Is this set good for a first kitchen?

Yes. It covers paring, utility, santoku, boning and steak duties in one purchase, so a new kitchen needs nothing else.

How does the steel compare with premium German knives?

It uses 1.4116 steel at 55 HRC, softer than the 58 HRC blades on higher-end German lines. It dulls sooner but sharpens more easily.

Can the knives go in the dishwasher?

The steel resists corrosion, but hand washing and drying protects the edges and handles. Dishwasher heat and detergent shorten the life of any forged knife.

What knives are included?

The set includes santoku, utility, boning, paring and steak knives plus the block. Check the slot layout for the exact count of each.

Do the knives need sharpening out of the box?

They arrive twice-sharpened at a 15–20 degree angle and are usable immediately. Expect to hone them regularly with a rod.

Where is the Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set cheapest?

At Zola, for $179.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set?

12 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Eugène Allard Cuisine et Tendances, Zola, ModeSens, JCPenney.

Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set

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$179.99at ZolaObserved at 6:02 AM

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Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set

Best price now

$179.99at ZolaObserved at 6:02 AM

Compared across 13 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Zola

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Lowest price today: $179.99 at Zola (checked Nov 9, 2026).
Checked at 13 stores.

Our take on the Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set

The Cuisine:pro SABRE is a 20-piece German-style knife set built around fully forged 1.4116 stainless steel blades at 55 HRC, with full tangs, full bolsters and triple-riveted polymer handles. It covers the everyday jobs — santoku, chef-style utility, boning, paring and steak knives — and stores everything in a matching block. The steel is softer than the 58–61 HRC blades on premium German and Japanese rivals, so edges roll sooner but sharpen quickly and tolerate careless use. It suits a household that wants one complete, dishwasher-tolerant block without paying for high-end steel.

Best forFirst full knife set for a new kitchenHome cooks who chop vegetables and meat dailyHouseholds that want steak knives includedBuyers who prefer easy sharpening over edge retention

Pros

Fully forged blades with full tangs and bolsters
German 1.4116 steel resists stains and sharpens easily
20 pieces cover prep, carving and steak service
Triple-riveted polymer handles tolerate rough handling
Block keeps the set organized on the counter

Cons

55 HRC steel loses its edge faster than harder premium blades
Polymer handles feel less refined than wood or Pakkawood
Full bolsters make sharpening the heel of the blade awkward
Large block takes up substantial counter space

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Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set price history

Lowest price we've seen: $146.00 on Nov 9 at Eugène Allard Cuisine et Tendances. Tracked across 12 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of similar forged German-steel sets describe them as solid everyday tools that hold up to regular use and sharpen back quickly. Complaints center on edge retention and handle feel rather than breakage.

What people mention

Edge retentionCriticisedOwners say the softer 55 HRC steel needs honing more often than harder premium blades.
BuildPraisedFull tangs, bolsters and triple rivets give the knives a solid, weighty feel.
SharpeningPraisedThe softer German steel takes a new edge quickly with a standard sharpener.
HandlesMixedPolymer handles are durable and grippy but feel less premium than wood.
Block sizeCriticisedThe 20-slot block is large and crowds limited counter space.

Specifications

Number Of Pieces: 20
Set Composition: Utility knife, Boning knife, Paring knife, Santoku knife
Blade Edge Type: Tapered cutting edge
Blade Length: 3.5" (paring knife), 8.5 cm
Blade Material: German Stainless Steel 1.4116
Blade Shape: Utility, Paring, Santoku, Steak
Blade Tang: Full tang

Questions and answers

Is this set good for a first kitchen?: Yes. It covers paring, utility, santoku, boning and steak duties in one purchase, so a new kitchen needs nothing else.
How does the steel compare with premium German knives?: It uses 1.4116 steel at 55 HRC, softer than the 58 HRC blades on higher-end German lines. It dulls sooner but sharpens more easily.
Can the knives go in the dishwasher?: The steel resists corrosion, but hand washing and drying protects the edges and handles. Dishwasher heat and detergent shorten the life of any forged knife.
What knives are included?: The set includes santoku, utility, boning, paring and steak knives plus the block. Check the slot layout for the exact count of each.
Do the knives need sharpening out of the box?: They arrive twice-sharpened at a 15–20 degree angle and are usable immediately. Expect to hone them regularly with a rod.
Where is the Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set cheapest?: At Zola, for $179.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Cuisine:pro SABRE 20-Piece Knife Block Set?: 12 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Eugène Allard Cuisine et Tendances, Zola, ModeSens, JCPenney.