- Is this set worth it for a first kitchen?
- Yes, if you want one purchase to cover slicing, chopping, bread, steak and shears. The trade-off is coated blades and PP handles, which won't match a forged premium set over years of use.
- How does it compare with a smaller block set?
- You get more pieces here, including six steak knives and shears, so it suits households that entertain. A smaller set saves counter space but usually leaves you buying steak knives separately.
- Are the knives dishwasher safe?
- The set is listed as dishwasher safe. Hand washing still preserves the edge and the anti-rust coating longer, since dishwasher heat and detergent wear both down over time.
- What is in the box?
- Chef, slicing, santoku, bread, boning, utility, cheese and paring knives, six steak knives, kitchen shears and a hardwood block with a built-in sharpener.
- How big is the block?
- About 9.7 inches deep, 6 inches wide and 14.8 inches tall. Measure your counter clearance before buying, especially under upper cabinets.
- When is it cheapest?
- Block sets like this usually dip during holiday sales and back-to-school promotions. Check the price history before buying outside those windows.
- What do buyers say about the Astercook Knife Set 17 Pieces Kitchen Knife Sets with Anti-Rust Coating & Built-in Sharpener?
- Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 251 ratings. Buyers like: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,839 ratings; Overall pick on Walmart; In 100+ people's carts.