HENCKELS Definition 7-Piece Self-Sharpening Razor-Sharp Knife Block Set for Paring, Santoku, Utility, Chefs, Carving, Kitchen Shears, German Engineered Informed by 100+ Years of Mastery, Black

I can't tell you how many TV knife sets and other supposed culinary knife sets I've been through in my 60+ years of living. I just know I was tired of buying kitchen knives that were dull after one use. Well NOT these knives!The holder for the knives has a built-in sharpener so when you slide the knife back into it's assigned slot, it gets resharpened! You have to be careful and don't assume they aren't sharp. When I first purchased them, I had a few finger cuts.DO NOT PUT THEM IN THE DISHWASHER NOR SOAK THEM IN WATER!!! I cannot emphasize that enough. If I can't wash the knife right away, I lay it to one side of my counter near the sink until I can get to it. I have NEVER soaked it in water for any long period of time nor put them in the dishwasher. So they have never rusted and do not rust. You just have to take care of them and they will be good to you.I had to laugh because it's a German company that sells the knives but yet they are manufactured in China. But trust me, they are quality through and through. The handles are sturdy. The blades are stainless steel and the block that holds the set is decorative and well made.I don't know how I ever got through all these years of cooking without these. They were more than I was willing to pay for a knife set but I have regrets. They are worth ever penny!

I had a decent knife set but not self-sharpening and it was a pain to have to keep sharpening them; I would forget to do so until I really needed a very sharp knife. This is a blessing since the sharpening blades do that job each and every time I re-insert the knives. If I have used a knife excessively preparing large batches of something, then when I am ready to return it to its slot I will run the knife several times back-n-forth before letting it slide down into its slot so the edges are truly sharpened. Although the price put me off for a long time, I am thankful that I finally purchased this set a year later. I did have to return the first set due to 2 of the knives having nicks in their blades' edges, poor quality control is not something new when "made in China", but that is the only negative thing about this set.

Bought this knife set for my dad for Father’s Day and wow you get a lot for your money. The knife block is heavy, has a nice smooth finish, and of course has self sharpening, which is a nice touch. The set includes a wide variety of kitchen tools all of which being nice and heavy seemingly well made. One day I decided to use the paring knife on some strawberries, and ended up with a huge gash in my finger thanks to how razor sharp they are!

I recently purchased the HENCKELS DEFINITION 20-pc, Self Sharpening Knife Block Set for $150 (day after black friday) and overall, I have mixed feelings about it. Let's start with the positives - these knives are undeniably sharp. From slicing through vegetables to cutting through meat, they effortlessly glide through with precision. The self-sharpening feature is a great addition, as it helps to maintain the sharpness of the blades over time.However, there are a few concerns that I have with this set. Firstly, the sharpening pieces included in the block are effective, but they do leave behind metal shavings. This raises the question of where these shavings go and whether they end up on the food I'm preparing. To err on the side of caution, I find myself rinsing off the knife each time I use it, which can be a bit inconvenient.Another disappointment was the discovery of rust spots on four of the knives. Considering that this is a brand new product, it was disheartening to see such flaws. Thankfully, I was able to remove the rust spots using bar keepers friend, but it does raise concerns about the long-term durability of these knives. To prevent future rust, I have decided to avoid using them in the dishwasher, which is a bit of a hassle.Lastly, the size of the knife block itself is quite large compared to my previous Chicago Cutlery set. While it does provide ample storage space for all the knives, it takes up a significant amount of counter space in my kitchen. If you have limited space, this might be something to consider.In conclusion, the HENCKELS DEFINITION 20-pc, Self Sharpening Knife Block Set has its pros and cons. The sharpness of the knives and the self-sharpening feature are definite highlights, but the concerns about metal shavings and rust spots are disappointing. Additionally, the oversized knife block may not be suitable for those with limited counter space. Overall, I would recommend this set with caution, keeping in mind the potential issues that may arise.

Theses are great but must be washed and dried after each use or they will stain/rustAlso don’t be fooled into thinking the serrated knife that comes with it is for bread. It’s not!!I’m going to find a bread knife that will fit instead.All that said it’s great to have a sharp knife every time you grab for one!!!! Excellent!!!Highly recommend this product especially because it DOESN’T come with those never used cumbersome steak knives. This block is simplicity!The only 4 knives you’ll ever need.

Love this set. Beautiful self-sharping block for knives. Handles are very comfortable. Knives are very sharp. Happy to have gotten this at a great price.

I got these for my mom as a gift- her old knives were always dull, no matter how much we sharpened them.THESE knives came razor sharp, and the self-sharpening feature has kept them in amazing shape. I’m still amazed when they effortlessly slice through melon rind, meats, even cooked bones. Just BE CAREFUL- both me and my mom have lost bits of our fingertips when we haven’t been paying enough attention!Great value for the price.

These are from a master of cutlery. Ours has the automatic sharpener built-in to each knife slot. This keeps them constantly sharpened.We use them at Thanksgiving. And were able to slice the turkey so then and it was perfect, every slice. We love them so much! We bought a exact set for a friend who has a cooking degree for Christmas. You will not find a better set of knives!!

Je ai les acheter car ils avaient un aiguisoir a même le bloc. Ils se tienne bien dans la main.Je suis très satisfaite pour le moment car je les ai depuis peu et pour le prix je trouve que ça valait la peine.Je les recommandes.

I am a passionate chef, cooking is my hobby and I am absolutely delighted with this kniveS. Without any doubt, the best I ever had!!

I am happy with the knives but the block came apart in very short time. Han 12 - Mar 8. And NO it was never dropped. Loojs like it came unglued!

Absolutely fantastic. They passed the soft tomato test.

This product is a Christmas gift (not Christmas yet). I have used this product and am very happy with them.