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Ginsu Chikara 12 piece knife set, Black
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Color | Black |
Brand | GINSU |
Blade Material | Carbon |
Blade Edge | Serrated |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15.25 x 12 x 21.75 inches |
About this item
- Included Components: 8” Chef Knife, 7” Santoku Knife, 5” Utility Knife, 5” Serrated Utility Knife, (4) 4.5” Steak Knives, 3.5” Paring Knife, Kitchen Shears, Honing Rod, Bamboo Block
- Quality And Dependability: Ginsu Chikara forged knives arrive razor sharp and stay sharp longer than the competitors’, giving you a low-maintenance, high quality set of forged knives you can depend on meal after meal.
- Modern Design: The stylish look of this Ginsu Chikara knife block set will work with any kitchen color scheme, and the sleek bamboo wood block is an easy way to keep your knives organized and looking sharp. The overall elegance of this set will look perfect in your home!
- Comfortability: Ginsu Chikara knives are expertly balanced to provide the perfect blend of power and control needed to cook through any recipe safely and comfortably.
- Exceptional Value: Ginsu knives and knife block sets are backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. As with all fine cutlery, hand washing is best for ongoing maintenance and care.
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Easy to hold | 4.3 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.9 | 4.7 | 5.0 |
Giftable | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Value for money | — | 3.8 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.1 | — |
Ergonomic | 4.1 | — | — | — | 4.7 | 5.0 |
Sold By | Ginsu | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Everything Kitchens | Ginsu | Cutlery and More |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | High Carbon Stainless Steel | Ceramic | Forged High Carbon Stainless Steel |
number of pieces | 12 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 7 |
blade material | Carbon | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | High Carbon Stainless Steel | Ceramic | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
blade edge | Serrated | Straight | Plain | Serrated | Serrated | Serrated |
handle material | — | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Polypropylene | Wood | Stainless Steel |
construction type | Forged | Coated | Coated | Forged | Coated | Forged |
dishwasher safe | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
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Product information
Color | Black |
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Brand | GINSU |
Blade Material | Carbon |
Blade Edge | Serrated |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15.25 x 12 x 21.75 inches |
Style | 12 Piece Block Set |
Item Weight | 7.5 Pounds |
Number of Pieces | 12 |
Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
Construction Type | Forged |
Product Dimensions | 15.25 x 12 x 21.75 inches |
Item Weight | 7.5 pounds |
Manufacturer | Ginsu |
ASIN | B0011TRO80 |
Item model number | 07112DS |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #54,491 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #178 in Block Knife Sets |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Care instructions | Hand Wash |
Assembly required | No |
Warranty Description | Limited lifetime warranty |
Batteries required | No |
Included Components | 8” Chef Knife, 7” Santoku Knife, 5” Utility Knife, 5” Serrated Utility Knife, (4) 4.5” Steak Knives, 3.5” Paring Knife, Kitchen Shears, Honing Rod, Toffee Block |
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Chikara blades are precision forged and formed for balance from Japanese steel; that is well known for its stain and rust resistance, strength, and ability to hold an incredibly sharp edge. A great companion for mincing, slicing, and dicing. Knives are easily stored in a stylish bamboo block that will look great in any kitchen.
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Customers like the quality, sharpness, and value of the knife set. For example, they mention it's a phenomenal set of knives, the blades are durable, and the handles are very sturdy. They also say the knives cut well and stay sharp with little sharpening. Customers are also happy with comfort, performance, and weight. That said, some complain about the rust and discoloration. Opinions are mixed on appearance.
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Customers like the quality of the knife set. They say it's a phenomenal set of knives with durable blades. They also appreciate the sturdy handles and the sharpness of the blades, which are extremely sharp. Customers also mention that the product is beautiful, functional, and reliable. They mention that even the plastic handles have not cracked or broken.
"...Even the plastic handles have not cracked or broken...." Read more
"...They are very sharp & offer a precise cut. All the blades are very good...." Read more
"...Anyway, I recommend these if you are looking for an awesome quality knife for a low price...." Read more
"...I would highly recommend these as an affordable, good quality knife. Purchased them because of their rating in Consumer Reports." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the knife set. They mention that the knives are super sharp, stay sharp with a little bit of sharpening after 3-4 days use, and cut well. The knives are finely honed and effortless to cut with little sharpen. They are serrated, which makes it easy to sharpen them with an electric knife. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and performance of the set.
"These Ginsu Chikara knives are very sharp and stay sharp with proper care (briefly, hand wash only, store in block not drawer)...." Read more
"...They are perfectly balanced, sharp as a new razor blade and they look great on our counter! I highly recommend these knives...." Read more
"...The steak knives especially, are straight edge (not serrated), which I believe are better. They are very sharp & offer a precise cut...." Read more
"These knives are very, very sharp. I never had knives this sharp and got a couple of nicks before i corrected how i handle knives...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the knife set. They say that it is a good, decent, and budget-friendly set. Customers also mention that the knives are sharp and of good quality.
"...This is less expensive and more compact, so I leave it out and use it constantly for honing...." Read more
"...these if you are looking for an awesome quality knife for a low price...." Read more
"...I would highly recommend these as an affordable, good quality knife. Purchased them because of their rating in Consumer Reports." Read more
"...The value is super high and I would recommend them to anyone that's just moving out or really starting to get into cooking...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the knife block set. They mention that it has a great feel to it while using, it has more substantial feel than the more common stamped ones, and it has better than average balance and feel. Some say that the knives are heavy and have a nice soft rubber handle.
"...I love the feel of the handle and the look of the knives and bamboo block, so classic...." Read more
"...I have to say this set feels comfortable to hold and cut. But again it is personal taste...." Read more
"...knives seem well balanced and the handles are very sturdy and feel good when working...." Read more
"...Overall balance and feel is better than average...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the performance of the knife set. They say it works well in any application, and the sharpening tool works well. Some customers also mention that the blades are not serrated.
"...because the ceramic removes the absolute minimum of metal and it works very well on the santoku.For a good manual sharpener I use:[..." Read more
"...they not only love how they look on the counter, they're impressed by how well they work!..." Read more
"...had the set for several weeks and I have not been dissappointed with their performance and quality...." Read more
"...feel that Ginsu has done an excellent job of providing a beautiful, functional, product at a very affordable price...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the knife block set. For example, they mention it's attractive, has a nice weight to it, and is easy to use. Some say that the knives are sharp but light to hold. That said, most are satisfied with the quality and weight of these knives.
"...-Ooh, the handles are nice and smooth!-Wow, these knives are heavy!-Wow, these knives are sharp!..." Read more
"...Great warranty*Worth the low low price*The knives are of substantial weight, but the balance could be betterThe Cons:*..." Read more
"...They feel very nice, not cheap. They have a good weight to them.There are only two flaws I can think of to this product:1...." Read more
"...These were attractive, heavy, well balanced, and sharp. My only complaint is the shears, They are not of the same quality as the knives...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the knife block set. Some mention that it looks good, has attractive handles, and is easy to hold. However, others say that the design of the holder makes it look cheap and the knives feel much lower quality.
"...are perfectly balanced, sharp as a new razor blade and they look great on our counter! I highly recommend these knives...." Read more
"...At least the thing looks good, especially with my bamboo floor.I recommend this set." Read more
"...It makes the handles look dull too (oil restores). All the fine knives I own recommended hand washing and drying immediately after use...." Read more
"...-"Fit and finish" appear to be pretty good.-Bamboo block is pretty nice. Would prefer it to be angled though...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the rust on the knife block set. They mention that one of the knives developed a tiny bit of rust around the handle, and the metal became discolored after only one hand wash. Some customers also say that the knives stain.
"...As I said, the steel is a little harder, thus easier to rust and chip than softer steel. Do clean and dry right after use...." Read more
"Do not put in dishwasher, ever!! Will pit and rust instantly. Thank goodness we only lost 1 steak knife.Otherwise set is perfect ans so sharp!" Read more
"...experienced is when you leave the knives with water on them, they do start to rust...." Read more
"...There's never been any rust on the knives. I sharpen them every few day, it hasn't been necessary to sharpen daily...." Read more
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I have owned Henckels, Wusthof and Cutco knives for 40 years of amateur cooking, so I can tell you those other "high end" knives are more expensive, but no better than the Ginsu Chikara knives. (I don't know about the much cheaper serrated Ginsu knives. They might be fine, but I hate sharpening serrated blades and you will eventually have to, or consider them throwaway because they are so cheap). These are very well made, with hard steel blades that keep an edge longer than those more expensive knives. Harder steel is good for sharpness but it makes them easier to spot and chip, so do take special care of them (see below). I love the feel of the handle and the look of the knives and bamboo block, so classic. The santoku blade is my favorite, perfect for all vegetable chopping. Honestly, I mainly use the santoku and the paring knives. The rest are hardly used, but I could do without them! The block is vertical so hard to store under cabinets - you have to pull it out. If you want, you can buy a tilted block, but I like the clean bamboo look myself, and I have a clear area so that's no issue for me, but it's an annoyance if you have to store under cabinet.
Cleaning: If you love these knives for their sharp edges and good looks, they are worth special care. As I said, the steel is a little harder, thus easier to rust and chip than softer steel. Do clean and dry right after use. They WILL rust if not cleaned and dried immediately after use (vinegar removes). My cheaper Wusthofs spotted too when I got lazy and did not clean them right away or washed in the dishwasher. Do not wash them in the dishwasher, because they will rust and spot and whatever time you thought you saved will be wasted in cleaning the spots. There is more danger of chipping the blades in the dishwasher rack with other things. It makes the handles look dull too (oil restores). All the fine knives I own recommended hand washing and drying immediately after use. They will survive the dishwasher, but you won't like the side effects.
Storage: Don't leave them lying on the counter or in a drawer. Keep them safe in the block or a magnetic rack when not in use. This really helps keep the blades from damage and saves a lot of sharpening time. I once broke a Henckels long meat carver at the handle due to careless handling. They are welded right at the handle, and that's where it broke. My fault, too lazy to put it back in the block, but I learned my lesson. I suspect these will snap too, so I am obsessive about storing them in the block.
Sharpening: Before each use, I check for sharpness on my fingernail and hone the blade if necessary. I'm speaking from a lot of years of using fine knives, and I really believe keeping them sharp is the key to enjoying them and using them safely. A dull knife is dangerous. I've sharpened knives with everything from Japanese waterstones to several top line electric sharpeners. They all work, but the electric saves so much time that I just won't bother with using the hand stones any more. But be careful, because some electric sharpeners will rapidly remove too much metal and use up your wonderful knife. Just hone or steel the edge most of the time, and reserve the coarse grinding only for repairing a chipped or hopelessly dulled edge (mainly used knives I buy that are trashed). With this set, I use a Western 20 degree edge on every knife for longer edge life - less chipping. Personally, I'm not much good keeping the angle exact with a steel so I rely on this electric sharpener:
Edgeware 50141 Ceramic Edge Electric Knife Sharpener
I like this because the ceramic removes the absolute minimum of metal and it works very well on the santoku.
For a good manual sharpener I use:
Chef's Choice M4623 Diamond Hone 3-Stage Manual Sharpener for Euro-American/Santoku/Serrated Knives
This is less expensive and more compact, so I leave it out and use it constantly for honing. I like this because the diamond slot will restore really worn out or chipped blades and it has the ceramic for honing.
Here's another good simple manual sharpener which also does scissors:
Wusthof 2-Stage Knife Sharpener
Whew, I got carried away. Since I spend a lot of time using knives, I find my knives are so much easier and safer to use with proper care. Shortcuts waste time in the end.
Bottom line, the Ginsu Chikara line is a best buy. Care for these knives well and you will enjoy using them for many years and many meals.
When shopping for knives I discovered that I really like the Japanese style. I was going to either buy shun or global and piece my set together. Shun is a higher quality knife than these, but for every day use in the kitchen, there is really no difference in functionality between the shun and ginsu chikara (some elitist chefs are going to kill me for saying that). The main difference is that one knife from shun will cost more than this entire set. The Ginsu chikara knives also look very similar to the shun (they probably copied the design) and are much sharper than the wusthof knife my roommate has.
I really like the santuku knife and the steak knives. I find myself cutting my food more because they are so much fun to use. I picture myself as a samurai and try to cut my meat with one stroke (cheesy I know) Anyway, I recommend these if you are looking for an awesome quality knife for a low price. Yes, you could spend 5 times as much and get a slightly better set but the knives will only be one notch better.
Take care of the knives. I read some reviews about rust yet mine haven't rusted at all. I wash them by hand and dry them off after. Also the top loading block could have been improved. I need to put the set at the end of my counter so I have enough room to pull the knives up. At least the thing looks good, especially with my bamboo floor.
I recommend this set.
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Reviewed in Mexico on March 4, 2021
Reviewed in Germany on January 4, 2023
Happy with these. They're nice and sharp even after repeated trips through the dishwasher. I will hazard a guess that these are superior value to what you'd find in a brick and mortar store for the same price. They're not two man Henckels, but neither is the cost.