Farberware 18 Piece Forged Hollow Handle Stainless Steel Knife Block Set with Built-In EdgeKeeper® is the ideal addition to your kitchen utensil needs. It features the built-in EdgeKeeper® sharpener for convenience. With 18 pieces included, there is a variety to cover your cutting needs. It contains hollow handle knives made from high-quality stainless steel for durability and strength. This 18-piece cutlery set stores these forged utensils in a convenient wood block holder keeping the countertops and drawers organized and clutter-free. The knife block set comes with an 8-inch chef knife, 8-inch slicing knife, 8-inch bread knife, 6-inch cleaver, 6-inch chef knife, 6-inch boning knife, 5.5-inch serrated utility knife, 5-inch Santoku knife, 3.5-inch paring knife 3-inch bird-beak paring knife, (6) 4.5-inch steak knives, and a pair of all-purpose kitchen shears. Each blade is expertly crafted from superior quality, high-carbon stainless steel which ensure the blades retain their sharp edge longer than conventional stainless steel and provide precision results. Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately; lifetime limited warranty.

• High carbon stainless steel blade for strength and durability
• 18-piece block expertly forged for premium performance
• Brushed Stainless, ergonomically designed handle for comfort while cutting
• Block Includes Built-in Sharpener for Easy and Convenient Knife Sharpening
• Limited Lifetime Warranty
• Hand wash only

To sharpen, simply place the heel of the knife in sharpener, then draw the knife through the tip of the blade; repeat until desired sharpness is achieved. Use moderate pressure, ensuring the knife evenly draws across the sharpening mechanism. The built-in sharpener is designed at the precise angle needed to achieve an optimal blade sharpness. This sharpener is ideal for non-Japanese, fine-edge blades; not for use with serrated blades like bread knives or steak knives.

Durable, ergonomic cutlery for every kitchen need. The #1-selling cutlery brand in America, Farberware represents high-quality, classic styling, and affordability in cutlery and kitchen products you can trust. Farberware's broad range of cutlery and knife block sets have been thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs of every kitchen. Farberware blades are durable and long-lasting thanks to tough steel, ceramic and resin materials that resist dulling, rusting, and chipping. Each blade is complemented with an ergonomically designed handle that takes the knife's overall weight and shape into account--making kitchen tasks safer and more comfortable. Every Farberware knife set includes multiple blade shapes and lengths for flexible functionality that makes it easy for you to slice, chop, and cut your way to a delicious meal.

Farberware's broad selection of cutlery sets make it easy to outfit or upgrade any kitchen. Complete cutlery sets include a wide range of blade shapes and gadgets to tackle a variety of tasks, while the smaller 3- and 6-piece sets make quick work of specialized food prep chores. Farberware cutlery is designed with high-quality materials and special features to ensure a long life, a sharp, durable edge, and flexible functionality. Stainless steel knives are crafted from a tough, rust-resistant alloy. Ultra-durable, high-carbon steel sets are also available. Farberware resin blades feature a specialized coating that keeps food from sticking to the knife. Ceramic blades are made from zirconium, a material that is 10 times harder than steel and can hold an incredibly sharp razor edge.

Each Farberware knife set includes an assortment of blade shapes and sizes to provide you with the right tool for the job. Boning knives and cleavers make it easy to break down large cuts of meat, while bread knives glide through crusty loaves for perfect slices. Santoku and paring knives chop, slice and dice vegetables with ease. Some Farberware sets even include sharpeners, cutting boards, kitchen shears, and more.

Use and Care

• Stainless steel, high-carbon steel, and resin products are not dishwasher safe. Hand wash using a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.
• Ceramic products are dishwasher safe for fast and easy cleanup. Top rack only.
• Knife blocks should be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth.