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Most people setting up a first apartment don't need a $300 knife set. They need a chef's knife that's actually sharp, a serrated knife for bread, something small for peeling, steak knives for the table and a place to keep them. This set delivers all of that in one box.
The 14 pieces are: an 8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch slicing knife, 8-inch bread knife, 5.5-inch utility knife, 3.5-inch paring knife, six 4.5-inch steak knives, 8-inch kitchen shears, an 8-inch sharpening steel and a pinewood block. The blades are high-carbon stainless steel with a traditional full-tang, triple-riveted handle. Amazon doesn't publish a steel grade or Rockwell hardness, and we couldn't find one from an independent source.
Most verified owners say the knives arrive sharp and handle everyday vegetables, meat and bread well, and plenty are surprised by the quality for the price. One long-term owner reports the set lasted almost a decade before rust spots appeared on the steak knives.
Expect budget-set compromises. A few owners found the blades dull or thicker than expected out of the box, and others recommend pairing the set with a proper sharpener. The block takes counter space, and every piece needs to be hand-washed and dried right away to keep rust at bay.
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| Pieces | 14 |
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| Main material | Steel blades, pinewood block |
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| Blade steel | High-carbon stainless steel |
| Steel hardness (HRC) | — |
| Construction | Full tang, triple-riveted |
| Handles | Plastic, traditional style |
| Color (this listing) | Black |
| Dimensions | 7.9 × 4.5 × 14.2 in (with block) |
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| Item weight | 5 lb |
| Cleaning | Hand wash and dry immediately; wipe the block monthly |
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| Dishwasher safe | No |
| What's included | 8" chef's, 8" slicing, 8" bread, 5.5" utility, 3.5" paring, 6 × 4.5" steak knives, 8" kitchen shears, 8" sharpener, pinewood block |
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| Model number | P989 |
| Blade edges | Plain and serrated |
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Sources: Amazon product listing. Specs we could not confirm are shown as “—”.
Most reviewers say the knives are sharp out of the box, feel sturdy and are excellent value, often calling the set a perfect starter kit. Critical reviews mention thick or dull blades on arrival, the need for a better sharpener, and rust on the steak knives after long use.
FOR THE PRICE - good quality, blades are dull, very tall, and thick knives but again for the price I paid it works really well, looks great and fills the need. Only downsides are the blades are dull so I needed to buy a sharpener ASAP and the blades are super thick which is kinda funky but overall for the price it’s a good buy.
Okay for what it is but think about getting an electric knife sharpener along with it.
ve been using this knife set for a little while now, and overall I’m really happy with it—especially for the price. It comes with everything you need for everyday cooking, which made it perfect for me starting fresh in the kitchen. The knives are sharp right out of the box and handle basic tasks like cutting vegetables, meat, and bread really well. I also like that it includes a sharpener and a block to keep everything organized. The only thing I would say is that they may need to be sharpened more often with regular use, but that’s expected at this price point. Overall, it’s a solid, affordable set that gets the job done and looks nice on the counter.
I bought this set 9 years ago when I was furnishing a new apartment. The steak knives are just now starting to show rust spots which, for the price point I can’t complain at all. the set is nice, all the knives are very sharp and have stayed that way for almost a decade. an excellent deal all around. I’ve just replaced the steak knives but the other knives and the scissors continue to perform beautifully. assuming there haven’t been any changes to the materials or construction, I highly recommend this set
Excellent knives. Sharp. Very sturdy. Grip is great. Great value for money. I have not washed them in a dishwasher, and I do not know the effect on the color.
Great set, steels up nicely came sharp enough to cook with out of the box. Clean it after use and don't let it sit in a metal sink.
These knives for the price are fantastic! they are so sharp i was very impressed and would tell others to purchase this knife set.
Kn Ives were delivered in a timely manner and their sharp and ready to use
Reviews from verified Amazon.com purchasers, quoted as written and selected to include critical opinions. Captured Oct 10, 2026.
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