: 8-inch chef's, 8-inch slicer, 8-inch bread, 5-inch boning, 4-1/2-inch utility, 3-1/2-inch paring, and six 4-1/2-inch steak
• Also includes shears and hardwood storage block; innovative symmetric design creates double-edged blades that never need sharpening
• Blades are specially designed for precision cutting; twin serrated edges make it easy for both right- and left-handed use
• Blades crafted from long-lasting, high carbon, stain-resistant, Japanese stainless steel
• Full-tang, triple-riveted Bakelite handles; Set backed by the Ginsu Lifetime Guarantee

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.8 x 14.8 x 8.2 inches ; 4.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001TH8IKW
• Item model number: 4814
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,155 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Ginsu Bakelite 14-Piece Cutlery Set is a set of quality, affordable cutlery that will complete any kitchen. The 14-piece 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. It also provides a pair of shears and a contemporary black hardwood storage block. The International Traditions Bakelite Collection features innovative new technology from Ginsu. The all-new symmetric design creates a double-edged blade that never needs sharpening. Unique double-edged blades are specially designed for precision cutting. Twin serrated edges make it easy for both right- and left-handed use. Blades are crafted from long-lasting, high carbon, stain-resistant, Japanese stainless steel. The Ginsu Bakelite Collection also features a classic, stylish design that enhances the strength of the knives. Full tang, triple-riveted Bakelite handles are constructed for strength, balance, and style. Each knife is backed by the Ginsu Lifetime Guarantee.

Product Description

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.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great knifes at great price!, March 3, 2010

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This review is from: Ginsu 4814 14-Piece Bakelite Knife Set with Block, Black (Kitchen)

We had been in the market for some kitchen knifes for sometime, I decided to visit Amazon.com to see what was available. I had heard in the past how great Ginsu knifes were so we decided to give them a try. We are 100% satisfied with this product, would recommend to anyone looking for a good set of knifes at a good price.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Can't beat them for the price, January 1, 2011

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Brian A. Hall "Amazon Junkie!" (Kansas City) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ginsu 4814 14-Piece Bakelite Knife Set with Block, Black (Kitchen)

5 Stars for the price! First of all, you can't rate them compared to Cutco or other brands where one knife costs more than this entire set. That being said, these knives are unbelievable for the price and for that matter forget the price. They have great blades that are strong, rigid (not flimsy blades that could break) and incredibly sharp.

I have been using these knives daily for 4 months now. Used and washed the main chopping knife daily, yes daily. The blade is as sharp now as it was when I bought it.

Some things to note, and again, for the price these do not warrant a bad star rating but if you are looking for perfection, you will want to know this (and probably shouldn't be buying a $30 set of knives). A previous review stated these knives fade. That the black fades. Yes, they do, but after the usage I have put them through the fading happens after the first couple washes and then stops. They are a faded "washed" looking black. They all fade just slightly differently but not enough to notice unless you are standing right in front of them. Another point is that the blades tend to get some markings on them. Not scratches but something that I think happens in the dishwasher like a stain. Not rust but almost like a water spot that doesn't go away.

The steak knives are better than any other set I have ever bought except Cutco. Again, they are firm not flimsy and sharp as any other blade.

The scissors are not cheap. They have stood up much better than the kind you buy separately at retailers.

Oh, and lastly and probably what I like most about these blades. The "serrations" are not individual pointed edges that tend to "tear" your meat. They are rounded so they provide the same cutting power of a serrated bladed but giving a very clean edge. I even use them to slice sushi rolls and they do a very nice job without tearing or flatting the roll.

Hope this helps. And I would buy another set in a heartbeat if I needed one, but I don't, these are just fine so far.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome set of knives!, December 4, 2010

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Marcy Martens "mirandamm" (boise, id) - See all my reviews
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I bought this based on the Ginsu brand. I'm NOT AT ALL disappointed! Very sharp! The scissors included are also excellent. Looks very nice on my kitchen counter as well. Very elegant.