Oxo 1068557 Good Grips Professional 14-Piece Knife Block Set

Reviews of Oxo 1068557 Good Grips Professional 14-Piece Knife Block Set

1.) GOOD Knives, GREAT Value
Reviewed by: Thomas Tracy Northern GA, United States
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These are very good knives and an excellent value. Yes, they are stamped, not forged, but they cost much, MUCH less then similar sets of quality forged knives. They arrived razor sharp and have stayed razor sharp with use of the included steel.

And these are indeed QUALITY stamped knives. They have a full length tang which gives them a good, balanced weight that feels nice in your hand. The handles are comfortable and non-slip. In short, they are a pleasure to use.

Top that off with a surprisingly (at this price) high-quality wooden block and I couldn't be more pleased with this set of knives. Like another reviewer, I completed this set (there are 3 empty slots in the block, 2 for additional knives & 1 for poultry shears) with the 6-1/2-Inch Santoku Knife, the 5" Boning Knife and the Poultry Shears. I have been using these knives daily for the last 3 months.

One thing about these knives that I haven't seen any other reviewer mention - they have 15° edge bevels (like most Asian knives) as opposed to 20° bevels (like most German knives). I mention this not as a negative or positive regarding the knives (although some will argue the merits of one vs. the other), but as a "heads up" when using a steel on these knives or buying a sharpener. You need to use a 15° angle against the steel when doing the former & if you buy the latter and want to maintain the 15° bevel (which is a double bevel on these Oxo knives by the way, unlike some high-end Japanese knives which have a single bevel), be sure and order an appropriate sharpener.

Finally, in an attempt to address some criticisms in other reviews and the two questions I saw in one review comment:
1) To maintain a sharp edge, these knives, like all other knives that are not of the "laser ever-sharp" variety, require periodic steeling to realign the edge. I steel a given knife before every 3 or 4 uses (just a few strokes on each side - no biggie) and they are as sharp as new.
2) Oxo recommends hand-washing, which I have done & I have experienced no spotting or discoloration of the knives after 3 months of daily use.
3) The steak knives are smooth-edged, not serrated (and cut a steak very nicely!)
4) These knives cut tomatoes very nicely - I have used both the santoku knife & the 5" serrated utility knife for this task, but I prefer the non-serrated santoku. (The only two serrated knives in this set are the aformentioned 5" utility & the 8" bread knife).


2.) 5 Star Value
Reviewed by: Island Cook Puget Sound, WA USA
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OXO is our favorite brand of kitchen tools and when we found this wonderful collection of practical knives in a gift set we bought one for our house and one for a wedding gift.
There are more expensive knives available but these are well-designed and high quality and an absolute bargain for $100.
All knives are sharp when you buy them, but no knife stays sharp forever. In fact the measure of a good knife is its ability to take and hold an edge after resharpening. OXO PRO Series knives do indeed take and hold an edge after resharpening. The knives are based on OXO's Universal Design concept and feature non-slip, comfort handles. I also like the fact that all OXO products have a no-nonsense satisfaction guarantee.
For the price of this handsome set you could go out and buy one overpriced German or French knife, which will also need resharpening, or you could spend over $1,000 for some fancy knife sets that will not slice tomatoes or bread any better than OXO's knives.
Just think of the $900 saved by going for OXO Pro Knives instead of inflated German cutlery, and use the savings for a ticket for yourself to Europe.


3.) OXO 14 piece knife block set
Reviewed by: Donald J. Deserano Toledo, Oregon United States
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These knives are very nice to look at and the wood block does not appear cheap. The knives are razor sharp and have not dulled in the two months we have had them. They have shown no signs of rusting. We hand wash them and towel dry. We were so impressed with the set that we bought three more differently styled knives from OXO.

4.) Everything I needed
Reviewed by: Ciara South Florida
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I got these knives as a wedding present and I absolutely love them. Before getting this full knife set I had been using a few average priced knives that I thought were ok. Once I got this set I realized that my old knives were definitely sub-par. I had gotten used to having to force my way through harder foods such as carrots with my old not so sharp blades, but the OXO knives were incredibly sharp! They cut through everything I threw at them with such ease that I was in total amazement.
This set is the best set you can get for such a low prices. The knives are very sharp, comfortable to hold, and look really nice on the counter. I highly recommend them.

5.) Exceptional value
Reviewed by: handy hubby Orlando, FL USA
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This set contains the best knives I ever owned. I really didn't need true professional chef quality so these will suit me quite well for many years to come. The grips work great even when they are wet and that's a big plus to me. I also bought a 6.5" santoku knife, a boning knife and poultry scissors so my set needs nothing and they all fit into the block. The total cost for everything including shipping was still under $200.00 (through Amazon) - a great bargain in my opinion.

6.) Great value
Reviewed by: Mike USA
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I bought these as a gift, but when I opened the box and checked out the set, I considered keeping it. Even with the other good reviews here, I didn't expect such quality from a set that cost less than $80. The wood block is substantial and attractive, and knives themselves look and feel like some of the high-priced German models. OXO also lives up to its "good grips" name with handles that are very comfortable and well balanced.

7.) Impressed
Reviewed by: NWChef Seattle, Washington United States
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With so many cutlery options on the market, OXO has hit the nail on the head again by offering quality knives at a bargain price. All the knives are well balanced with a comfortable grip, and a surprisingly sharp edge.

This set is a great solution for anyone that needs an inexpensive way to replace an old knife set, or as a starter set for a wedding gift or college student, as the edge on these blades will stay sharp with minimal attention.

I have seen these knives rated as a "Best Buy" in a number of magazines... most recently in Dwell Magazine, who appreciate the sleek look of these, I'm sure.

This block would be a steal without the steak knife set, but OXO has ensured that you get everything you need in this block.

8.) Sharp Deal
Reviewed by: jdrojo Colorado
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This is an excellent set of knives and a great bargain. Oxo has put it all together with high quality knives and a nice looking wooden storage block. The knives are very sharp and the handles provide a comfortable grip. Highly recommended.

9.) Beautiful Handling, Awesome Cutting, Great Knives!!
Reviewed by: El Pipe mas Tuanis Native Coloradoan in the desert of Phoenix
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I must say that I am so glad I got these knives. Of course I am coming from 7 year old serrated knives that just didn't stand the test of time. I can tell these will last me forever, if I (and my wife) take care of them. They are very very sharp, a slight cut on my thumb from drying the chefs knife will attest to that. I am so excited to have these knives. There are spaces in the block for some scissors, the 6 1/2" santoku knife, and the 6" Chef Knife. In the end these are great knives, great grips, and very nicely weighted. Love em.

10.) Sharp
Reviewed by: pip
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Great product. And since I cut myself on them already I can tell you they are definitely SHARP. Cuts veggies beautifully. Love the little chef knife.

11.) Great
Reviewed by: gt56 Co Spgs, CO USA
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I love the fact that I did not spend $300+ on these knives, they are really sharp and have a great feel (handle).

12.) Merry Christmas
Reviewed by: R. Hudson
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My husband and sister bought this knife set for me for Christmas and I am VERY happy with them. They are sharp, comfortable to use, and have a wide selection of sizes for just about any task. The knife we probably use the most is the "4-inch Santoku". It is perfect for all those little jobs you have to do while preparing a meal from cutting herbs to slicing vegetables such as cucumbers. There are extra slots in the block and I am having a difficult time deciding just what I might need since so far the knives provided have more then filled my needs. Perhaps the OXO 6 1/2" Santoku and a good Usuba Bocho knife.

13.) Oxo Good Grips Purchase
Reviewed by: Jack Dingles Texas
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I saw this knife set on Consumer Reports as their best buy. I was a little skepital that a knife set only costing this much money would perform to my expectations. After reading the reviews, I decided to take the gamble and purchase this set for a Christmas present for my wife. I am very pleased with the performance of these knives. These knives are very sharp and cut things with ease. It is also very easy to keep an edge with the sharpening steel that comes with the set. These knives have exceeded my expectations in quality and performance.

14.) Very Happy
Reviewed by: T. N. Schultz Baltimore, MD USA
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Consumer Reports rates these knives very highly and I agree. I am very happy with my purchase and very satisfied.

15.) OXO knives are wonderful!
Reviewed by: Tonya C. Smith Richlands, NC
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This set is a GREAT deal for the money. I have owned several knife sets through the years and thgis one is by far the best, sharpest, and most comfortable knives yet! I hope these last for many years!!!

16.) Hard to beat for the money
Reviewed by: Leif CA, USA
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I purchased this knife set for a vacation home due to it's reasonable price, but I wish I had purchased a second set for my regular home. The knives are all very, very sharp, considering this set is stamped, not forged as most (considerably) more expensive sets are.

The knives (aside from the steak knives) are all nicely balanced and have a good feel to them, and are very sharp as noted above. You have a nice variety of blades too.

The blades of the steak knives are a little thinner and lighter than I prefer, as they will slightly flex, but since they are so sharp, you don't need to apply very much pressure. From the looks of them, I don't believe I would call the steak knives "Professional" as the rest of the set (plus the other knives had a metal cap at the end of the handle), but as I said, they are still adequate due to their sharpness.

The block has two open knife slots and an opening for scissors, so I rounded the set out with a 6" chef, a 6-1/2" Santoku, and the professional poultry shears, although now the knife set is so large, I probably won't ever need to use all of the knives.

All in all, this seems to be an easy choice. In addition, Consumer Reports rates this set a "CR Best Buy". You will be hard pressed to find a better value.



17.) Best bang for your buck
Reviewed by: M. Borejko CT USA
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These knives are very very sharp right out of the box. The grip handles are great for comfort. I would definitely recommend this set over the cheaper ones that are found at stores like Walmart. And while you could pay $400 for Wusthof, you would be overpaying and not getting that much better of a knife set. This is true for me and 90% of us who are not professional chefs. The best part about this set is it comes with a sharpener while most others don't. Get the herb scissors and maybe a large Santoku to fill out the block and you'll be all set.

18.) Excellent set of knives
Reviewed by: M. Rader Alaska, (The Great Land) United States
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Don't let anyone who is selling knives try & tell you you need to spend hundreds on a good knife set. As a rule the steel used needs to be from either Japan or Germany ( AXIS STEEL ?). This is the only set I have ever seen with Japanese steel for this price. I bought these for my RV & they are every bit as good as my home Wustof set I paid over $500 for on sale. You also need to be careful with the expensive brands because they are also pumping out some cheap chinese garbage now that won't hold an edge later. Really if taken care of, a set made from good steel, including this one, could last for generations. Though the sharpener would need to be replaced.

19.) Great set of knives
Reviewed by: College Prof Nebraska USA
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I looked at all the expensive knives because I wanted the best for my wife. Then, after reading several of the other reviews on this product, I decided not to buy the most expensive set out there, and to buy this very reasonably priced set instead. Boy, were we pleasantly surprised! These knives are comfortable to handle, they do their job perfectly and they are very reasonably priced. I recommend them to anyone - whether you are on a budget or have lots of money to spend.

20.) CUTTING EDGE!!
Reviewed by: Victoria New Jersey, USA
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All my life, I have purchased inexpensive knives, only to have very dull blades in a short period of time. I don't think I have EVER purchased a REAL knife other than those Ginsu knives and the ones from the supermarket. I say all of this because these OXO professional knives have shown me the error of my ways.

These are GREAT knives, the blades are sharp and cutting just every day food is a true joy!! I love them. Every one should experience what a sharp knife is really like.

21.) Good for your average home kitchen...
Reviewed by: Half Pint Northeast Alabama
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I always read reviews on Amazon before I make a purchase. I am glad that I went with this kife block set by Oxo. The knives are very sharp for your typical home cooking. They are comfortable to hold and seem to be very sturdy. I had read that there are a few empty slots in the block, so I additionally had purchased the 6-in. Chef's knife and the 6 1/2-in. Santoku knife with my order. I placed a pair of kitchen shears that I alread have, in the bottom slot. So, I have a full set of very nice knives. I also purchased the 'Furi Ozitech Diamond Fingers Pro Knife Sharpener' after reading reviews about it. It easy for me to use and works really well on the knives.

22.) OXO knives
Reviewed by: joseph warren N.E., Ohio
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exellent product, returned crappy and exhorbitant cutco set, immediately after seeing stains after washing. They also wouldn't hold an edge, couldn't cut cleanly, and were very imbalanced. These were the opposite. Inexpensive, hold edge well, don't stain, even in the dishwasher. Well balanced and cut cleanly. For the price, I could by two sets for myself, and one for every person I know for the price of one cutco set. My wife and I cook a lot. I clean and cut Meat for storage. And she does a ton of vegetable and food prep for dinners. We love these knives. These aren't European, but with the amount of cutting we do, and the occasional necessary diswasher clean up, we thought we just weren't ready for the european knives yet. P.S. Oxo doesn't recommend dishwasher, and you should straighten the edge if you do it. But after trying the cutco, we became a little more realistic about our knife needs and our knife lifestyle. Couldn't be happier.

23.) OXO Good Grip knife set
Reviewed by: M. Ferencevich Arbor Vitae, WI USA
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Excellent knife set, very sharp, comfortable grips, lots of compliments on them from friends, rated as a "best buy" in Consumer Reports.

24.) Great Set
Reviewed by: Earnitman Munster, IN USA
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Wow!!! What a great set for under $100. The knives are truly sharp and seem to be well made. This set made me realize how BAD my old knives really were. Well worth the $. Highly Recommend.

25.) OXO is good!
Reviewed by: Amy Thomason Las Vegas, NV
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OXO products always are designed with the user in mind. Never purchased anything in their line that wasn't good, and the knives are no exception.

26.) Better than the best!
Reviewed by: big family
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These knives are great! They are sharp and easy to handle. And the best part is you don't have to pay the huge price like some other name brands.

27.) Awesome
Reviewed by: Mert Mack
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I love these knives. My first thought when I used them is I've never used professional knives before. They are sharp and comfortable to use. I would recommend them to anyone.

28.) Good Grips / Great Knives
Reviewed by: J. Barger North Ga, USA
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Bought these after reading the reviews. I like others, was a little worried about such a good price for a professional knife set but I am so happy I bought these! Very sharp knives and fit very well in your hand even when wet. We have only used them for only a month now but I have been very happy with my purchace.
Great knives at a great price.

29.) Great knives
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This was a great set of knives. Good as advertised and rated. Will need to keep touched up with the steel as you should with any knife set. I added the 6.5 inch OXO Santoku and it too is one of the favorite knives.

For 100 bucks this is the set to get.

30.) Awesome Knife Set!
Reviewed by: Sk-eye-Dvr Thomasville, Georgia
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I just love these knives. They feel good in the hand and are VERY sharp. I did have to send back the first set I received - the block was damaged (broken at the top). The replacement set is in good condition and I'm enjoying finally having sharp knives in my kitchen.

31.) great!
Reviewed by: C. labarre
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I bought them for a friend and he said it is the sharpest knife set he has ever owned. Already cut himself a few times...not that you would want to! I love this brand, and when i need a new set will surely buy one from this company.

32.) Oxo Good Grips
Reviewed by: Techie Marana, Arizona United States
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This was an excellent purchase. My wife has rheumatoid arthritis and she is able to grip these knives. They also cut extremely well.




33.) Great knives! Worth the money
Reviewed by: Torquod Briarcliff Manor, NY
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I am impressed.... They are lightweight and SHARP!! It has been a great addition to my kitchen and I love them. Would definitely recommend.

34.) Great knife block set
Reviewed by: mamakarl Portland, OR
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So far this has been a great set. I like each individual knife - they are definitely very sharp so far. I like the style and design of the knife set. The wooden block is a little big for me, but otherwise it is very nice. In time we will see how well they sharpen and how well the 'rubber' like handles hold up. (that was my only concern)

35.) Excellent set
Reviewed by: Ginger Buffalo, NY
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I am very satified with the Oxo knives. I agree with the reviewer who said the set's only fault is that it is missing the small chef's knife, which I did order to fill one of the empty slots in the block. The scissors slot will accomodate any type of scissors. I use it to hold my kitchen shears. I do hand wash the knives, dry them thoroughly with a dish towel, and return them to the block immediately.

36.) The perfect knives
Reviewed by: Sonogirl123 Florida
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These Oxo knives are wonderful!! I've been cooking for more than 20 years and have tried several knives. These are actually the ones I like the best. They are comfortable in the hand with a contour grip. If you use the sharpening steel as directed, they stay very sharp, be careful. I could not be happier with this purchase and recommend these knives to everyone!!!! Don't look any further, this is a great deal and a great product!!

37.) Excellent set
Reviewed by: Honest and true Plymouth, WI
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I got this set last year for Christmas and I love it. I've never held such a comfortable knife, and that goes for all of them. Also, they are of great quality. I shopped around for a knife set before settling on this one and I love it! If you are looking for a knife set, I highly recommend this one.

38.) Excellent Knives! Would recommend
Reviewed by: bwanagary Seatte, WA United States
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Excellent value. Well crafted, well balanced and razor sharp! Be careful; I gave myself a very nasty cut with the paring knife while peeling veggies just because I didn't expect them to be so sharp! The block is goo also. They have a nice feel, wash easily and really do the job. Having done lots of in-store and online research this is definitely the best value out there.

39.) Do yourself a favor and buy this knife set
Reviewed by: Dr. Siphu
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Hands down, the OXO is the best set of kitchen knives I have ever owned. I live in Japan, and own a set of Japanese knives, which are very high maintenance. The OXO set are just as good as my Japanese knives, but they do not require any maintenance other than the occasional sharpening. After getting the OXO set, I have since retired my Japanese knives. That should say it all.

40.) good knives for the price
Reviewed by: sue tx
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These knives were rated a consumer reports best buy, which is why we got them. We have not been disappointed. They are good so far, no complaints.

41.) Excellent Product for the Price
Reviewed by: Lo PA
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This product is well worth the price. The grips are comfortable, the blades are sharp, and the knife block is a good addition to the set.
If you are looking for practical and useful I would suggest these knives-my brother is a chef and even he commented on how comfortable they were and how nicely they cut.

42.) Great Product at Excellent Price
Reviewed by: ohioyankee Cincinnati, OH USA
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This is a great set and a great price. I'm very pleased with it. It seems to be very comparable to sets costs 3 and 4 times as much.

43.) Sharp Knives!
Reviewed by: Paula Brown Decatur, AL
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This knife set has all the knives I normally use, I just had to add scissors to complete the set. They came sharp and so far have remained that way. Use the sharpener occasionally to keep them razor sharp.

44.) VALUE
Reviewed by: CJ Seattle, WA USA
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Great value for the price. Realistically, you are going to pay several, several times more for better quality. These are stamped, but high end stamped, which is probably better than low end forged. Decent block, with room for three more knives not included in the set, but not necessary. Would be excellent for new homeowner or newlyweds who need decent quality knives for daily use, and are not snobby.

45.) Super comfortable ... excellent value!
Reviewed by: Donald Erickson woodstock,CT USA
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We had purchased a couple of these knives individually and were extremely pleased with them, so decided to get this 14-piece set. They arrived perfectly and actually a couple of days earlier than we expected. We have several complete knife sets (all more expensive), but these are clearly the knives of choice. In particular, their grips are extraordinarily comfortable and we would expect them to maintain excellent cutting edges as our previous OXO's have done. Very pleased with this purchase. For their modest price, a real value.

46.) Great Knives
Reviewed by: Kirsten Alaska
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These knives are very sharp. I was so used to working with our old, dull knives that I was a little careless and knicked my finger. I'm much more careful now. The rubber handles make these knives more comfortable and easier to handle. I do plan on getting the larger santoku knife. There are two empty slots in the knife block so you can choose what you need that doesn't come with the set. There are a few more kinds they make. Be sure to hone them to keep them sharp longer.

47.) My favorite knives
Reviewed by: Foodie Port Madison, WA
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When it comes to cooking utensils nothing is more important than a reliable knife. By that I mean one that is sharp and resharpens quickly and easily. For my money the OXO GoodGrips Knife Block set is superior and is a great value. We give this set as gifts for weddings, birthdays, and housewarming. Buy it you'll like it.

48.) I love these knives
Reviewed by: J. Wood Chicago Suburbs, IL
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These were a gift and I absolutely love them. These replaced a 10 year-old inexpensive block set that was all serrated, thus difficult/impossible to really sharpen in any meaningful way. This set has a nice variety of knives, they are all easy to sharpen and make cutting fruit/veggies/meat effortless. There are plenty of knives for different tasks and they are etched to indicate what the primary use should be. They are easy to sharpen and I also really love the block for storage for 2 great reasons: 1. they leave extra slots so you can add more knives in the future and 2. the slot at the bottom for the kitchen shears (which I also added and love) is really handy.
I know these are not the top of the line knives, but for the price and the variety, I truly believe this is a great value. I had put them on my wishlist a while back thinking it was an indulgence to get new knives when I had a set at home. If I had known what a difference good knives made, I wouldn't have waited and would have snapped them up myself long ago.

49.) Best Kitchen Knives
Reviewed by: Vocals Livingston, La. USA
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These knives are the sharpest most durable knives I have ever used. I had them for months and still don't need to sharpen. I've cut meat, onions, tomatoes, potatoes, fish, chicken, and even opened plastic containers. You know the ones I talking about. The electronic packages that are made of the thickest hardest plastic ever created. Yeap, even opened some of that stuff and the knives are still razor sharp. I love'em. I'd definetly recommend.

50.) Great value, great product
Reviewed by: F. Handra Orange, CA
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Great value for the knives you get. The silicone handles are soft and are easy to handle. The only downfall I would say is that I wish the santoku knife was a bit bigger. But overall very satisfied with item.

51.) OUTSTANDING!
Reviewed by: dmsdzinr Sagamore Hills, Ohio United States
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Oxo makes THE MOST COMFORTABLE knives on the planet at a REASONABLE PRICE!!! I LOVE this set. I would have preferred to pay a tad more and have ALL the available slots filled. (2 are open and a large area, for I am guessing, herb shears,
is in the front of the wood block). I will complete the set on my own. Regardless the knives are SHARP and EXTREMELY comfortable to use besides looking fantastic! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

52.) Hard to imagine a better value
Reviewed by: dawnsong Michigan, USA
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I've used an older set of Oxo Good Grips knives (without the steak knives) for years and still love them. I especially like the security and comfort of the non-slip grip. They are easy to keep sharp and the block is very attractive and coordinates with my maple cabinets. I wash and dry them by hand and there is not a speck of rust or discoloration on the knives. I've purchased newer sets for vacation condos we own and they hold up very well under the abuse of short term renters. I recently purchased a set for my sister and she thinks they are a great combination.

53.) Great, sharp, durable knives
Reviewed by: J. Park
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i received this knife block set over a year ago, and they are still very sharp. as long you take care of them properly (use the steel before and after use, handwash, do an actual sharpening after extensive use) these knives should go a long way. they are a great value and i recommend them strongly



54.) Nice Knives
Reviewed by: Moe-B-Po AKRON, OHIO, US
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I did alot of reading and research before purchasing a set of knives. I wanted to balance quality and price. This set was my final decision and I am completely sastified. These are not flimsy knives, they arrived sharp and regain their edge quickly with a few swipes across the sharpener. They even included sharpening instructions for those who are unsure of how to properly sharpen a knife.

55.) great knives
Reviewed by: st427
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an amazing price for sharp, not flimsy knives. sure you could go out and buy very expensive knives, but these do the job admirably.

56.) Cutting edge!
Reviewed by: B. Colonna Somewhere in NJ
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I have used Oxo kitchen products in the past and I am yet to be disappointed. Time and time again, they deliver quality products at an excellent value. This knife set is no exception.

Just a word up front about knife sets in general. Even if you don't feel you will use every knife in a set, it will usually be less expensive to buy a set and then add on a knife you might want. Typically, you will find a savings in buying knives in a set rather than individually.

What's in the box?

* 8 inch Chef's Knife
* 8 inch Slicer
* 8 inch Bread Knife
* 4 inch Santoku
* 5 inch Utility Knife
* 3 ½ inch Paring Knife
* Sharpening Steel
* Six Steak Knives
* Angled wood block in light maple finish.
* Small instruction pamphlet.

The blades are all stainless steel, stamped, and include a lifetime warranty. While these are not forged blades, they perform as good as some knife sets I've used, some of which were five or six times more expensive. While the blades are stainless steel and dishwasher-safe, Oxo recommends washing and drying by hand for best results. This is not uncommon for knife sets.

The blades are all comfortable to hold and use. The handles are black and made of a nonslip rubber. The knives all perform extremely well when used for their intended purpose. The chef's knife cuts paper thing vegetables, the Santoku dices nicely, and so on. As stated in the instruction pamphlet, it is best to run your blade across the steel a few times before and after use to keep it at its sharpest. Oxo's suggested sharpening method (how to hold the steel and blade while sharpening) is fine, but you will probably find it easier to master, and more comfortable, using some of the more typical approaches which can be found on YouTube, etc.

The block has two empty slots (three if you count the space toward the bottom of the block face, which can hold shears.

About the only observation I can make about this product being less than perfect would be that the Santoku , at 4 inches, is really a "mini Santoku" and many cooks may prefer a more typical Santoku of 6 inches or more. But this knife set is such a great value and of such good quality that the smallish Santoku cannot detract from it.

I would buy this knife set again in a heartbeat. If you find the small Santoku not to your liking, you can easily compliment this set with Oxo's 6 1/2 inch Santoku, also offered at a very reasonable price.


57.) Exactly what we wanted!
Reviewed by: miarfeus WI
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We went out to find a good knife set with rubberized handles. The only other set we could find was a Cooks brand set at JCP that has since been discontinued. I saw the Oxo Good Grips in Consumer Reports where they are rated very highly. The biggest complaint I could find from other reviews was that the steak knives were of a lower quality than the rest of the set and that the blades tarnished easily. The steak knives are of a lesser quality but they are by no means low quality. We have not had any blades tarnish after a couple months of frequent use. This is probably because we don't put them in the dishwasher. These are not intended to be cleaned in a dishwasher just like any other quality knife. So far we love the set and the price couldn't be better.

58.) Sharp Set of Knives
Reviewed by: Arlene San Gabriel, CA
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I received a set of OXO knives 9 yrs ago when I got married. The set did not include steak knives but lasted and served me well. I was looking to replace a few of the knives when I came across this deal for a whole NEW set including steak knives for a fraction of the price! I couldn't pass it up and I'm glad I didn't. These new knives are far superior to the older generation OXO set. They're a little heavier and yet perfect for everyday use. They are attractive and the block has room to add my favorite OXO kitchen shears. I'm so happy with the purchase!

59.) Good Value - Great Knives
Reviewed by: J. N. McCarthy Centennial, CO
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Knives arrived quickly and were more than I expected. The knives functioned as other reviewers stated. Very sharp and easy to keep sharp. Also appreciated empty slots to add other knives and scizzors. Great buy and very affordable alternative to German or Japanese products. Consumer reviews stated it was right up there in function with other knife sets up to three times as expensive.

60.) Best knives in the price range
Reviewed by: Michelle Somers Portland, ME
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I have owned these knives for about 5 years now and they are still going strong. They have been through many careless roommates who mistreated them and only show minor battle scars. They are perfect for the everyday cook, maybe not fancy enough for the chef. They have a great weight and feel good in your hand, and they cut wonderfully. My favorites are the serrated utility knife and the 4" santoku, though I have used every knife for one thing or another. Mine has a plastic block, not wood like this one, but it has actually stood up well. If you are looking for a set under a hundred bucks, I highly recommend this one.

One note, the steak knives have a very thin blade, and the battle scars I speak of are mostly tiny bends or nicks (the kind you can't see but can feel) at the tip of the steak knives. This only happens if they are mistreated which is surprising to me because they seem flimsy. They aren't. Also they are 5 years old and the most used of all the knives, so I am impressed nonetheless.

61.) OXO Great gift
Reviewed by: mt2hi New England
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We purchased this set of knives for a gift for my daughter. Amazon drop shipped them before Christmas - excellent service from Amazon. The knives were very solid, and are called 'Good Grips' for a reason. Very comfortable to use, and they cut stuff - hey, I'm not a knife expert, but these knives should last a long time. I was impressed by the quality, price, and service. I would buy again for a gift or my own use.

62.) Even better than expected
Reviewed by: TechnicalDude Midwest
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After reading the reviews, I expected a good knife set. Great looking, great for use, well made, the price is right. What more need be said?

63.) Item Quality
Reviewed by: James H. Peacock Jr. Vancouver, Wa
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I dont cook that often however I am quite satisfied with the quality of this item.

64.) WOW!
Reviewed by: msiler here... Portsmouth, NH
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Gotta be the BEST $80 set of knives I have ever seen or used. JUST GO BUY A SET! You will not be dissapointed.

65.) Makes Slicing Fun
Reviewed by: Gadget Guy Ohio, USA
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Have had these for a while now. Can't believe how nice it is to have sharp knives. Great balance and weight. Can't be beat for the price.

66.) great cut
Reviewed by: N. LAHNER
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These knives are excellant. They will cut through anything, including part of my thumb. Be careful, or you too might cut a finger.

67.) Great knife set
Reviewed by: Norbert Hugger Houston
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I bought a set for my girlfried and we liked the knives so much I bought a set for myself. Best value I could find. Quality seems comparable to the high dollar European/Japanese sets.

68.) Good for the price.
Reviewed by: F Central New Jersey
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They're knives. They cut. What more could you want for this price? I've had this set for almost a year and no rust - still sharp.

69.) These Knives Are Wonderful
Reviewed by: janets98 Tennessee
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These knives have been a lifesaver. They are a pleasure to use. They're comfortable to hold, easy to control and seem to retain their sharpness really well. And they're very reasonably priced, too.

70.) Very good knives, bad Amazon experience
Reviewed by: Paul Jay
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I purchased these knives from Amazon after reading a review in consumer reports. Though the pamphlet that came with the knives said that they were already sharp and didn't need to be sharpened prior to the first use, the knives seem rather dull to the touch. When I examined them closer, I could see that these knives must have been purchase by someone prior and returned, as each knife (including the steak knives) had marks all along each blade that must have been made by someone who attempted to sharpen them but botched the job. My assumption was confirmed when I examined a set of these knives in Homegoods and found those knives to be quite sharp and free of any scratches. Needless to say, I returned the set to Amazon and have purchased them locally - and am quite happy with the results. They are a very good value, especially since I found them for $49 rather than the $79 via Amazon. This is my first time returning anything I've purchase from Amazon, hopefully the last time - but they make the return policy very easy and hassle free.

71.) OXO Good Grips Professional 14-Piece Knife Block Set
Reviewed by: david
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Very good set of knives but steak knives are realy cheaply made, they are sharp but there is a considerable lack of quality in comparison with the rest of the knives. Just look at this set as there were no steak knives at all. I wanted to make this clear as I see nobody else mentioned it.

72.) Happy with the knives
Reviewed by: J. Foster
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I've had my Oxo knife set for about a year now. I've been very happy with them. When I use other knives, I notice a big difference. I was disappointed that they didn't include the shears in the set though. These knives are sharp and I recommend them.

73.) Great set
Reviewed by: Robert Macias
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The other reviews here persuaded me to give this knife set a try, and I haven't been disappointed. Sharp knives make such a huge difference. It's funny, though, I noticed in some of the reviews that people mentioned getting cut. I've accidentally cut myself with these knives too. And the weird thing is I didn't notice it when it happened. Sneaky knives. I'm wondering if it might not actually be the top part of the blade that's cutting me. It's somewhat sharp too. If this set were truly dishwasher-safe, it would be ideal. I noticed the description here says they're dishwasher-safe, but the box says otherwise. I tried running some of them through the dishwasher once and got mysterious brown spots. They came off, but I won't do that again. I guess most knives can't maintain a sharp edge after being run through the dishwasher repeatedly anyway. All in all, a great purchase.

74.) Good Value on OXO Good Grips Professional 14-piece Knife Block Set
Reviewed by: John E. Kearns
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The OXO Good Grips Professional 14-piece Knife Block Set that I purchased for my wife for Christmas appears to be a very good value. The knives are very sharp and do work well. The only concern I would have is there are two spots in the block for additional knives and I am unsure what knives actually go into those spots. Why would the knive offer not include a complete set to fill the block?

75.) Sharp and Stainless
Reviewed by: profdragon Franklin, NJ USA
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I bought the OXO Good Grips Professional 14-Piece Knife Block Set to replace the KitchenAid set that I had for a few years. I have a beautiful kitchen of solid cherry mahogany cabinets, stainless steel appliances and polished granite counters. The KitchenAid set had oxidized to the point that they appeared rusty and were an eye-sore. I could not remove the oxidation so I removed the knives.

The Oxo replaced them and have performed as beautifully as they still appear. They are not the high end in terms of price but they are attractive and designed well. The handles are pliant and comfortable. The blades razor sharp. The compliment of knives is more than adequate for any culinary adventure. If Consumer Reports is correct, they are by far the best buy in the mid-range knife class. Of course, if you need a designer name, there are many inferior knives at much higher prices.

76.) OXO knives
Reviewed by: Vanessa M. Bartz Kansas City, MO
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I bought these knives after reviewing knives on Consumer Reports. As an added bonus I got them with a 30% discount. The knives feel well balanced in my hand and hold the edge quiet well. I would highly recommend them.

77.) Excellent knives for the price
Reviewed by: p-51 CO United States
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After a number of go-rounds with cheap, dull knife sets that could have doubled as spoons, I decided I wanted some really good knives. Wusthof or Henckels for me, nothing less. Then I looked at the prices that these sets were commanding, and I suddenly found myself much more contented with my rubbishy, cheap knives.

I really just stumbled across this set while perusing Amazon one day. It had received such good reviews that I figured I could take a chance and spend the eighty clams needed to purchase it.

These are good knives. They arrived extremely sharp right out of the box. Whereas in the past I always defaulted to the large chef's knife for most cutting and chopping tasks, it's not necessary to do that with these. They're all sharp, well-balanced, and do their respective jobs admirably.

One evening, while chopping some vegetables, I set the chef's knife down on the counter, with the blade angled slightly upwards. Like an idiot, I accidentally slid the tip of one finger ever so briefly and lightly against the upturned blade. Now, for all my previous knife sets, that wouldn't have done a thing. But this knife is so sharp that it sliced me open quite handily, and the thing is, I didn't feel any pain while it was doing it. It's REALLY sharp.

I'm still trying to learn how to use the sharpener so as not to wreck the blades. Nevertheless, this is an excellent knife set at a reasonable price, and I do recommend it.

78.) Makes a great gift!
Reviewed by: Chi-Girl Chicago
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Bought these for my parents last Christmas and they love them!! Almost a year later they are still sharp and work great. My mom said the only problem she ran into was when she tried to cut a frozen pizza, a knife broke. Go figure! But OXO was really great and shipped her out a new knife right away! We all love OXO, their products are great, affordable and reliable!

79.) oxo good grip knife set
Reviewed by: kevin eldersburg, md United States
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I am not be a knife snob, but these knives are great so far. I have had them about a month and they are performing very well. I saw them as a best buy on ConsumerReports.com. I figured I would let someone else do the experimenting on them.

80.) nice set; except the steak knives are not the same quality
Reviewed by: Ed H. Chi Palo Alto, CA USA
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This is a nice set of knives. We have been happy with the quality. With knives, you want the handle to feel right, and for it to last. Having had it for 6 months, both of these things have held up to our expectations. Great price too. Just one issue that makes this not a 5 star review, and that is the steak knives that are included isn't the same quality. The handles on the steak knives are pretty cheap, and do not have the same feel.

81.) Too soon to give 5 Stars
Reviewed by: hberrybug Chicago, IL
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The only reason I haven't given 5 stars is that I haven't owned them long enough to see spotting or cracking due to washing in a dish washer. I don't plan to machine wash, but accidents can happen. That aside, they look great, they have a great weight and feel when using, they are extremely sharp and I'm proud to have them on my counter top.

82.) A Great Value
Reviewed by: Swirly Mom Palm Desert, CA
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This set looks great and the knives are very well made for the price. The OXO Good Grips really do feel nice to work with, secure when cutting and easy to hold. This set is not the same calibur as some of the very pricey gourmet knives, but for the money, it is a great value.

83.) OXO Good Grips Professional 14-piece Knife Block Set
Reviewed by: B. Peacock
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I'm very pleased with the cutting performance but the blades stain rather easily unless they are immediately washed off. Other than that, the set is a terrific buy when considering the amount of pieces and the price.

84.) Replacement is fine
Reviewed by: Michael C. Eaton Evergreen, Colorado USA
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Had to correct damage that probably occured due to shipping the knives loosely in smaller boxes by requesting a replacement set, but that was a relatively painless process. I believe the knife set offers good value for the money, just as Consumer Reports indicated. It's certainly a long step up from the "molybdenum steel" knife set I purchased in my early 20s.

85.) Great dishwasher safe knives one shortcoming
Reviewed by: Cside Newport, RI USA
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I love these knives, sharp, easy grip. Just need a smaller chef's knife. Overall, I love this set and it gets great compliments from my guests. Looks good. works better.

86.) solid knife set
Reviewed by: gil o new york city
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great set for the price, only con is the 6 steak knives are a bit flimsy... overall very happy with this purchase.

87.) Great value
Reviewed by: K. Klotz punta gorda , fl
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I needed a new knife set beacause my original Oxo set was destroyed in a home accident that destroyed my kitchen. First I purchased an inexspensive Chicago set and it was worthless, but very cheap. Then before I bought another set I read various reviews online about knives and decided that since I like low maintaince, and I never had a problem with this Oxo set, I would buy it again. I forgot how good it was! I am going to add a large suduko knife. I'm sure other sets are better, but whay pay 4x more unless you need it?

88.) They like it!
Reviewed by: D. Vaillancourt Highland Village, Tx USA
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I bought this as a gift for my son and daughter in law. They were pleased when they received the knives and I am told that they are enjoying using
them. I feel it was a good purchase.

89.) Nice set of knives
Reviewed by: Orion940
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This is a nice set of knives. They arrived in a well packed box, and were as advertised. They are sharp, comfortable to hold, and do a nice job of cutting, chopping, all the stuff knives are supposed to do! Easy to clean, easy to store in the block. Sharpening with the steel, as the instructions show, is a piece of cake.

I'm glad I found this set, and have no regrets. I have since picked up the larger Santuko as well. I'd recommend this set to anyone.

90.) Knives
Reviewed by: Mother of Four New York City
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Oxo Good Grips Professional 14-Piece Knife Block Set is convenient. The knives are easy to use, comfortable to hold, and very sharp.

91.) Knives are fine, but Amazon RUINED CHRISTMAS.
Reviewed by: Bob Smith
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The review: the knives are fine. Got them for my girlfriend for Christmas, she likes them, they are quality items. HOWEVER, be aware that if you buy this as a gift for someone you live with, either get it gift-wrapped or ship it to another location because they WILL NOT PUT IT IN A BOX. The UPS guy showed up at our place with them, sans Amazon-branded box (i.e. as if you pulled the knife box set off the shelf at WalMart or something) and asked her to sign for them. Suffice to say, not exactly the most surprising Christmas present ever.

92.) Spots on my Knives
Reviewed by: The Man! Pittsburgh, PA
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I read all the reviews on these knives and I also did my research on consumer reports and I have to admit these knives live up to their reputation in terms of their look, feel, and sharpness.

Previous reviewers mentioned how the handles cracked whenever you put these knives through a heated dry cycle in a dishwasher, so I only wash these knives on the air-dry cycle. This isn't that big of a problem, even though it leaves all my dishes and glasses a bit spotty coming out of the dishwasher, because my dishwasher is an old P.O.S.. The problem is spots are beginning to form on my knives, spots very much resembling rust. This isn't supposed to happen to stainless steel, but I assure you I have scrubbed these knives to try and rid them of the brownish spotting and I haven't had any luck yet.


93.) OK.
Reviewed by: Richard A. Moore
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You get what you pay for when it comes to steel. That said, these knives are ok for the price. The steak knives are too thin to sharpen easily, and I will use a butter knife with about the same effect. The grips are all that black rubbery-sticky kind of material, I'm not really a fan of those either. When I have money to spend on some real knives, I will pass these on to someone less fortunate.

94.) OK For Price
Reviewed by: Deana
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I think that there is a good reason why people buy more expensive knife sets. This one is just satisfactory, nothing great. Is not as sharp out of box as it should be.

95.) Updated Review -Sharp then Dull
Reviewed by: Sierra Biker Truckee, CA United States
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This is an update to the review below. These knives were very sharp out of the box, but they get dull pretty quick with moderate use, even within a few months. My old Chicago and Farberware knives are slightly sharper now, and they're old, and were not high quality to begin with. I don't know how to accout for it. We use the sharpening tool, but without good results. As I recall, consumers gave them a best buy, but they should review a used set, 6 months old, and see if they still feel that way.

Wow, are these sharp or what? They make my old set seem like butter knives, and I'm not kidding. I was a little concerned about the good grip handles, but they are very comfortable to use, and inspire confidence, since cutting angles become very precise. I wouldn't spend a penny more unless you just HAVE to buy German or Japanese. Save your money. Buy this set, and maybe one expensive knife for your ego. My guess is, you'll probably just use the Oxo's anyway, so buy them first and see if your ego really demands it. I read too many reviews, needlessly. I can't imagine a better value out there, stop shopping and order them.

96.) You can get better for the $
Reviewed by: LKS Boston, MA
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I love OXO products but these knives were not up to their usual standard. They were very lightweight and almost flimsy feeling. I returned them and ended up buying Henckels which I was much happier with. OXO should stick to their kitchen gadgets and such, because they're so good at that stuff!

97.) These knives are terrible.
Reviewed by: Jebie Boston, MA USA
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I am very disappointed with these knives. They were dull out of the box and never have held an edge after multiple sharpenings. The blades are too thin.

98.) I don't get these reviews
Reviewed by: Greg A. Shafer Tampa, FL, USA
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I got these for a Christmas present., this year. I've used them mainly to cut fruit, and I'm the only one who uses them. Four or five of the knives are already just plain dull, and despite resharpening, won't cut anything. As I use one a couple of times it becomes so dull that I can't use it anymore. I am SORELY DISAPPOINTED in this product, and I don't understand how so many people are calling them excellent. I am certainly no expert, but hey, I expect a new set of knives to last at least a year or so. These things are going in the trash soon, and, as some say you would be foolish to do, I'm going to spend the price of this set for one knife that will really cut. Don't waste your money!

Features of Oxo 1068557 Good Grips Professional 14-Piece Knife Block Set

OXO Good Grips Professional Cutlery features the perfect balance of professional quality cutting with soft, comfortable grip. Sharp, stainless steel blades are hardened for strength and the blades are full-tang for durability and proper balance. Soft, non-slip handles cushion your hands and provide a safe secure grip.

1.) 14-piece knife block set includes 8-inch chef's, 8-inch slicer, 3-1/2-inch parer, 5-inch utility, 4-inch Santoku, and 8-inch bread;
2.) Also includes 6 steak knives, a sharpening tool, and an angled wood storage block;
3.) Sharp, stainless-steel blades are hardened for strength, with a full-tang for durability and proper balance;
4.) Black, ergonomically correct, nonslip rubber handles cushion hands and provide a safe secure grip;
5.) Washing by hand recommended for best care; backed by a lifetime warranty;

Package Height x Length x Width: 16.8 in. x 16.8 in. x 9.3 in.
Package Weight: 11.4 lbs.

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