New Customers: 6-Pc HENCKELS Forged Premio Knife Set (No Block)

odysseus1001

Jul 11, 2026 10:24 PM

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Quote from SlappyLuggNutz

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On the Henckel page it claims these are forged stainless knives if so this is one heck of a deal.

It is forged. That's what the pictures show, and that's the idea behind the "Premio" line. These aren't heirloom level knives, but they are a very solid choice at a very reasonable price.

JMBFlorida

Jul 12, 2026 2:24 PM

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JMBFloridaJul 12, 2026 2:24 PM

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Note the single dude, instead of the throuplet - lonely guy because he has poor quality blades. Cheap steel doesn't hold the edge as long, but this is a great deal for a first-time "live on your own" apartment or a budget.

I still have the Classic German Henckels I bought 30 years ago. Maintains the paper-shred edge with maintenance.

Last edited by JMBFlorida July 12, 2026 at 07:27 AM.

ashm

Jul 12, 2026 6:14 PM

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Quote from JMBFlorida

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Note the single dude, instead of the throuplet - lonely guy because he has poor quality blades.

It's the brilliant, insightful, deeply researched commentary like this that always keeps me coming back to Slickdeals.

JMBFlorida

Jul 12, 2026 11:01 PM

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JMBFloridaJul 12, 2026 11:01 PM

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Quote from ashm

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It's the brilliant, insightful, deeply researched commentary like this that always keeps me coming back to Slickdeals.

Thanks. It comes from experience, not Ai.

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illwill678

Jul 13, 2026 12:42 AM

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illwill678Jul 13, 2026 12:42 AM

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I own a full set of the Henckels Pro-s for over ten years and I recommend them highly . I bought this set to use at church so I'll see how they perform! I have high hopes !

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BorisZX6R

Jul 13, 2026 12:29 PM

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BorisZX6RJul 13, 2026 12:29 PM

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in for 1 - thx!
oh also you get a free sharpener...

Two Stage Knife Sharpener
Item Number: 11299-411
Quantity: 1

Item Price
$24.99
Discount
$24.99

imjasonc

Jul 14, 2026 8:14 PM

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imjasoncJul 14, 2026 8:14 PM

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Great price for decent knifes

winstoon

Jul 14, 2026 9:49 PM

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Quote from l8mail

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Zwilling J.A. Henckels is headquartered in Solingen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
The company manufactures its products in several locations depending on the brand line:

Zwilling Premium Knives: Primarily manufactured in Solingen, Germany.
Henckels International: Manufactured in China, Spain, and Japan.
Miyabi Knives: Manufactured in Japan.

While the corporate parent and original factory are in Germany, the affordable Henckels International line (often identified by a single-man logo) is explicitly not made in Germany.
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What is the difference between Zwilling and Henckels knives?
The primary difference between Zwilling and Henckels (officially Henckels International) is their market positioning: Zwilling is the premium, professional-grade line, while Henckels is the budget-friendly, entry-level line. Both are owned by the same parent company, Zwilling J.A. Henckels.
1. Logo Identification

The fastest way to distinguish them is by the logo etched on the blade:

Zwilling (Premium): Features the "Twin" logo (two stick figures side-by-side). Zwilling means "twin" in German.
Henckels International (Budget): Features the "Single Man" logo (one stick figure holding a halberd).

2. Manufacturing & Origin

Zwilling: Primarily manufactured in Solingen, Germany (the "City of Blades") or Japan. These lines adhere to strict German manufacturing standards.
Henckels International: Manufactured in China, Spain, Thailand, and India. They are explicitly not made in Germany.

3. Construction & Steel Quality

Zwilling:
- Construction: Mostly forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel (e.g., X50CrMoV15). This creates a full tang and often a bolster for better balance and durability.
- Hardness: Typically 57–58 HRC (Rockwell Hardness Scale).
- Treatment: Uses the proprietary Friodur® ice-hardening process for superior edge retention and corrosion resistance.
- Edge Angle: Sharpened to 15 degrees per side for precision.
Henckels International:
- Construction: Mostly stamped from sheets of steel. Blades are thinner, lighter, and often lack a bolster. Some entry-level forged lines exist but use lower-grade steel.
- Hardness: Typically 52–55 HRC, making them softer and easier to sharpen but requiring it more frequently.
- Edge Angle: Sharpened to 15–20 degrees per side.

4. Price & Warranty

Zwilling: Higher price point ($100–$200+ per chef's knife). Comes with a lifetime warranty and often includes free lifetime sharpening services. Designed to last decades.
Henckels International: Affordable price point ($20–$60 per chef's knife; sets often under $200). Warranty terms vary by retailer and are generally more limited. Designed for casual home use and may need replacement sooner under heavy use.

This henckels premio is forged, not stamped just to add to this. German steel means high carbon stainless steel but manufacturing standards are probably not as strict as that of germany. But I won't be able to tell the difference anyway Smilie

jack87

Jul 15, 2026 6:31 AM

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jack87Jul 15, 2026 6:31 AM

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Quote from SlappyLuggNutz

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On the Henckel page it claims these are forged stainless knives if so this is one heck of a deal.

Stainless knives are not actually good. Carbon knives are.

jack87

Jul 15, 2026 6:34 AM

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jack87Jul 15, 2026 6:34 AM

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Quote from BorisZX6R

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in for 1 - thx!
oh also you get a free sharpener...

Two Stage Knife Sharpener
Item Number: 11299-411
Quantity: 1

Item Price
$24.99
Discount
$24.99

That "sharpener" will destroy the edge of any actual nice knife.

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augielicious

Jul 16, 2026 2:22 AM

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Quote from thepiecesfit

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Would this fit in a generic knife block, such as this?

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/hyvl...o-30293898

Yes, perfect fit, actually. I have that exact block and just tried the knives that arrived today.

cgarcia1196

Jul 16, 2026 5:42 PM

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cgarcia1196Jul 16, 2026 5:42 PM

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Got it for total of $44.77 after tax and shipping

OliveSnake834

Jul 17, 2026 7:47 PM

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OliveSnake834Jul 17, 2026 7:47 PM

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Anyone know where I can get cheap covers for these?

FeistyHerring3631

Jul 21, 2026 11:22 AM

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FeistyHerring3631Jul 21, 2026 11:22 AM

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Don't listen to the haters, I'm a knife nerd/Chef (41 years now with the same german 12")....This is an outstanding set for that price....yeah it's made in China, yeah it's stamped.....who cares.....I like the set i purchased (for a gift), so much I ordered a second set.

ShinraRasengan

Jul 22, 2026 2:08 AM

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Quote from FeistyHerring3631

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Don't listen to the haters, I'm a knife nerd/Chef (41 years now with the same german 12")....This is an outstanding set for that price....yeah it's made in China, yeah it's stamped.....who cares.....I like the set i purchased (for a gift), so much I ordered a second set.

Ya u gotta love the kb warriors for, cutlery, its pathetic... Guys who barely know how to cook an omelet need $1000 knives. Welcome to earth.

I've the same same Cutco utility serrated knife (from a starter set) for over 20 years, sent back once bec tip broke and they fixed it, had zero issues, perfect balance and rock solid. Have a Ginsu thats sharper but food sticks to it so its useless.

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