Hot! Henckels Five-Star 9-Pc Knife Set w/Block, was $579, now $179!

[puterman]

Selling out quick...

Henckels Five Star 9-Piece High Carbon Stainless-Steel Knife Set with Block

List Price: $548.00
Price: $199.00
You Save: $349.00 (64%)
- $20 GC for $99 purchase on cutlery (scroll down for Special Offer)

Made in Germany
Includes six knives, shears, sharpening steel, and block
Forged high-carbon stainless-steel blades, full tang and bolster
Ergonomically designed polypropylene handle
Dishwasher-safe; full, lifetime guarantee

Sells for $350 most everywhere else, be SURE to click on Amazon's price (it might be hidden under "Buy New and USed" link) so that you don't pay $350 under the other stores.

 

[kof]

That is an EXCELLENT price - I went with the 4 star, 7 piece, just before Christmas for a net price of $160. Just got the $20GC yesterday.
Now the same set is at $220.

 

[HotWingz]

I'm honestly asking here: how can knives be worth $180, much less $579?

 

[MrChad]

Originally posted by: HotWingz
I'm honestly asking here: how can knives be worth $180, much less $579?

High-quality knives like Henckels can last a lifetime when properly cared for. If you spend any amount of time in the kitchen, the difference between a high-quality, sharp knife and a cheaper alternative is huge.

 

[cmbehan]

Don't take this the wrong way, but f you have to ask why you'd spend this much money on a set of knives, you'll probably never understand.

 

[kof]

Originally posted by: HotWingz
I'm honestly asking here: how can knives be worth $180, much less $579?

The thread before Christmas pointed out many salient points. Although you can probably "get by" with a much cheaper set, these more than WORTH $180 IMHO. I've a collection of the 4 stars that are 20 years old. They hold an edge for a LONG time, sharpen easily, have good balance, never discolor, etc.

At $580 they are a good business write off for a Chef.

 

[HotWingz]

Ok, ok, I get it. The answer is "I'll never get it"

Best wishes to you who can appreciate these knives - I'm just too cheap I guess...

 

[SuperShaz]

I looked around at other stores and this is indeed $350 at most other places. I went ahead and bought it. I might just put it in my closet for a while though because I'm not that interested in letting my roommate use my $200 knife set right now. He can keep using my farberware knives for now.

 

[smw]

Originally posted by: HotWingz
I'm honestly asking here: how can knives be worth $180, much less $579?

Steve's Maxim: For any given interest or activity, a non-enthusiast will never understand the amount of money or time an enthusiast spends on that interest.

I have a set of 4 star I got about 11 years ago (paid over $200 for a 7 piece set, and that was a good deal then), and I love them. This is definitely a great price, and if I could justify the purchase of another set of knives I'd be all over this.

Steve

 

[TDon]

Shipping estimate is now sometime in March. That's fine with me, since I jumped on this too.

Thanks for the post puterman

TD

 

[bradolson]

Link Without Referral

 

[ChiefBrody]

Originally posted by: HotWingz
I'm honestly asking here: how can knives be worth $180, much less $579?

I agree. I'm not trying to crap on the thread. But $579 for 9 knives! Even at $179. We're talking about knives here. Whose only function is to cut food. A blade, handle and a wood holder. Despite the arguments supporting the high cost, I personally will never understand the justification of buying those.

We've had the same, cheap Walmart knives for about 5 years. I've sharpend them twice. They still cut food.

 

[JHawk]

I read somewhere they used these at the Bates Motel.

 

[huesmann]

Motel.

 

[KoolAidKid]

I used to think that any old knife would be fine for chopping food. Then I got a 9-inch all-stainless Global knife for Christmas. I have now seen the light.

 

[RDaneel]

BUY THESE KNIVES!!!

I have a similar set of Henckels 5 Star knives, and they are fantastic. You can't really say "no knife is worth that much" unless you have tried them. Of couse, if cooking for you consists of Kraft Mac and Cheese, this would be a silly purchase, but if you consider yourself a serious cook - you owe it to yourself to buy these knives.

Maybe I'm a cooking snob, but I actually bring the 6" utility with me when I am going to cook at my GF's house, because I can't stand her $30 set of Chicago Cutlery junk knives. There's something about cutting through chicken like it was margarine (softer than butter!)...

RDaneel

 

[ragazzo]

Originally posted by: ChiefBrody

Originally posted by: HotWingz
I'm honestly asking here: how can knives be worth $180, much less $579?

I agree. I'm not trying to crap on the thread. But $579 for 9 knives! Even at $179. We're talking about knives here. Whose only function is to cut food. A blade, handle and a wood holder. Despite the arguments supporting the high cost, I personally will never understand the justification of buying those.

We've had the same, cheap Walmart knives for about 5 years. I've sharpend them twice. They still cut food.

i don't have a high quality knife myself, but let me put it in a way computer geeks will understand: sure, you can get by with a radeon 8500 for $110, but a serious gamer would rather go for a radeon 9800 pro for $235

 

[MaxDepth]

I dunno, I keep hearing about Cutco knives being vastly superior....


(tongue planted firmly in cheek.)

 

[MaxDepth]

Also on the Amazon site:

Offers from Amazon.com
Special Offer: Receive a promotional certificate for $20 off a future Amazon.com purchase when you spend $99 on cutlery offered by Amazon.com. Here's how.

My question: Is this $20 good for any purchase? Can I buy $25 worth or stuff and apply the whole coupon to the order?

 

[aircasper]

nice knives, but just a bit of caution--the five-star line has a funny shaped handle which some people like, but other people find uncomfortable (which is why it rated much lower than the other henckels and wusthof knives by consumer reports). i bought a 7 piece set, but then returned it because i noticed the knife blades would stain fairly easily (just water stains i suppose). i think consumer reports also listed these knives as being more prone to corrosion for some reason.

 

[ballyn]

I've never seen a Henckels knife corrode for any reason. Of course, never put good knives like these in the dishwasher and dry them when you're done. The handles on the 5-star are "contoured" to fit the hand better--I prefer the straight 4-star myself but most female cooks I know prefer the smaller, easier to hold 5-star. These knives are definitely worth the money if you spend any serious amount of time with a cutting board. The steel is a bit softer than Wusthof's, which makes them dull quicker, but also makes them easier to sharpen. I have a 6" and 8" 4-star Henckels and I might just have to buy this block.

 

[aircasper]

in case anyone cares, here's consumer reports rankings plus comments (highest to lowest).

KNIVES THAT NEED HONING

Wüsthof Trident Grand Prix
$300
Forged. 8-piece set. Better for wet grip than most. Heavier than most.

Henckels Twin Select
500
Forged. 7-piece set. Stainless-steel handles. Heavier than most.

Wüsthof Trident Classic
300
Forged. 8-piece set.

Henckels Professional "S"
230
Forged. 7-piece set.

Wüsthof Culinar 8169
450
Forged. 6-piece set (not included: utility, $65). Stainless-steel handles. Heavier than most.

Henckels Four Star
200
Forged. 7-piece set (not included: slicer, $82).

Tramontina Professional L-400
70
Forged. 3-piece set (not included: slicer, $35). Heavier than most.

LamsonSharp Forged
200
Forged. 6-piece set. Wood handles; more prone to damage but offer better wet grip than most. Blade more likely to corrode than most. Maker will sharpen for free (you pay shipping).

Chef's Choice Trizor Professional 10X
200
Forged. 3-piece set (not included: slicer, $125). Better for wet grip than most. Heavier than most.


Oxo Good Grips MV55-PRO
$130
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Farberware Pro Forged
A CR Best Buy
90
Forged. 9-piece set. Handles are bulky. Utility knife too small and flexible.

Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan
A CR Best Buy
60
Stamped. 8-piece set. Handles are bulky. Lighter than most.

Tupperware Chef Series
440
Forged. 8-piece set (not included: slicer, $65). Heavier than most. Utility knife too small and flexible. Sold mainly through in-home parties.

Henckels Five Star
230
Forged. 7-piece set. Handles are bulky. Blade more likely to corrode than most.

Chicago Cutlery Insignia
100
Forged. 10-piece set. Heavier than most.

Henckels Twin Gourmet
100
Stamped. 7-piece set. Gap between handle and blade. Blade more likely to corrode than most.

Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition
60
Stamped. 6-piece set. Wood handles are bulky and more prone to damage but offer better wet grip than most. Gap between handle and blade. Lighter than most.

KitchenAid Epicurean
200
Forged. 5-piece set (not included: slicer, $90; utility, $60). Heavier than most. Utility knife too small and flexible.

Farberware Pro Stainless
70
Forged. 8-piece set. Stainless-steel handles. Utility knife is serrated.

Pampered Chef 1041
45
Stamped. 2-piece carving set (not included: chef's knife, $26; utility, $19; paring, $15). Lighter than most. No sharpening steel; some knives come in a storage/sharpening case. Sold through sales representatives only.

 

[SuperShaz]

Originally posted by: ChiefBrody

Originally posted by: HotWingz
I'm honestly asking here: how can knives be worth $180, much less $579?

I agree. I'm not trying to crap on the thread. But $579 for 9 knives! Even at $179. We're talking about knives here. Whose only function is to cut food. A blade, handle and a wood holder. Despite the arguments supporting the high cost, I personally will never understand the justification of buying those.

We've had the same, cheap Walmart knives for about 5 years. I've sharpend them twice. They still cut food.

Apparently the ABILITY (yes or no) to cut food is the only thing that matters, right? Why not just use butter knives to chop your onions? I'm sure it is possible. You could save a lot of money the next time you need knives, just use a butter knife and you are good to go. That is why I have never bought any steak knives. Everybody keeps telling me that a steak knife is really handy, but why would I use a steak knife when a fork and butter knife to cut my steaks.

 

[wjones]

I remember someone posted a company in Europe that sell these knives for good price. Can anyone remember the website?

 

[huesmann]

Shows up at $349.99 for me...