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J.A. HENCKELS INTERNATIONAL Eversharp Pro 3-pc Starter Knife Set - Henckels
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Five Star Reviews:

65%
Descent set of ceramic knives for the price.
August 3, 2017
Bought to replace the old steel set we have, they don't hold a blade very well..That's the only complaint I have about ceramic knives in general. But then I own a WorkSharp so keeping the blades sharp is no problem. I really like the meat scissors that came with the set for deboning chicken and the significant other likes them so I'm good with them!
... OF THESE KNIVES FOR YEARS AND I WAS VERY SATISFIED WITH IT
June 7, 2016
I HAD ONE OF THESE KNIVES FOR YEARS AND I WAS VERY SATISFIED WITH IT. I HAVE A TRADITONAL SET OF KITCHEN KNIVES I COLD PASS UP A SET OF THESE FOR THE PRICE THEY WERE BEING OFFERED AT.THEY ARRIVED TODAY THE 7TH OF JUNE. I HAD A WHOLE SALMON AND I KNEW IF I ATTEMPTED TO CUT STEAKS OFF OF IT I WAS GOING TO BE PISSED. LIKE A ID AT CHRISTMAS I RIPPED THE BOX OPEN TO GET AT MY PRIZE MY KUDO'S ALSO ON THE WAY THE KNIVES WERE SHIPPED. IN THE PROCESS I BROKE MY KITCHEN SHEARS ,IMPETUOUS OLD AGE ,I 'M 71. SO THEY WENT RIGHT INTO THE TRASH. THE KNIFE I CHOSE WENT THROUGH THAT WHOLE SALMON LIKE A KNIFE THROUGH BUTTER . I AM GLAD I READ THE LITERATURE THAT THE COMPANY EMAILED I HAD THOSE BAD BOYS IN THE DISHWASHER ALREADY,CLEAN AS YOU GO. I AM GOING TO RETRIVE MY KIDS AND GIVE THEM AA HAND BATH. GREAT PRODUCT I IMPRESSED WOULD BUY AGAIN AND DURLEY TWLL MY FRIENDS. THANKS AMAZON AND THE COMPANY. SOL FULLER
Great Knife Set!!!!!!
April 22, 2016
I am very impressed with these knives. Initially I didn't know I was buying ceramic knives. Plus the set comes with a very stylish setup. They have surpassed my stainless steel knives in sharpness. Although you have to be extra careful in caring for them, I have had no problem. I would definitely buy them again and recommend them to my friends and family!
Unboxing of Checkered Chef Ceramic Kitchen Knife Set
October 10, 2015
I received my knife today, the delay between the time ordered and the delivery date is due to the fact that I am in Jamaica. So far my wife loves the set. This is our first ceramic knife set as such it would have been nice it the package contained instructions or tips on how to care and maintain the knives.So far the set is nice and the items feel sturdy with a nice ergonomic design. Would recommend to anyone.
I love ceramic knives and these are the best I've tried
August 16, 2015
I love ceramic knives and these are the best I've tried. They're not for every knife task but they are wonderful if used as instructed. And I'm very pleased with the space saving base that takes up very little counter space.
Most comfortable knife handle design ever!
May 25, 2015
After deciding to buy the Checkered Chef red/black kitchen shears from all the scissors available on the market and finding they are the best quality shears I've ever owned - and having been intrigued with ceramic knives, I decided to try this set. After using them just for a few days, I've already ordered another set as a birthday gift for a friend who has also been wanting to try ceramic knives. The 6" knife has already become my go-to knife for fruits and vegies - I like that it is longer than a usual paring knife. I've cut large rhubarb stalks in the garden with ease and just tried a new recipe using fennel bulbs that it cut effortlessly. Although I haven't owned them long enough to comment on durability, I'm giving 5 stars right off the bat based on handle design - no more bashing my knuckles when chopping/dicing. The holder is plastic which is not as nice as the knives but it is an interesting streamlined design - I took the scissor holder off to make mine fit in a tight space. The external packaging is first rate making it an especially nice gift. I believe the $39.95 that I paid for the 4 knife set was an exceptional value for that price.
60%
Great knives that do the job!
June 19, 2017
These are the best knives I've owned. I used the large knife to slice the thinnest slices of bread and it cut perfectly with ease!!
I bought 2 sets of these knives. Well constructed ...
May 25, 2017
I bought 2 sets of these knives. Well constructed. Very sharp and my go to brand at a reasonable cost. I give these as gifts all the time!
This knife set if fine for my needs
April 27, 2017
This knife set if fine for my needs. I don't do that much chopping or dicing. A true chef might except a little more.
Great knives for a great price!
February 4, 2017
what a great set of knives! I use the largest one all the time and it is amazing. Chopping is a breeze and I make sure to clean and dry them immediately after use. If, like me, you are really tired of crappy knives, this set will make you happy. I'm not a chef, I'm just a guy with rubbish knife skills. This knife makes it easy.
I started using this brand a few years ago, & now this is the only brand of knife I own
August 24, 2016
It’s been about 10 years, my knife drawer got a big makeover. I downsized all the cheap crappy knives that didn’t work. I started using this brand a few years ago, and I can now say, after ordering this new set, this is the only brand of knife I own. I donated my knife sharpener to charity. Goodbye clutter, goodbye spending time on sharping knives, goodbye to crappy knives. If I were to ever order a new kitchen knife again I would make sure it was in the eversharp pro line with this company.
Great quality set of knives
February 28, 2012
I bought this for my mom who for years has been using steak knives and pairing knives to cut everything. I think it's a culture thing because seems like everyone from India does the same even though they've been in the US for 40+ years. Anyway they are very sturdy knives, now anytime I am visiting my parents, I can actually cut vegetables with a real knife. These will definitely stand up over time. My sister in law loved the set so much she asked me to order a set. they were all amazed how good things can be chopped up with quality knives. Having worked in at a country club and high end restaurant in my teen years, I knew Henckels were of the highest quality. For the price you get the 3 knives that 99% of people are going to use.

Four Star Reviews:

13%
Knives are really good - sharp enough to cut
September 16, 2017
Knives are really good - sharp enough to cut, but the material doesn't cut your skin. the only recommendation is that the stand broke very easily, and could be fixed.
Love my knives!
September 1, 2017
I only have one gripe which is that they stain if you leave food on them for a period of time and don't wash them right away. One of my knives is no longer pearly white but the color of the vegetables that I cut up. LESSON LEARNED...But overall, I think they are great and they look amazing on my countertop.
Four Stars
March 15, 2017
Blades chip very easily.. nice and sharp, but I don't believe they will be that durable.
Bang for your buck
September 25, 2016
I bought this set for a cabin and for the price it's worth it. The cutting shears are a little cheap, but the knives work good after 3 months of use. I actually prefer these over the $100 set of chicago cutlery I have at home.
Great knives
September 24, 2016
So far I like these knives. The manufacturer actually sends an email letting you know how to use them and clean them so that was helpful since this is my first set of ceramic knives. Look forward to continuing to use these as they are nice and sharp... and will easily cut a finger as my mom found out while she was visiting.
So far, so good
November 3, 2015
This is my first experience with ceramic knives.The items arrived in a nice, well-wrapped / protected box. The stand has a small footprint, which I like (I am replacing /supplementing an 18-pc block set). I wish the slots could be locked into an upright, or at least adjustable, position; the angles you see in the pic are how they sit. I have used all of them and they are certainly sharper than my inexpensive, never-sharpened, 8+ year-old stainless steel knives. Once I get those sharpened, it'll be interesting to see how they compare. My only gripe is that they seem to stain easily. I chopped up a yam and the white blade was stained orange. The color would not just rinse off; I had to use dish soap and a scour pad. First world problems...
15%
Eversharp Knifes
July 17, 2017
Pretty nice knifes I hoped they would be a littler heaver but their ok.
Ok
February 1, 2017
Nice but I didn't know that they were serrated, so they don't work well for veggies
Good if you like those serrations
November 19, 2015
Nice packaging. Just be aware that this is from the discount line of Henckels, and that it has those tiny serrations. They definitely are sharp.I'm going to keep them, but will probably regift them, since they are decent quality.
Great for the money.
May 19, 2015
Great knives for the money. Seriously, these knives are not top quality you would see in a gourmet kitchen but they are very good at what they need to do. Cut, chop and slice. Just hand wash them each time.
Great buy
January 15, 2015
The knives are sharp and really a must-have for a beginner. Giving a four star because I would like to see if the blade remains sharp. Great product and worth the price.
Best knife set I have purchased
September 12, 2014
above average quality with a low price. I like using high quality stainless steel knife set and J.A. Henckels set is just about right with all the professional quality that is expected which made it very easy for us to handle, manage and cut and yet remain sharp.

Three Star Reviews:

9%
loved these knives
August 14, 2017
loved these knives, have had almost two years, now they are chipping. I handle them with care as instructed. INot sure if I would buy them again for my wife.
Three Stars
May 28, 2017
The are really nice looking and the scissors are great... not as sharp as your typical ceramic knives
These are a nice, compact and attractive little knife set
July 25, 2016
These are a nice, compact and attractive little knife set. Takes up no space and cuts well without the extreme sharpness of a metal blade. I don't slip and almost cut myself when using these, like I sometimes do with metal blade knives.. The blade is sharp but coated with a plastic like seal.
I might need to be more careful using it, ...
March 21, 2016
I might need to be more careful using it, I broke the tip of the small knife after 1 use.. otherwise its sharp and looks good
Knifes are not as sharp as top quality ceramic knifes ...
September 13, 2015
Knifes are not as sharp as top quality ceramic knifes; for the price the knifes are ok. Scissors were missing. Amazon gave me a $5 credit for the scissors.
OK
September 4, 2015
I've had ceramic knives before and loved them. These are OK, but not amazing. They are very light, which I don't like in a kitchen knife. The blades are not extremely sharp - don't get me wrong, they cut well, but they are not so sharp that the cut is smooth and immediate. Also, the shape of the chef knife is not really like a chef knife, so it's hard to finely slice or dice.So, they're OK, but not the greatest set of ceramic knives I've used.
11%
A better description of the product was needed
July 19, 2017
Not what I expected. A better description of the product was needed.
Three Stars
December 29, 2016
These knifes are serrated. I didn't get that from the product description.
this product is perfect for fruits and veggies
October 22, 2016
When cutting chicken, the fat from the skin get stuck between the teeth making the blade unusable until you remove the fat/skin. Definitely prefer the traditional blade. But,this product is perfect for fruits and veggies.
Not the sharpest knife in the drawer
December 8, 2015
These knives are not what I expected. I thought finally I would have that perfect paring knife for my kitchen use, but it isn't sharp and I hardly use it or the other knives in the set.
They aren't super great, but they are ok
June 2, 2015
They aren't super great, but they are ok, the middle size one already has a slightly bent tip and I have never washed these in the microwave.
Three Stars
March 8, 2015
ok but paring knife is disappointing, does not cut as well as a free advertising knife from walmart

Two Star Reviews:

7%
Very dull - barely knives!
March 2, 2017
This is the first and last time I order ceramic knives. These are not sharp at all. Every time family members come over, they comment as to how dull these are. Not to mention they cannot go into my dishwasher. 1 extra star because they look nice on my granite counter-top. Not recommended.
I have bought ceramic knives before and loved them. This set is cheap
December 12, 2016
I have bought ceramic knives before and loved them. This set is cheap, and the handle comes down beyond the blade, so you can't cut all the way down unless you use the tip of the knife to cut things. Originally I thought it was a nice, modern design, but they turned out to be a lower quality than I had thought
Two Stars
September 20, 2016
One of knife broke after 2 days of normal use
They were beautiful and sharp at first
December 22, 2015
Been owning this for 6 months. They were beautiful and sharp at first. They started chipping one by one, so dull and staining is another issue. What if the ceramic ends up in my food or baby food. I truly don't recommend ceramic knives at all. There's barely any good ceramic knife sharpening out there. I'd rather spend on 1 good knife for the price of this whole set. I only like the pair of scissors of this set. It's the hype with ceramic knives these days and all the colorful ones being marked down so much at Costco, sam's Club and BJ's. They don't last.
Nice knife set but the Large knife arrived chipped.
October 28, 2015
They look Great but the large knife came chipped.The other knives in this set cut really nice and are very sharp.Not sure if I can recommend these as they may chip in shipping.Too bad, I was really hoping this would be a perfect set.
cut well but not long lasting
October 13, 2015
These cut great but chip/break easily. I would recommend limiting use to vegetables. The Scissors that come with are great
9%
Eversharp but not very sharp !!
June 24, 2016
I prchased these knives because they were supposed to be very sharp and built well. They are built very well but are definitly not sharp. The 8 " knife is in fact very dull and I cud not even cut a tomato without sawing at it and mashing it !! Even trying to chop vegatables was difficult and i had tomake several attempts to chop them . The medium knife was sharper and cut much better but still not that good . I am returning these knives and will try non serrated knives and a knife sharpener.
Not so good for $30 set of knives. Serrations are on wrong side of middle knife for right-handers. Rookie error.l
May 2, 2016
Initial review: Pretty good for a $30 set of knives. Stainless steel so they should stay sharp for quite a while (SS is hard to sharpen with they do get dull though).Oddly the serrations on the middle size knife are on the left side of the blade so you need to cut as a lefty to use it properly (that is, to have the piece bend away from you and not stick to the blade. I don't know why so many knife manufacturers make this basic mistake. Totally a rookie error.Yes, I'd rather have the professional set made of carbon steel, but these will do.==================After just a few months of light use, these knives are noticeably dull and there's no way to sharpen them. They are not good for the home chef. I'd say look elsewhere for good carbon steel knives or upgrade to the professional knives these guys make.
Disappointed
February 4, 2016
Ordered JA Heckels. Received Farberware
Cut it out
August 20, 2014
Not my favorite knives. They do cut, but the weight is not great and they just lack a certain feel.
Two Stars
July 6, 2014
Poor workmanship at the tips of the knives.
Quite disappointing
August 8, 2011
I bought this knife set (Henckels Eversharp Pro 3-piece, serrated) in February 2011. I have been disappointed in their performance and thus uselessness around the kitchen. First of all, the tip of the middle one (5-inch utility) bent almost after the first use and then eventually chipped off. The biggest knife (8-inch chef's) is good only for cutting a limited number of foods (such as hard bread or cabbage). With many foods (like fish or meat) it does not cut smoothly but rips the food with things being caught by the serrated edge. It also does not work well at all on frozen meat as the teeth of the chef's knife are small.Certainly, this set is not worth $30. I bought Paula Deen's non-serrated 3-knives set at Walmart for about $17, which so far works much, much better than this Henckels set. The only reason for giving 2 stars instead of one was the sturdy construction of the knives. It is my personal preference, but I do prefer sharpening knives once in a while in exchange for a crisp, smooth cut.

One Star Reviews:

6%
I think it is okay for the price but finishing ...
September 24, 2017
I think it is okay for the price but finishing was not done properly. I cut myself just removing the wrapping and I've found the edge of scisccor very sharp. I don't think i will use it just to be safe.
Looks cute, is utterly useless.
October 21, 2016
The only good thing about this knife set is the holder. I've never used ceramic knives as discussed as these, the day I received them I tried with limited success to cut into a lemon (only one knife cut through without having to use the point of the knife to pierce it), a tomato, and a bell pepper. You're better off buying a few ceramic knives at the grocery store, I've had a few for a year now and they're still pretty sharp.
Terrible Purchase
March 28, 2016
These are quite possibly the worst knives I have ever attempted to use. I had an amazing ceramic set purchased from Amazon (in addition to my normal stainless steel set) for a little over a year and they were incredible, super sharp and lightweight yet they were beginning to dull so I wanted a new set. Ordered these and just attempted to use them, ALL are completely dull. Couldn't even cut through a lime or grapefruit. Thankfully, amazon's customer service is great and was extremely helpful with resolving the return of the product without the original box I had thrown out. Regardless of the decent reviews and "top seller," do not waste your money or time, trust me!
Backscratcher?
October 15, 2015
These knives are not very sharp, making it difficult for me to cut through produce and meats. Further, they do not cut all the way through in a straight line - not sure how to explain this, but I believe this is a design issue. Not very pleased, but hey, they were cheap. I have a ceramic knife that I purchased in the past and have used for 4 years, and this knife is still sharper than this set of new knives.
Luckily I didn't throw away my stainless knives.
October 12, 2015
Not very sharp, was unable to cut up cherry tomatoes without crushing them. Wife complained how hard it was to cut a stick of butter.
One Star
August 25, 2015
I loved how it looked so I gave it five stars, after using for a few times, I noticed that the ceramic blades got stained by the vegetable juice that i cut using the knife and the stains would not wash off. Another thing if you drop the knife it easily chips, so i'm giving it a one star and would never recommend buying to anyone.
5%
not good blades
June 8, 2017
This style knife is useless buy the blades that dont have jagged edges
I was expecting this set to perform better than it does
February 17, 2017
I was expecting this set to perform better than it does. The knives don't seem to have a good sharp cut. I know this wasn't the expensive knives but I have some cheaper ones that out perform them that I bought at Walmart.
Don't waste your money on these dull knives that you can't sharpen
December 26, 2016
These knives claim to never need sharpening. I couldn't peel a potato with the paring knive it was so dull. Brand new and dull what a waste of money!
POINTS BEND!
July 20, 2016
I ordered these knives because of the claim to never need sharpening. Yes - they are very sharp but all three knives now have bent points. Well I guess description didn't say the points don't bend. Disappointing.
Serrated knives
February 5, 2016
These knives are serrated.
One Star
December 21, 2014
Returned them, more of a beginner set, not for me
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$49.95
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Article Number
Article Number
0702874854986
0035886083366
Binding
Binding
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Kitchen
Brand
Brand
Checkered Chef
Henckels
Color
Color
Black, White and Silver
Black
Currency
Currency
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USD
Department
Department
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sporting-goods
Formatted Price
Formatted Price
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$57.00
Height
Height
224.4 in
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Length
Length
523.6 in
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Manufacturer
Manufacturer
Checkered Chef
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cutlery
Model
Model
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31319-000
MPN
MPN
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31319-000
Number of Items
Number of Items
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1
Number of Parts
Number of Parts
#NA
31319-000
Product Group
Product Group
Kitchen
Kitchen
Product Type
Product Type
KITCHEN
KITCHEN
Publisher
Publisher
Checkered Chef
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cutlery
Quantity
Quantity
1
1
Reviews
Reviews
Score
Score
9.4
8.4
Size
Size
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3 pc.
SKU
SKU
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H0231319000
Studio
Studio
Checkered Chef
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cutlery
Warranty
Warranty
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Lifetime warranty against manufacturers defects
Weight
Weight
6.9 oz
2.9 oz
Width
Width
271.7 in
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Feature
Feature

Sick of using dull, blunt knives in your kitchen? Checkered Chef Ceramic Knives have extremely sharp blades for precision cutting - slice through tomatoes with ease!

Economical! A stainless steel set of knives at this price would be dull and prone to rusting, while a top quality steel set would cost hundreds. Ceramic knives offer a more affordable option giving top quality sharpness at a great price! Plus, you'll never need to sharpen them - saving you time and money!

Comfortable to hold and safer to use! Comfort-grip handles are ergonomically designed to maximise comfort. Uniquely designed to extend below the base of the blades to protect your fingers from sharp corners.

The healthier way to cut! Ceramic blades do not corrode or rust, and resist bacteria, making them a healthier and more hygienic choice.

Looking to sharpen up your kitchen? This set includes 4 ceramic knives (6,5,4,3 inch), stunning black and silver holder and a bonus pair of stainless steel scissors.

German high-carbon stainless steel never-needs-sharpening micro-serrated blade

3-pc set includes: 3-inch paring knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife and an 8-inch chef's knife

Full-tang triple-rivet handle

Lifetime limited manufacturer warranty

Diswasher safe - hand washing recommended

Special serrated edge never needs sharpening

Three-piece knife set: 8-inch chef's, 5-inch utility, 3-inch paring

High-grade, rolled stainless steel capable of withstanding extreme stress

Polypropylene handle is impact and shock resistant

Dishwasher-safe, but hand washing preferred

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