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Pro Chef Knife Set 5-Piece
THE FIVE KNIVES MOST KITCHENS ACTUALLY NEED
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High-carbon German steel
Full tang with ergonomic handles
Ultra Sharp
The 5-piece kit is what the 3-piece becomes when you add the two specialty knives most kitchens eventually need. The 3-piece (chef + Santoku + utility) covers general prep, which is what most cooks do most of the time. But two specific moments expose its limits. First: holiday roasts. A 9-inch carving knife is the right tool for slicing turkey, ham, prime rib, and Sunday roasts — the chef knife is too short for clean cross-grain cuts on a full turkey breast. Second: in-hand fruit and vegetable work. A 3.5-inch paring knife is the right tool for peeling apples, coring tomatoes, deveining shrimp, and any detail work where the knife is in the hand instead of on the cutting board — the utility is too long and not maneuverable enough. Add those two, and the kit covers everything most home cooks actually do. The five-knife system covers daily prep (chef + Santoku + utility), occasional holiday work (carving), and in-hand detail work (paring). No bread knife (not weekly enough), no boning knife (specialty work most home cooks don't do), no specialty blades. All five are forged from high-carbon German steel, hand-sharpened to a 14–16° edge per side, set into matched Pakkawood handles with full-tang construction. Pairs naturally with the 10″ Sharpening Rod for maintenance, or upgrades to the Ultimate Chef Knife Set 7-Piece if you also bake bread and want a Bread Knife and Boning Knife included. Lifetime warranty on each blade.
All Cutluxe knives are forged from high-carbon German steel — rust-resistant, impact-tough, and precision-tapered to a razor-sharp 14–16° edge. Handles are crafted from ergonomic Pakkawood for a secure, comfortable grip in any condition. Every knife features full tang construction for maximum balance and control. To keep your knife performing at its best: Hand-wash only — dishwashers damage the edge and handle over time Dry immediately after washing to prevent moisture build-up Hone regularly with a honing rod to keep the edge aligned between sharpenings Store on a magnetic strip, in a knife roll, or in a block — never loose in a drawer Use a wooden or plastic cutting board; glass and ceramic surfaces dull the blade
Not the right fit? No problem. If your Cutluxe knife doesn't meet your expectations for any reason, contact us within 30 days of purchase for a full refund or free exchange — no questions asked. We stand behind every blade we make. If the quality isn't what you expected, we'll make it right. Simply reach out to our team at support@cutluxe.com and we'll handle the rest.
Every Cutluxe knife is backed by a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. If your blade or handle ever fails due to a manufacturing issue, we'll replace it — for the life of the product. What's covered: Defects in blade construction, handle materials, and assembly. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and is non-transferable. What's not covered: Normal wear and tear, damage from misuse, improper care, or dishwasher use. To make a warranty claim, contact us at support@cutluxe.com with your proof of purchase and a description of the issue.
Shipping Standard delivery (free): All US orders ship free. Arrives in 3–5 business days after dispatch; allow up to 7 days during peak periods. Expedited delivery (from $6.99): 1–2 business days. Most orders ship within 24 hours of purchase. International shipping: Available at checkout. Rates and delivery times calculated at checkout based on destination. Returns Changed your mind? Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in original packaging. Contact support@cutluxe.com to initiate a return — we'll guide you through the process.
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Pro Chef Knife Set 5-Piece
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THE SET INCLUDES
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125 Reviews
7″ Santoku Knife
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22 Reviews
9″ Carving Slicing Knife
★★★★★
87 Reviews
3.5″ Paring Knife
★★★★★
89 Reviews
5.5″ Kitchen Utility Knife
CHEF-TRIED PITMASTER-APPROVED
High-Carbon German Steel
Edge retention and corrosion resistance
Full-Tang Construction
Blade through handle for strength and balance
Hand-Sharpened Edges
Razor-sharp out of the box
Ergonomic Pakkawood Handles
Comfortable, moisture-resistant, built for long use
BUILT FOR
REAL COOKING
Whether you're breaking down a brisket for Sunday's cookout or trimming a roast for dinner guests, Cutluxe knives gives you the right blade for every cut.
5-PIECE PRO CHEF KNIFE SET
Five knives. Just the five that cover every common kitchen job — chef, Santoku, utility, carving, paring.
9" Carving Slicing Knife
Carving a roast with a chef knife is like cutting bread with a paring knife — wrong tool, wrong result. A long narrow slicer cuts in one pull, keeps the slice flat, and doesn't tear up the meat doing it.
- 9-inch tapered blade — cuts a whole roast in three or four clean strokes
- High-carbon German steel — sharp out of the box, holds it through years of Sundays
- Full-tang Pakkawood handle — steady grip even when juices run
- Lifetime warranty — built once, kept for the carving station
5.5" Utility Knife
Most kitchens have a chef knife, a paring knife, and a stack of half-used blades in between. This is the one you actually grab — for the half-and-half jobs that don't deserve either.
- 5.5-inch blade — fits the prep work nothing else does cleanly
- High-carbon German steel, 14–16° edge — holds sharpness through Sunday brunch and back
- Full-tang build with Pakkawood handle — weighted right, no flex, no rattle
- Lifetime warranty — bought once, kept for good
3.5" Paring Knife
Small blade. The detail work your chef knife was never built for. Peel, trim, score, hull — clean, controlled, no wasted movement.
- 3.5" blade built for close, precise work — peeling, deveining, trimming, scoring citrus and fruit
- High-carbon German steel hand-sharpened at 14–16° — sharp enough for paper-thin peeling
- Full tang Pakkawood handle, triple-riveted — light, balanced, made for in-hand work without a board
- Lifetime warranty — small knife, serious build quality
7" Santoku Knife
Shorter than a chef knife. Lighter in the hand. Faster through everything on the board. Built for cooks who want less weight and more control — without giving up any edge.
- Granton hollow edge reduces drag — clean, thin slices through vegetables, fish, and boneless meat
- High-carbon German steel, hand-sharpened at 14–16° — sharp out of the box, built to stay that way
- Full tang Pakkawood handle, triple-riveted — solid grip, proper balance, no front-heavy fatigue
- Lifetime warranty — the knife that earns its place on the counter and never leaves
8" Chef Knife
The knife that handles everything you throw at it. Garlic, carrots, chicken, brisket — one blade, zero excuses. Built for cooks who actually cook.
- High-carbon German steel hand-sharpened at 14–16° — razor-sharp out of the box and built to stay that way
- 8" all-purpose blade — long enough for bulk prep, nimble enough for detail work
- Full tang Pakkawood handle, triple-riveted — balanced, comfortable, built to last decades
- Lifetime warranty — no gimmicks, no celebrity names, just good steel doing its job
WHAT OUR MASTER CHEFS SAY
High-Carbon German Steel
“Reminds me of my father’s knives — only sharper. You feel the difference the moment it hits the board. Solid in the hand.”
Chef Alex R., BBQ Specialist
Edge Retention
“Even after weeks of heavy use, the edge stays razor-sharp. I can slice brisket, roast, and vegetables without stopping to resharpen.”
Chef David T., Professional Butcher
Precision & Craftsmanship
“I’ve worked in Japanese kitchens for over 10 years, and Cutluxe knives feel incredible.
The balance, edge, and weight are perfect — slicing fish, meat, and vegetables is effortless."
Chef Haruto S., Tokyo
Let customers speak for us
Excellent quality razor sharp nice heavy handles quality steel very pleased will buy more in the future but again you need to change your wood magnet holder I got one that was defective and didn't have a place to screw it into is just a drilled hole poorly and then the second one I put the knives on it and they literally just slide down and scratch the wood they're very poor quality please go with the one that I'm trying to tell you to buy which I purchased before in Texas they're only $32 there twice as big and much better quality and the magnet is extremely strong on both sides
Sean O.
Paring Knife Set
I love the weight of the handle it's extremely comfortable and definitely nice good heavy weight and razor sharp blades I have bought many of these from Amazon and they're all garbage if you can imagine a tube of ground round hamburger and none of these knives wood cut through it yours or razor sharp I could literally cut paper and that's a true sharp knife all the knives I bought from you is are amazing and I will buy others I ordered another set from this other company and they are terrible they won't even cut my skin it's pathetic your product is amazing but again I've sent you pictures of the ones you should be selling that are top quality they retail on Amazon for only $32 there twice the size so they set a whole set of knives on either side and the magnet is actually strong unlike the one you're selling I would stop selling that that is a very poor quality product and it doesn't make you look good when you sell such excellent knive and such a poor magnet board I would definitely dump that company and go with the one of the pictures that I sent you it's top quality and literally you have to grab them to pull them off yours literally you put the knife on and it falls off and scratches the wood so anyways thank you so much I'm extremely pleased and I plan on buying more knives from you in the future a whole set and I wish you would sell the magnetic board that I sent you thank you I couldn't be happier with your product
Sean O.
Cutluxe
Between the range and the exhaust vent there is a steel backsplash. It is perfect for the knives than the wooden block under the cabinets.
Richard M.
Magnetic Knife Holder for Wall and Fridge - 16"
Gorgeous set of knives! And very sharp. Great customer service. I buy all my knives from Cutluxe!
bill g.
Pro Kitchen Block – 15-Piece
I really like the knife. It’s very sharp and sturdy. It holds an edge very well. I highly recommend cutluxe.
Dan V.
10″ Butcher Cimeter Knife
I replaced another German made knife due to loose rivet.
i loved this design. Blade. All the above.
I bought a total of 12 different. About $15-20 ea. how do you beat that.I replaced all my others.
Dave P.
7'″ Chopping Cleaver Knife
Great knife. Exactly what i needed to clean up meat before grilling and smoking.
Scott M.
Thin & Curved Boning Knife
I’ve always liked working with sharp knives and tools, so I carefully searched for the best balance between cost and quality—that’s how I found Cutluxe.
Unfortunately, one of the sharpening stones arrived damaged during shipping, so I contacted their customer service team. Their response was much faster than expected, and they promptly provided a solution.
This clearly shows their professionalism and commitment to customers. I highly recommend buying with confidence. Cutluxe is a serious, reliable brand and definitely worth the investment.
Allen
Cutluxe
In Dec/25, I ordered the 5" Santoku for myself. I love it SO much, I bought 2 others for gifts. 1) The knife is well weighted, comfortable to hold, easy to use, sharp, sharp, sharp and beautiful to look at. 2) I know the recipients will love their Santoku as much as I love mine. 3) The packaging of the knife is amazing which is important if you are giving it as a gift. Very classy. 4) The customer service at Cutluxe is stellar. I had an issue regarding a return (of my own doing) and their response time immediate, polite and professional. I was very impressed with this aspect of the business. I have told many friends about the quality of the product and the superior after-sales responses. Thank you Cutluxe.
Anonymous
5″' Santoku Knife
I love this knife. Cuts my steak like butter! Worth every dollar.
Joseph P.J.
8″ Chef & Cleaver Hybrid Knife
Wow just wow. These knives are top shelf. I bought a paring knife last year and loved it then these sets came just in time because my WP knives wouldn’t hold an edge but these bad boys are the best.Razor sharp out of the beautiful box. Well balanced full tang. Slices bread like a razor. Thank you for your beautiful knives.
Anonymous
10″ Bread Knife
I love my new knives, what a difference when you have good knives to cut and chop with. I am so glad that I made this purchase.
Anonymous
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Two specific use cases. First: holiday roasts. A 3-piece set (chef + Santoku + utility) handles daily prep fine, but the chef knife is the wrong tool for slicing a Thanksgiving turkey or a Christmas ham. A 9-inch carving knife is the right tool for those cuts — long blade for cross-grain slicing, Granton edge so the meat doesn't stick. Second: in-hand fruit and vegetable work. Peeling an apple, coring a tomato, hulling a strawberry — those are paring-knife jobs, and a utility knife is too long and not nimble enough for them. The 3-piece misses both of those situations. The 5-piece includes them without adding specialty knives most kitchens don't use. It's the natural "enough" set for cooks who do real cooking at home — covers daily prep, holiday meals, and the small detail work.
Mostly, but more often than you'd think. The obvious uses are Thanksgiving turkey, Christmas roast, Easter ham, Sunday prime rib. But the 9-inch carving knife also handles every long-grain cut that comes up during regular cooking: rotisserie chicken (cut neatly into portions instead of hacked apart with a chef knife), a brisket flat if you ever buy one, a pork loin roast, even watermelon slicing in summer. For most home cooks, the carving knife earns its slot 6-12 times a year. That's not weekly, but it's frequent enough that having the right tool changes the quality of those meals. It's also one of the most visible kitchen knives — when the holiday roast comes out of the oven, the carving moment is what guests see. A real carving knife matters there.
The 5-piece (this kit) covers daily prep, holiday meals, and in-hand detail work. The 7-piece adds a Bread Knife (for cooks who bake or eat fresh bread regularly) and a Boning Knife (for cooks who break down whole chickens or trim meat). The 8-piece Knife Block Set adds bread, plus a smaller serrated utility, plus a honing rod and a wooden Acacia block for counter storage. If you don't bake bread or break down whole protein: 5-piece is right. If you bake bread or do meat breakdown but don't want a block: 7-piece. If you want bread + a wooden storage block: 8-piece. The 5-piece is the most common "enough" set for households where the cook is good but not a serious-baker / serious-butcher type.
Same routine as any quality knife: hand-wash, towel-dry, store on a magnetic strip or in a block. No dishwasher (heat and detergent kill the edges), no glass cutting boards (micro-chip the edges), no leaving them in the sink overnight. Hone the chef knife, Santoku, and carving knife every two or three uses on a 10″ Sharpening Rod — three to five strokes per side at the matching 14–16° angle. The utility and paring knives need less frequent honing because they handle softer materials. Full sharpening on a whetstone or rolling sharpener is a once-a-year job at most. With this routine, all five blades hold their edge for 15+ years.
It's one of the strongest milestone-occasion gifts in the lineup — substantial enough for a wedding registry, focused enough to avoid wasted bulk, priced as a real present without overshooting into block-set territory. Pairs naturally with a wooden cutting board, the 10″ Sharpening Rod, or a small cookbook for a layered gift bundle. Lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects for the original owner. 30-day money-back covers everything else — wrong fit, change of mind, doesn't suit the kitchen. The set goes back without an argument, no restock fees. The 8-piece Knife Block Set is the upgrade option if you want a block included, or the 15-piece Knife Set with Block for a truly elaborate gift.
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