[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was looking all over for a nice set of kitchen knives and found these at a local department store. They are of beautiful quality and extremely sharp. Although the block is larger than I expected, I understand it is necessary to contain the individual sharpening stones in lieu of a separate sharpener. I expect years of service out of this set.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this set as a present, and I love it. I didn’t realize how dull our previous knives were until I started using this. I love that it has the self-sharpening block. Cooking is a little quicker with quality knives.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like there’s knives. They came packaged nicely. We’ve only had them for a month. But they are nice and sharp. Love that they have the self sharpening base. The base is beautiful. I also think the black handles are really sharp looking.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got these as a wedding gift. These were an upgrade to my previous Ikea Knifes. I knew my knifes were low quality, but these just blow them out of the water. These make prep easy and fun. My steak knifes are perfect, makes it so much easier and I am no longer destroying my steaks with low quality knifes that rip them apart. I am happy I have not had the knifes long enough to test the sharpening yet to see if it works or is just a gimmick, but I expect good things with these knifes.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Looks like a nice set, other product dirty I guess from the country made, blades little flimsy on some, they definitely need sharpened, figured they would be like razors from manufacture, but no. Over all for a 20 piece set it was a good price. Sure they will work for my needs.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This has been by far the best knife purchase I made. The elegance of the look will go with any kitchen setting. The craftsman of the knife is sturdy and sharp. Definitely a great present to those of us that love to cook

I recently purchased the HENCKELS DEFINITION 20-pc, Self Sharpening Knife Block Set and overall, I have mixed feelings about it. Let's start with the positives - these knives are undeniably sharp. From slicing through vegetables to cutting through meat, they effortlessly glide through with precision. The self-sharpening feature is a great addition, as it helps to maintain the sharpness of the blades over time. However, there are a few concerns that I have with this set. Firstly, the sharpening pieces included in the block are effective, but they do leave behind metal shavings. This raises the question of where these shavings go and whether they end up on the food I'm preparing. To err on the side of caution, I find myself rinsing off the knife each time I use it, which can be a bit inconvenient. Another disappointment was the discovery of rust spots on four of the knives. Considering that this is a brand new product, it was disheartening to see such flaws. Thankfully, I was able to remove the rust spots using bar keepers friend, but it does raise concerns about the long-term durability of these knives. To prevent future rust, I have decided to avoid using them in the dishwasher, which is a bit of a hassle. Lastly, the size of the knife block itself is quite large compared to my previous Chicago Cutlery set. While it does provide ample storage space for all the knives, it takes up a significant amount of counter space in my kitchen. If you have limited space, this might be something to consider. In conclusion, the HENCKELS DEFINITION 20-pc, Self Sharpening Knife Block Set has its pros and cons. The sharpness of the knives and the self-sharpening feature are definite highlights, but the concerns about metal shavings and rust spots are disappointing. Additionally, the oversized knife block may not be suitable for those with limited counter space. Overall, I would recommend this set with caution, keeping in mind the potential issues that may arise.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love everything about this knife set. There are enough dedicated knives that I'm not using the utility knife for everything. The set is very nice and sturdy. It is a good quality and has just the right balance. I will be using it for many years to come.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The 20 piece self sharpening set takes the guess work out of where’s the knife? Because with 20 pieces there is always something comparable available. Great feel, great look and the self sharpening sheath keeps them in great condition at all time. The block is a bit larger and takes up a little more counter space than I expected but then again - it’s holding 20 knives. Would definitely purchase it again.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Knives are sharp and continue to remain sharp. Handles on knives are nice and fit perfectly. The block is large, but I expected that with 20 pieces! Knives for everyone on steak night and food prepping!