Ginsu 04858 Stainless Steel 2-Piece Santoku Knife Set. Commercial quality, high carbon, Japanese Stainless Steel. 5-inch and 7-inch blades.
Product Details
#1114 in Kitchen and Housewares
Color: Silver
Brand: Ginsu
Model: 4858
Number of items: 1
Dimensions: 15.00" h x 6.00" w x 1.00" l, 1.00 pounds
Features
Japanese-style cook's knife designed for mincing, dicing and slicing
Blades are made of commercial quality, high carbon, Japanese stainless steel
Traditional Kullens grind on blade helps to prevent food from sticking
Stainless handles are built for extreme strength and durability
Blades have durable double serrated edges
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful. Great Ginsu knives By R. V. Russo
These Ginsu knives are a tremendous value. I recently was given a similar performing single knife with a better handle, but it costs $50! Here are two great knives for $20.00. They are extremely sharp, and the hollowed blade design reduces the tendency for cut items to stick on the blade. The set of smaller and larger versions is all you need to do most cutting jobs in the kitchen.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful. These bad boys significantly reduced my cooking/prep time! By W. Patterson
Love love love these. I bought them based on the reviews and they have so far exceeded my expectations. This is a great veggie knife set. For the first time in my life I now have a knife that can cut a raw potato.. no more mushing my onions into a pulp either!
Appearance: sleek and stylish.. great eye appeal. Nice heavy handle makes knife feel substantial.
Performance: they arrived very very sharp!
Price: 2 high end knives for $15 is incredible
I'm actually buying a set for a friend right now.
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful. Great deal, sharp knives By I. Khen
These knives were sharp right from the package. Very sturdy blade. The large knife is perfect for cutting all your meats even through thick pork skin. The little knife is perfect for smaller jobs like your vegtables. I'm finally getting my own place and wanted only the essentials. These knives are all I need. The price is great. My mom wants her own set too after seeing it.
Ginsu knives have commercial quality, high carbon, Japanese stainless steel blades. Stainless Steel handles are built for extreme strength and durability. Hardwood storage blocks keep your knives organized, safe and ready to use. This set includes: chef's knife, santoku, 6 steak knives, bread knife, boning knife, utility knife, paring knife, shears and versatile hardwood storage block.
Product Details
#167 in Kitchen and Housewares
Color: Black
Brand: Ginsu
Model: 4827
Dimensions: 14.50" h x 4.75" w x 10.25" l, 7.00 pounds
Features
14-piece block set with kitchen shears
Knives forged in Japanese 420 series stainless steel; satin finish on blades and handles
Full tang; blades are serrated on both sides for clean cuts for left- and right- handed users
Knives store in painted hardwood block; knives never need sharpening and are dishwasher- safe
Knife block measures 8-1/2 by 6 inches and weighs 9 pounds; limited lifetime warranty
Editorial Reviews
Any person that has ever tried to slice the golden crust of a baguette with a paring knife, or to peel an apple with a chef’s knife, knows the importance of stocking a wide variety of cutlery in the kitchen. A single recipe may require four or five different knives to cut, dice, and slice with efficiency and ease. To cover this wide gamut, Ginsu offers a new comprehensive cutlery set. From the International Traditions cutlery line, the 14-piece set comes equipped with a 3-1/2-inch paring knife, 4-1/2-inch utility knife, 5-inch boning knife, 8-inch slicer, 8-inch chef’s knife, 8-inch bread knife, six 4-1/2-inch steak knives, kitchen shears, and knife block. With this wide variety of blades, the set makes a wonderful housewarming gift for a young family establishing their first household.
The blade of each knife was forged from Japanese 420 series stainless steel with full tang for increased balance and permanence. The hygienic stainless-steel construction resists rusting, staining, and corrosion. The craftsmen at Ginsu employ a specialized Symmetric Edge technology, notching matching serrations on both sides of the blade for enhanced precision and smoothness for left- and right- handed users alike. The balanced two-dimensional serration eliminates the need for sharpening these knifes. Stainless-steel handles are curved to provide an ergonomically-friendly hold for chefs. The knife block features sturdy hardwood construction to protect knives and permit quick access while cooking. For cleaning convenience, the knives are dishwasher- safe. Ginsu covers the set with a limited lifetime warranty. The knife block measures 8-1/2 by 6 by inches. The set weighs 9 pounds upon shipping. --Jessica Reuling What’s in the Box
Set includes: 3-1/2-inch paring knife; 4-1/2-inch utility knife; 5-inch boning knife; 8-inch slicer; 8-inch chef’s knife; 8-inch bread knife; six 4-1/2-inch steak knives; kitchen shears; knife block. Amazon.com Product Description
If you have ever tried to slice the golden crust of a baguette with a paring knife, or peel an apple with a chef's knife, you know the importance of stocking a wide variety of cutlery in the kitchen. This Ginsu International Traditions 14-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Block Set, with a 3-1/2-inch paring knife, 4-1/2-inch utility knife, 5-inch boning knife, 8-inch slicer, 8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch bread knife, six 4-1/2-inch steak knives, kitchen shears, and storage block, has got you covered. Ginsu's commercial quality, stain- and rust-resistant knives are serrated so they never need sharpening! The blade of each knife is made from Japanese 420 series stainless steel with full tang for increased balance. And the sleek, modern, satin finish stainless steel handles are curved to provide an ergonomically-friendly hold. Because Ginsu knifes are serrated on both sides of the blade, both left- and right-hand users find them ideal for slicing, chopping, mincing or dicing. Easy to clean, these knives are dishwasher safe and Ginsu covers the entire set with a limited lifetime warranty. What's in the Box 3-1/2-inch paring knife; 4-1/2-inch utility knife; 5-inch boning knife; 8-inch slicer; 8-inch chef's knife; 8-inch bread knife; six 4-1/2-inch steak knives; kitchen shears; knife block.
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1536 of 1578 people found the following review helpful. Most Don't Know How to Rate a Knife
By Sam
I am simply amazed at what people consider quality. If you look at most of these reviews they are basing the quality of these knives if they have rusted. One even called it cheap because it rusted.
Folks, these are forged knives made from 420 steel. You can only go up one more step in quality and retain the same hardness without using exotic metal processes. Low quality cutlery is generally made out of grades like 409 and 430.
Here's how it works. The sharpest knife is made out of high carbon steel. High carbon steel is the hardest and therefore also keeps its sharp edge longer. The more carbon in steel the more it is going to rust. Something with a lot of carbon is a standard metal shop file... the type of file that you use to sharpen you garden tools. Leave it out in the rain and you'll have more rust than you ever imagined. Most likely that same file is the hardest (and highest tempered) metal you'll ever hold in your hands.
To prevent rust you add chromium. The more you add the less it will rust. Once you add over 13% chromium you are legal to say you have "stainless steel." The only problem with adding chromium is the steel can not be tempered as hard. Chromium also adds "gumminess" (relative to hard steel) which makes sharpening difficult because it is like trying to sharpen chewed bubble gum. IOW, under a microscope you'd see little pieces that extend to the left and right instead to a fine point. You know, like the bubble gum stuck to the bottom of your shoes in a parking lot.
420 steel keeps the chromium level as close to 13% as possible. Why? So the steel can be hardened. Hardness is measured on a scale called the Rockwell Hardness scale. This steel can go up to a RC56 hardness. Henckels FourStar only goes up to a RC58.
Some Damascus knives go up to RC60 but they can cost upwards of $1,200 per set. They also tell you to "hand wash only." Why? Simply so they won't rust since you'll quickly get them dried after hand washing.
Some of the finest butchering knives are made by Sheffield and have been making knives since the Middle Ages. They really became popular starting around the 1600's. For butchers they have two types of knives; hardened carbon steel and if you are one not to take care of your knives they will sell you the same model in 420 stainless steel. Six steak knives will cost you about $350.00 if you can't afford the butcher's knife.
I lost my fine Henckels in a divorce and replaced them with a less expensive model of Henckels. I was disappointed that they were not rusting in the dishwasher. What that meant to me was the steel isn't as hard as my old Henckels.
But yes, if you want to spend a lot more and get Henckels they may not rust quite as much and they will be a harder knife. That's because you move into a much more expensive stainless steel that contains molybdenum and vanadium. You will also get a sticker that tells you to hand wash. If you ever watch professional cooks you'll see that they have a dish towel tucked at their waist. They will use this repeatedly to wipe their knives. Why? So food will not stick to the knives, dry and make a rust spot.
I will never 'hand wash' a knife unless I plan on using it in a few moments. I don't care what they say about not using a dishwasher. It is so very, very easy to remove rust from knives. Just use your Comet. I like to use Bar Keepers Friend. It does the same as Comet but designed to remove rust and shine stainless steel. A couple of wipes gets rid of the stain or rust.
Don't forget this is Stain Less, not never-stain, never-rust.
82 of 85 people found the following review helpful. Excellent value and wonderful for left handed people!
By C. Pollio
I bought these knives(the steak knives), because I am left handed and most knives are serrated only on one side - so cutting is really unsafe - the knife cuts to one side. These are serrated on both sides and cut straight. Very sharp though - take care. I love them. Sleek design and I've received so many compliments on them. Much better than more expensive knives I've tried (and had to donate to charity). Wonderful!
52 of 52 people found the following review helpful. Totally amazing kinves for the price!!!!!!
By Charles A. Eva
These knives are amazing for the price. you can't beat it! they are sturdy, cut amazingly well, never need to be sharpened and i haven't had any problems with rust! I never put them in the dishwasher because i know that they would probably start to rust. its so easy just to hand wash them. Nothing will stick the to blade so its an easy rinse wipe and your done!! For anyone looking to buy great knives but don't want to spend a lot of dough, this is the buy for sure!
15-Piece never need sharpening cutlery set includes 8-Inch chef knife, 8-Inch slicer and 8-Inch bread knife, 6-Inch boning knife, 5-Inch utility knife, 4-1/2-Inch tomato knife, 3-1/2-Inch paring knife, 6-Pieces of 4-1/2-Inch steak knife, multi function kitchen scissors and storage block.
Rust-proof, high-carbon, stainless-steel blades never need sharpening
Ergonomic, stainless-steel, hollow handles offer a smooth, seamless shape without rivets or gaps
Full-tang construction (blade runs from the tip to the end of each handle) for added control and balance
Measures 10 by 6 by 14 inches
Editorial Reviews
A useful collection for any busy kitchen, this 15-piece set of knives consists of an 8-inch chef knife, 8-inch slicer, 8-inch bread knife, 6-inch boning knife, 5-inch utility knife, 4-1/2-inch tomato knife, 3-1/2-inch paring knife, and six 4-1/2-inch steak knives. The collection also provides a pair of multi-function kitchen scissors for snipping herbs or opening packages and a durable block for attractively and safely storing all the pieces. Each knife features a rust-proof, high-carbon, stainless-steel blade with an exceptionally fine and sharp edge that never needs sharpening. In addition, ergonomic, stainless-steel, hollow handles offer a smooth, seamless shape without rivets or gaps for hygienic use from one task to the next, while the knives' full-tang construction (blade runs from the tip to the end of each handle) provides added control and balance. Sporting a sleek design and small footprint, the storage block with all pieces in place measures 10 by 6 by 14 inches.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. ...NICE KNIVES
By JT
THESE ARE VERY NICE KNIVES IF YOU WANT GREAT LOOKING KNIVES AND DONT WANNA SPEND A FORTUNE...THEY ARE VERY SHARP AND QUALITY MADE...DO NOT BUY KNIVES WITH BLACK PLASIC HANDLES...THEY WILL FADE AND HAVE A WHITE FILM BUT THE SILVER STAINLESS ELIMINATES THAT PROBLEM.
Set Includes: 8-inch Chef, 8-inch Slicer, 5-1/2-inch Serrated Utility, 5-inch Santoku, 3-1/2-inch parer, (4) 4-1/2-inch Steaks, Shears, Sharpener, Block. Features: Stamped handle with durable blades made from high carbon stainless steel, Perfectly balanced and weighted for ease of use.
Product Details
#2446 in Kitchen and Housewares
Size: 12pc Set
Color: Black
Brand: KitchenAid
Model: 5066840
Dimensions: 14.80" h x 5.50" w x 10.40" l,
Features
High-carbon stainless steel blade holds an ultra-sharp edge
Perfectly weighted and balanced for precision and accuracy while cutting
Contoured handle for comfort in use
Set has all essential knives needed for food prep
Hand wash only
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful. Decent knives for a good price By J. Haggard
I've had some knife sets that have lasted a long time, but when my wife and I got married we got a lot of Kitchenaid tools for our kitchen, one of which was this knife set. The knife set really does a good job, the quality is there but I found that our knives have little rust spots on them after a few years of use. The construction however is touch, we've never bent or broken any of these knives and everything has stayed sharp. Occasionally we will sharpen the knives but for the most part we don't even think about it.
I would have liked to see these knives last longer without getting little rust spots, but overall they held up for a few years and for the price I don't think you can beat the quality. Our knives are approx 4 years old.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Sharp, good price but rust easily By Jamie M. Keogh
I bought these on sale from the local grocery store, damaged box only. A great deal at $20.
The knives are really sharp, I know these are only cheap compared to how much you could spend on knives but a good 'intro' set for the beginner. I'd only ever had hand me downs or walmart sets before and the difference with sharp knives when cooking is amazing!
Much more enjoyable.
I've never had a problem with any Kitchenaid product, they are usually built well and good value.
These do rust easily though however someone in our household, who shall remain nameless, did put some of them in the dishwasher and they are the ones that have rusted a little.
Handwash only!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Very happy with my purchase! By matrock8
I didn't want to "skimp" on knives like I had in the past, but since they were Kitchenaid and only $30 I figured it wouldn't be the end of the world. I really love these knives! They slice as good as my mother's $200 set. (They cut through chicken like butter!) And if rust does become an issue, Old Dutch or Vim remove it easily. I highly recommend these knives to anyone that does a lot of cooking and doesn't want to spend a fortune. Enjoy!
Set Includes: 8-inch Chef, 8-inch Slicer, 7-inch Santoku, 5-inch Santoku, 5-1/2-inch Serrated utility, 4-1/2-inch Fine Edge Utility, 3-1/2-inch Parer, Birds beak Parer, 8 Stamped Steak Knives, Shears, Natural Block with built-in sharpener. Features: High carbon forged stainless steel blade, Contoured comfortable grip handle perfectly balanced and weighted for ease of use. Block includes a built-in Knife sharpener.
Product Details
#78863 in Kitchen and Housewares
Size: 18PC
Color: Black
Brand: KitchenAid
Model: 5054462
Dimensions: 10.20" h x 6.69" w x 13.19" l,
Features
High carbon stainless steel blades
Ergonomically designed handle
Perfectly balanced for precision and reliability
Affordable and durable
Hand wash only
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful. A Little Slice of Heaven
By J. Strauss
I am rather picky when it comes to anything to be used in the kitchen. I prefer commercial quality over consumer quality every time. I have enjoyed Cutco knives for some years now, but only had a paring knife, a steak knife, and a peeler. To purchase a whole set would easily be $600-$1000. However, as a Christmas gift I received the KitchenAid 18-Piece knife set with the built-in sharpener and I can say is "Wow". The balance and solid build of these knives is far more than I expected. They are also forged which will mean a longer wearing blade (less sharpening). I was concerned when I first received the set, as I know KitchenAid's quality has slipped a little since being purchased by Whirlpool (some kitchen items are also made by the Meyer company). I do not feel there are any cheap components used in this knife set. If handled properly, this knife set will last at least 20 years.
Ginsu 07108 8-Piece Traditional Style Japanese Handle, Stainless Steel Knife Blade and Bamboo Block Set. Stain and Rust resistant Stainless Steel.
Product Details
#614 in Kitchen and Housewares
Color: Silver
Brand: Ginsu
Model: 7108
Number of items: 1
Dimensions: 19.75" h x 12.00" w x 15.50" l, 7.00 pounds
Features
Japanese-style cook's knives specialized for their dexterity in chopping, dicing, and slicing
Knives include a 3-1/2-inch paring, 5-inch utility, 5-inch serrated, 7-inch santoku, and an 8-inch chef's
Rounding out the set is a pair of kitchen shears, sharpening rod, and bamboo storage block
Traditional-style rounded Japanese handles made of heat and water-resistant resin; full tang
Rust-resistant stainless-steel blades hold an incredibly sharp edge; hand wash and dry
Editorial Reviews
Having the right tools breeds security in the kitchen. These Japanese-style cook's knives are specialized for their dexterity in chopping, dicing, and slicing. The 8-piece set includes the following knives: 3-1/2-inch paring, 5-inch utility, 5-inch serrated, 7-inch santoku, and an 8-inch chef's. Rounding out the set is a pair of kitchen shears, sharpening rod, and bamboo storage block. Rust-resistant stainless-steel blades hold an incredibly sharp edge. Traditional-style rounded Japanese handles are made of heat- and water-resistant resin, and they feature a full tang. As with all fine cutlery, hand washing is best for care. What's in the Box?
8 pieces: 3-1/2-inch paring, 5-inch utility, 5-inch serrated, 7-inch santoku, 8-inch chef's, shears, sharpening rod, and bamboo storage block.
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Serrated blade performs like a fine-edge knife and never needs to be sharpened. View larger.
Chikara 8-Piece Knife Set with Bamboo Block
In the Japanese language "Chikara" means power and energy. The 420J2 Japanese stainless-steel fully forged blades and traditional Japanese handles express the true meaning of Chikara in the kitchen.
Key Features
Japanese-style handles: the handles are made from heat- and water-resistant resin, and they fit smoothly in your hand. Fully forged blades: the blade, bolster, and tang of the knife are made from a single piece of steel for exceptional balance and strength. Bamboo storage block: designed to store and protect your cutlery, the block has a beautiful bamboo finish and Asian fair that will complement any kitchen. Limited lifetime warranty: for the assurance that your Ginsu knives will perform both now and for years to come.
Proper Care
Ginsu Chikara knives should be hand washed only, and they require periodic sharpening using whetstone. The edge should be honed by using the honing rod before each use to ensure maximum performance.
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62 of 64 people found the following review helpful. The Real Deal By Matthew Friel
This product was everything i expected, It is in Consumer Reports magazine as a best pick for a reason. Only flaw is that it does not come with a bread knife.
58 of 61 people found the following review helpful. Everyday cook needs quality knives By Kevin M. Johnson
I saw this knife set in a Consumers Report magazine and they were VERY highly rated. The good thing about these knives is that you get solid quality and performance but for much less than a Henckels or Wusthof type knife. I'm not a professional chef by any means so I don't need to drop $300 - $500 on knives but the set I was using before was ridiculous. Long story short, these knives cut great and they even feel like a really solid product. I sort of smirked when I saw the name Ginsu. I still have those old-time infomercials in my mind's eye but I guess Ginsu really is a legit brand name. I am definitely satisfied with this purchase!
28 of 29 people found the following review helpful. Excellent Knives By Sergio Hernandez
Just like everyone said these knives are very sharp and have stayed that way so far. The bamboo knife block and the handles are very well made and look very good. I have avoided rusting by cleaning and drying the knives as soon as im done with them. A quality product.
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