Zwilling Pro Knife Block, Set of 10

Summary

Our Zwilling Pro collection offers ultimate comfort, security and precision in the hand. A special arched bolster designed by architect Matteo Thun promotes a perfect thumb grip, and contoured ergonomic handles enhance your comfort. This set is configured with a variety of blade options for cutting, chopping and slicing, so you're equipped to prepare any menu. Six extra slots in the block offer storage for steak knives that can be added to the collection.

• Each knife is precision forged using Zwilling’s Sigmaforge process, resulting in an exceptionally hard yet flexible blade.
• Zwilling’s Friodur ice-hardening technique results in a harder, sharper blade that is corrosion resistant and highly elastic.
• Precise lasers are used to ensure each blade’s edge is an optimal 15-degree angle for maximum sharpness.
• Arched bolster designed by architect Matteo Thun perfectly supports the thumb for ultimate comfort, safety and precise handling.
• Bolster also allows the full length of the edge to be sharpened, from tip to end.
• Sleek ABS resin handle is triple riveted to a full tang and contoured for a secure, comfortable grip.
• Knife blades are individually hand sharpened and polished.
• Block available in black or white rubberwood, bamboo or walnut.
• Made in Germany by Zwilling J.A. Henckels since 1731.

10-Piece Set includes:

• 3" paring knife
• 4" paring knife
• 5" serrated utility knife
• 5 1/2" prep knife
• 5 1/2" santoku
• 8" bread knife
• 8" chef’s knife
• Kitchen shears
• 9" honing steel
• 15-slot storage block

Please note: Storage block is counted as an individual piece.

Dimensions & More Info

• 3" paring knife: 3"-long blade, 4"-long handle; 4.8 oz.
• 4" paring knife: 4"-long blade, 4 1/2"-long handle; 8 oz.
• 5" serrated utility knife: 5"-long blade, 4 1/4"-long; 8 oz.
• 5 1/2" prep knife: 5 1/2"-long blade, 4 1/4"-long handle; 11.2 oz.
• 5 1/2" santoku: 5 1/2"-long blade, 4 1/4"-long handle; 11.2 oz.
• 8" bread knife: 8"-long blade, 5"-long handle; 12.8 oz.
• 8" chef’s knife: 8"-long blade, 5"-long handle; 12.8 oz.
• Kitchen shears: 3"-long blade, 4"-long handle; 4.8 oz.
• 9" honing steel: 9"-long steel, 5"-long handle; 6.4 oz.
• 15-slot storage block: 10" x 4 1/2" x 8 3/4" high; 4 lbs. 8 oz.

Use & Care

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
• Maintain the knife's cutting edge by regularly using a honing steel.
• Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing, your knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice a year.
• Sharpen straight-edge knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Sharpen serrated knife at home using a sharpener specifically designed for a serrated blade, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.