- Is this set worth it over buying knives one at a time?
- If you need a full kitchen outfitted at once, the set covers chef, santoku, bread, utility, paring and steak knives plus shears and a steel. Buying one premium chef's knife and adding pieces slowly gives better steel per knife but costs more over time and leaves gaps.
- Do the knives need special care?
- Yes. Damascus-pattern steel and pakkawood handles should be hand washed and dried right away, not left in a sink or dishwasher. The included honing steel keeps the edge aligned; you still need a sharpener for dull blades.
- What is actually in the box?
- Eight kitchen knives, six 5-inch straight-edge steak knives, a honing steel, kitchen shears and the acacia block. That is 17 pieces counting the block.
- How does Damascus steel compare with regular stainless?
- The layered high-carbon steel is harder and holds an edge longer than typical stamped stainless, and it looks distinctive. It is also more prone to staining if left wet, so drying matters.
- Will the steak knives handle dinner for six?
- Yes, six straight-edge steak knives are included, enough for a family or a small dinner party. They are serration-free, so they need honing more often than serrated steak knives.
- Is the block big enough for a small kitchen?
- The block holds all 17 pieces, so it is fairly large. Measure your counter first if space is tight; a magnetic strip plus a few core knives may fit better.
- Where is the 17-Piece Master Chef Knife Block Set cheapest?
- At Kitchen Kapers, for $289.95, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the 17-Piece Master Chef Knife Block Set?
- Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 31 ratings.
- Where can I buy the 17-Piece Master Chef Knife Block Set?
- 8 stores we checked sell it, including Kitchen Kapers, TheHorecaStore.com, Wayfair, Daniel House Club, Target.