Farberware 15-Piece Kitchen Knife Set
- 15 pieces with a black pinewood block
- 8 inch chef knife, **6 inch bread knife**, **4.5 inch Santoku**
- Six 4.5 inch steak knives plus shears and sharpening steel
- High-carbon stainless steel blades
- 6 lb, 9.05 x 6.49 x 14.56 inches
- Hand wash and dry to maintain the blades
Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fifteen piece starter block that covers chef, bread, slicing, utility, paring and steak work, with shears and a sharpening steel. The listing conflicts on forged versus stamped construction.
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ASIN: B007RWD11YModel: 5152497Category: Knife Block Sets
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Overview
Not a loose pile of blades, this is a full block that holds the main knives of a kitchen, six steak knives, shears and a sharpening steel. The handles are satin-finish and ergonomic, and the block is black pinewood.
Completeness is the reason to buy, since a new kitchen gets every common knife and a steel in one purchase. The set asks for hand washing, and the construction details in the listing do not agree.
Who it's for
People equipping a new kitchen and families who want matching steak knives and a block on the counter. Cooks who care about steel type, forged heft or dishwasher convenience should look at a smaller, more specialized set.
Pros and cons
- Fifteen pieces cover most tasks
- Six steak knives included
- Sharpening steel and shears included
- Black pinewood block
- Hand wash required
- Forged versus stamped unclear
- Block takes counter space
Performance notes
High-carbon steel can hold a sharper edge through repeated chopping and slicing. Using the included sharpening steel realigns the edge between uses. Washing by hand and drying right away protects the blades.
Specifications
| Brand | Farberware |
|---|---|
| Model | 5152497 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 9.05 x 6.49 x 14.56 inches |
| Weight | 6 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High-carbon stainless steel |
| Handle Material | Plastic, stainless steel |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 8 in. chef, 6 in. bread, 6 in. slicer, 5 in. serrated utility, 4.5 in. Santoku, 3 in. paring, shears, sharpening steel, six 4.5 in. steak knives, block |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 15 |
| Blade Edge | Serrated and plain |
| Care | Hand wash and dry |
Closest rivals on specs
Mercer Culinary M20000 Genesis 6-Piece Forged Knife Block Set- Item Weight 6 vs 8.1 pounds (-26%)
Calphalon Classic Self-Sharpening Cutlery Knife Block Set with SharpIN Technology- Item Length 9.1 vs 6 inches (+52%)
- Item Weight 6 vs 4.7 pounds (+28%)
Cuisinart 15-Piece Knife Set with Block- Item Length 9.1 vs 5.4 inches (+69%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the Farberware 15-piece knife block set?
An 8 inch chef knife, 6 inch bread knife, 6 inch slicer, 5 inch serrated utility knife, 4.5 inch Santoku, 3 inch paring knife, shears, a sharpening steel, six 4.5 inch steak knives and a black pinewood block.
Can the Farberware knife set go in the dishwasher?
The description says to hand wash and dry the knives.
Are the Farberware knives forged or stamped?
The listing is inconsistent: the construction field says forged, while the description says each blade is stamped.