1 / 7HOSHANHO 16-Piece Knife Set with Block
The HOSHANHO 16-Piece Knife Set combines a range of kitchen knives with steak knives, shears, a sharpener and a storage block. Its listed steel, handle and care details may suit buyers seeking a broad countertop set, but customer feedback flags mixed durability and value experiences.
At a glance
- The stated 16-piece selection comprises seven named kitchen knives, six steak knives, kitchen shears, a sharpening rod and a block.
- The named knives cover chef, bread, carving, santoku, fillet, utility and paring tasks.
- The listing claims Japanese 10Cr15CoMoV stainless steel, a 15-degree edge and hardness up to 58 HRC. These are manufacturer claims, not independent measurements.
- Pakkawood handles and a block with a ventilated bottom are listed.
- Hand washing is required according to the listing, which says the set is not dishwasher safe.
Reference price: £259.98
Price checked: 14 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Broad knife selection includes six steak knives alongside several general-purpose and specialist blades.
- A sharpening rod and storage block are listed with the knives, reducing the need to source those items separately.
- Customer feedback reports positive impressions of sharpness, appearance and overall quality.
Cons
- The stated non-dishwasher-safe care requirement means the knives need hand washing.
- Customer feedback includes reports of handles splintering and blades chipping, alongside other customers describing the set as well-built.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Brand | HOSHANHO |
|---|---|
| Model | 16 Pieces Knife Set |
| Blade material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Handle material | Pakkawood |
| Construction | Forged |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Colour | Brown |
| Blade colour | Stainless Steel |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
|---|---|
| Blade length | 10 Inches |
| Size | 26 cm |
| Weight listed | 5 Kilograms |
What to know before buying
- The listing calls this a 16-piece set and names 16 items, including six steak knives, a sharpening rod, shears and a block. It also lists a 10 Inches blade length and a 26 cm size without clarifying which knife or dimension each refers to, and gives a weight of 5 Kilograms. Confirm the specific knife dimensions and set weight before purchase.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Buyers who want a multi-knife set with six steak knives, shears, a sharpener and a countertop block.
- Cooks prepared to hand wash and dry knives rather than put them in a dishwasher.
- Shoppers who value reported sharpness and appearance but are willing to weigh mixed durability feedback.
Less suited to
- Anyone needing dishwasher-safe knives.
- Buyers who prioritise consistently positive reports of handle and blade durability.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights perceived sharpness, appearance and overall quality, which may matter for frequent food preparation and display on a countertop. Durability and value opinions are mixed, with reports of splintering handles and chipped blades as well as customers who find the set well-built. The reported concerns are relevant given the set's multiple Pakkawood-handled knives, but do not establish that every set has these issues.
Positive themes
- Customers report positive impressions of sharpness, appearance and overall quality.
Negative themes
- Some customers report handles splintering and blades chipping.
Mixed feedback
- Durability feedback ranges from describing the set as well-built to reporting splintering or chipping.
- Value feedback is mixed, with some customers considering it worth the price and others judging it overpriced.
Frequently asked questions
What does the set include?
The listing names a chef, bread, carving, santoku, fillet, utility and paring knife, six steak knives, kitchen shears, a sharpening rod and a block.
Can these knives go in a dishwasher?
No. The listing marks the set as not dishwasher safe, so plan to wash it by hand.
What steel and edge does the listing specify?
It describes high-carbon stainless steel and claims Japanese 10Cr15CoMoV steel, a 15-degree edge and hardness up to 58 HRC. These figures are listing claims, not independently verified results.
What do customers report about durability?
Feedback is mixed. Some customers describe the set as well-built, while others report splintering handles and chipped blades.
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