Henckels Professional S Knife Set

Pros: Always sharp, durable, top quality stainless steel
Cons: The price is pretty steep if you are just starting out.

I have been married an awful lot of years...39 now to be exact!

As a wedding gift my hubby and I got a set of "no Name" knives. I think they lasted maybe 2 years...until the handles started getting wobbly.

So...in just...

Pros: Great balance in my hand.
Cons: Not Dishwasher Safe.

(Just a jack knife)
Knives are another important item in the kitchen that is often put at the bottom of the priority list for purchases. Most young people starting off on their own are grateful to have whatever Mom and Dad let them take out...

Pros: Lifetime warranty, Hand-forged metal, full tang, great handles! An amazing knife set
Cons: The price

I work at Bed Bath and Beyond, and have been selling people these knives for over 2 years now... and recently purchased some of my own. I knew they were good knives from day one, when not only would I constantly hear good customer feedback about the ...

Pros: durable, sharp, and easy to use
Cons: can't think of any

When I moved in with my daughter about four years ago I left behind a lot of kitchen items. My grandson purchased my house, and I told my granddaughter-in-law to use whatever she wanted, and to have a yard sale for the rest.

This left...

Pros: Sharp, Durable, Classy!
Cons: Expensive, but worth it!

I purchased the Henckels Pro-S 6-Piece block set in December 2000. After much waivering, I finally treated myself to this great tool for anyone who likes to cook. The price was a bit high for a law student, but I went for it anyway. While I have been...

Pros: Incredibly sharp, balanced and smooth
Cons: Incredibly expensive

After 12 years, I decided that torturing my vegetables and ripping through nice cuts of meats with dull ginsu-like knives was getting ridiculous. I started to seriously look into a nice set of knives for my kitchen use.

Granted, I worked full...

Pros: Quality, Durability, Construction, Reliability
Cons: Price

We have had our Henckels Professional 'S' knives for almost three years, and have been extremely pleased with our investment. Compared to the 'never needs sharpening' type of knife (which translates into, you can't sharpen them when they eventually do...

Pros: dependable, durable, long lasting, stays sharp
Cons: maybe a bit pricy but worth it..

I graduated from a Cullinary Arts College here in Hawaii.
While in my classes I had discovered there were over a hundred type of knives and brand names out there.. Now I use many of them but the major Knives such as my 8in chefs Knife, paring...

Pros: Extraordinarily sharp, well-balanced and easy to hold
Cons: Must be hand-washed, expensive

We've had our set of Pro-S knives for nearly 5 years now. I can honestly say we would buy them again in an instant. Once you've used high quality knives like these, it's hard to go back.

Since we were newly-married and not long out of...

Pros: Superbly well made, Forged Steel,Comfortable to handle for most people.
Cons: The price is very high, but not out of the ordinary for good quality knives

I've been using Henckels now for many years, both in the professional kitchen as well as in my home. I believe them to be some of the finest knives I've ever used. Their durability is unsurpassed and they are extremely effective for getting the job...

Pros: Sharp, well balanced, and durable
Cons: Watch your fingertips!

I'm only eighteen years old but I already have a passion for cooking. I understand that quality knives are a must for any kitchen. I have grown up using Henckels and could never go back to using Ginsu's or other cheapies. Here are some reasons why you...

Pros: Sharp, come in different sizes, comes withholder, slice anything!
Cons: be very careful, they can cut you

I love these knives. They can cut through anything. I use these knives whenever I need to cut anything and when the chef inside of me wants to cook. I can cut through dense meats, huge loafs of bread, and vegetables to prepare one of the best meals...

Pros: Top quality - keep sharp with minimum care
Cons: Initial outlay is expensive

After years and years of complaining, swearing, bleeding and nicks because of knives that didn't keep their edge, salvation at last! My wife and I decided to treat ourselves with a gift of really top quality knives, and knowing that good knives can cost...

Pros: great quality, nice steel
Cons: expensive, multi-slotted block

My sister once worked in a Henckels store. She was going to buy me a set of knives, but I talked her out of it because they were too expensive. Our father was a butcher, so we both know the importance and convenience of a good knife and steel.
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Pros: Well balanced, will last a life time
Cons: Expensive, must be hand washed

I've used various levels of cutlery over the years and the Pro S Series is definitely the best I've had. My hands are not huge but all the other
knives I have used did not fit well and did not afford good leverage.
A shape knife does you no...