Walmart Is Selling a 12-Piece Henckels Knife Set for Just $65 ($205 Off!) — And It’s Flying Off Shelves

I’m not sure how I went without quality knives for as long as I did. In college, I got by with a $20-something knife set from Amazon, and while it started out perfectly acceptable, it quickly became too dull. I won’t admit how long I tried to make it work, using the worn-out blades to hack through veggies and even raw meat. I eventually replaced the set with a similar one and, unsurprisingly, had the exact same experience.

Finally, I decided that I’d had enough. The $40 two-piece set I added to my kitchen changed everything. Suddenly, meal prep was a breeze and took half as long. Trust me, if you have yet to splurge on a higher-end set, you won’t regret it. Though my two-knife set has been a lifesaver, I’m already debating grabbing a full knife block set for my new apartment, so that I have some more options to work with. Walmart just gave me a sign that now is the time to do just that: There, one of our favorite knife brands, Henckels, has a set going for $205 less than usual. (Yes, really!) 

Germany-based Henckels International has over a century of experience under its belt, so you can be sure you’re getting the best of the best. The brand, a subset of Zwilling, was created in 1895, and has become known for its knives’ durability and design. It is one of the largest and oldest manufacturers of knives, after all, so its reputation makes sense.

This set offers the quality that is Henckels’ standard. It includes every blade you could ever need for any kitchen task. The 8-inch chef’s knife can handle nearly anything you throw at it, from chopping onions to dicing chicken. However, for smaller tasks like peeling veggies, it also comes with a 4-inch paring knife. For dinner, you’ll get six steak knives. The set is rounded out by a pair of kitchen shears, a 9-inch honing steel, and a hardwood knife block for stylish storage.

Every piece is made of long-lasting stainless steel, which is so strong that you can even put it in the dishwasher. The brand says that the Dynamic collection’s construction is lighter than forged knives, so you can be sure that your hand won’t get tired while chopping and slicing. The full-tang construction — which means that the stainless steel blade extends through the handle — also adds to the toughness and maneuverability. So does the ergonomic handle on each piece. 

Average Rating: 4.3/5

“This set is perfect for a first-time college student living in a small apartment! The set has every knife I need, and I love that it is compact. Also, these are the best-quality knives I’ve ever used. My parents have multiple sets in their home, and I was thrilled to receive my set for my first place.” — lukeheiders3

“Such good quality, sharp knives that will last me so long!” — claudiaferreira

“Looks great for the price. Happy with this purchase, affordable and functional.” — Rowan123

Instead of getting by with your knife set that’s on its last leg, you deserve to treat yourself to this stellar option. It’s not even that much of a splurge at its mind-blowingly low sale price — but low prices like these don’t often come from upscale brands like this one, so don’t wait!

Buy: HENCKELS Dynamic 12-piece Knife Block Set, $64 (normally $269)