Calphalon Classic Self-Sharpening Cutlery Knife Block Set with SharpIN Technology
- 15 pieces: 5 kitchen knives, 8 steak knives, shears and block
- SharpIN ceramic sharpeners built into the block
- 8 inch chef, 7 inch santoku, 6 inch utility, 4.5 inch parer
- Full tang, triple-riveted handles
- Lifetime warranty
- 4.7 pounds, rubberwood block
Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fifteen-piece block set with built-in ceramic sharpeners that touch up the straight-edge knives each time they come out of the block. Steak and serrated knives do not benefit from that sharpening.
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ASIN: B013PKJSPYModel: 1932932Category: Knife Block Sets
Overview
Not a block that needs a separate honing steel, this set has ceramic sharpeners built into a blonde rubberwood block. The knives are high-carbon, no-stain steel with full-tang handles.
The convenience is automatic sharpening of every plain-edge blade whenever one is removed from the block. The set covers chef, santoku, utility, serrated utility and paring tasks, plus steak knives. Handle material is listed as ceramic in the spec table, which conflicts with the riveted description.
Who it's for
Households that want a matched set with minimal upkeep and a place to keep everything. Enthusiasts who sharpen with stones, or want a compact set, will find the block and the number of steak knives more than they need.
Pros and cons
- Full set including steak knives
- Full tang handles
- Labeled handles for identification
- Only straight edges self-sharpen
- Large block footprint
- Handle material description inconsistent
Performance notes
Ceramic sharpeners inside the block touch up each straight-edge blade as it slides out, so the edge is refreshed on every use. Serrated blades are not covered. A full tang runs through the handle for balance and strength.
Where it stands among knife block sets
- #3 most-searched brand and model of the 9 knife block sets lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 knife block sets we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Calphalon |
|---|---|
| Model | 1932932 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Pieces in set | 15 |
| Dimensions | 6 x 12 x 5 inches |
| Weight | 4.7 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel (high-carbon, no-stain) |
| Construction Type | Forged and Stamped |
| Color | Medium Brown |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 8-inch chef's knife, 7-inch santoku, 6-inch utility, 6-inch serrated utility, 4.5-inch parer, 8 steak knives, kitchen shears, blonde rubberwood knife block |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | Full lifetime warranty |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Serrated (steak knives); straight edges self-sharpen |
Closest rivals on specs
Farberware 22-Piece Kitchen Knife Block Set- Item Length 6 vs 7.7 inches (-22%)
Cuisinart 15-Piece Knife Set with Block- Item Length 6 vs 5.4 inches (+11%)
- Item Weight 4.7 vs 6.2 pounds (-24%)
Farberware 15-Piece Kitchen Knife Set- Item Length 6 vs 9.1 inches (-34%)
- Item Weight 4.7 vs 6 pounds (-22%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the Calphalon Classic 15-piece knife block set?
An 8 inch chef's knife, 7 inch santoku, 6 inch utility, 6 inch serrated utility, 4.5 inch parer, 8 steak knives, kitchen shears and a rubberwood block.
Do all the Calphalon knives sharpen themselves?
No. The description says the block sharpens straight-edge knives each time they are removed.
Does the Calphalon Classic set have a warranty?
Yes. The description gives a full lifetime warranty.