Customer Reviews

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Gourmet 9-Piece High-Carbon Stainless-Steel Gourmet Steak Knives with Block

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

I had a set of steak knives that didn't cut very well. I was so sick of them I decided to spend what I thought was a considerable sum to get "good" knives. Unfortunately, I did not see the editor's comments on this site before buying--they do tear meat, rather than cut it. Frankly, they are only marginally better than those they replaced. [The block is also fairly useless. Who wants their steak knives sitting on the counter top all by themselves? I have my kitchen knives in a block and do not need or want two blocks sitting out.]

I have found these knives do the job they're designed for very well. These are serrated knives and have kept a sharp edge for the five years I have owned them.

I bought these knives for my wife for Christmas. We bought them to complement our regular set of Professional S knives.

About the knives: The look of these was dead on with our current set. The finish of the handles could have been better. They feel a bit light and the handles just aren't as smooth as the Professional S set. That being said -they weren't nearly as expensive. I posted pictures of the end serrations on the blade. Not sure how this will effect sharpening them in the future.

About the block:
It was lighter in color than the other knife block we have. The stock photo is a very good representation of the color of the product we received. I would have been more pleased if it matched exactly.

Overall:
My wife is very happy with them. They cut well and look pretty good. I only ask for a bit better quality feel and a slightly different block color.

After I used them ONCE and washed them in the dishwasher the blades rusted! That's unacceptable. I have cheap stainless steal steak knifes I've had for 25 years that have NEVER rusted in the dishwasher. The box says dishwasher safe although in small print it says not recommended. Now I know why. They are inferior.
I purchased these knifes thinking I was going to get something a cut above. They are not as good as a $10 set of Steak Knifes from a discount store. Save your money!
I am returning mine.

I bought a set of 4 of these knives about 7 years ago. I use them for all my slicing! I have small hands and they are very comfortable to use when cutting vegetables. They are just now showing signs of needing sharpening.. but they are used a few times everyday in my home. My next purchase will be a set with a block so they don't get bumped around in the silverware drawer.

These where bought as a Christmas present for the wife. She is a gourmet cook and when she asks for something I need it to be able to keep up with her. The construction was great. The edges where perfect and they did exactly what I needed them to do....Make her happy.

If I had to change one thing it would be to have them a little heavier, But, I am a fan of the Outback Steak knife type.

Buyers should be aware that the description of the knives on this site; as clearly depicted; does not necessarily mean that the knives that arrive may be made in(as in my experience Spain, Thailand or China. Even though the packaging indicates German made and instructions shows German made, the knives that arrived were Spanish made. The return policy may be alright for locals purchasers but adding half the cost of the product to return it from Australia is not cost effective. My concerns re the issue have not been responded to.

I'm not sure why some reviewers are calling these knives "expensive" since $80 is pretty cheap in comparison to some of the higher end Henckels and Wustoff products. Anyway, I received these knives as a Christmas gift and have been VERY happy with them. They're super sharp, and in my opinion cut quite well. I noticed some complaints of "shredding" the meat, but I haven't had that problem.

Oh ... and for the person who was mad the knives rusted in the dishwasher ... you have nobody to blame but yourself for putting your good knives in the dishwasher in the first place (whether it says "dishwasher safe" or not!).

Personally, I think these are solid knives for a pretty good price.

Bought as a wedding gift and both bride and groom were very pleased. Good quality and good price.

The knives came in a timely manner and are all I expected. Great set.