Quote Originally Posted by vvti713 View Post
Hey yall,

I was wondering.. If there are any cooks out there if yall could let me know if this Henckels cutlery set is any good..
Amazon.com: J.A. Henckels International 15707-000 Fine Edge Synergy 17-Piece Knife Block Set: Kitchen & Dining
I have heard great things about their straights (havent had the pleasure to shave with one yet) So I am guessing their kitchen knives must be pretty good. I am aware that these knives are not made in Germany, I think they are made in china.. but for the price it seems pretty fair.. What do yall think about these knives? BTW the $65 budget is where I want to stay!
For $65 you would be hard put to do better.

There are better knives... much better but not for $65

Your DMT and a 1K hone will keep them sharp enough.

Decades ago the best knives were all forged. Now some
very fine steel is showing up in a variety of forms in part because
of things like laser cutters and NC grinders.

Another budget knife is Forschner but even the "Forschner 7 Piece
Block Set, Fibrox Handle " would bust your budget.

A good cutting board is a must. You can find a
plank of nice hardwood and soak it with multiple
coats of mineral oil. Make two... one for meat
one for vegetables.