The 15 Best Black Friday Knife Deals to Shop at Amazon, Including $400 Off a Japanese-Made Set

Knives are easily the most essential kitchen tool you’ll ever need. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find a recipe that didn’t require you to cut, trim, chop, slice, dice, or mince at least one thing. As such a key tool, it only makes sense to outfit your collection with pieces that work best for you. And right now, thanks to Amazon’s Black Friday deals, you can find so many top picks from Shun, Henckels, Wüsthof, and more on sale right now up to 66% off. Shop the 18 best picks now while you can.  

Best Black Friday Knife Deals at Amazon

• Shun Cutlery Classic 8-Inch Blonde Chef's Knife, $168 (originally $213)
• Global 8-Inch Chef's Knife, $100 (originally $159)
• Zwilling 8-Inch Bread Knife, $80 (originally $138)
• Wüsthof Gourmet 11-Piece Knife Block Set, $209 (originally $450)
• Zwilling 3-Piece Cheese Knife Set, $40 (originally $150)
• Henckels Premium Quality 15-Piece Knife Block Set, $117 (originally $345)
• Material The Knife Trio, $136 (originally $170) 
• Henckels Solution Razor-Sharp 18-Piece Knife Set, $140 (originally $400)
• Global Takashi 7-Piece Knife Block Set, $400 (originally $800)
• Imarku 7-Inch Santoku Knife, $26 (originally $70)
• Ninja Foodi NeverDull 15-Piece Premium Knife System, $250 (originally $350)
• Henckels Forged Accent 2-Piece Carving Set, $50 (originally $126)
• Henckels 8-Piece Steak Knife Set, $45 (originally $60)
• Farberware Never Needs Sharpening 18-Piece Knife Block Set, $31 (originally $53)
• Henckels Solution Razor-Sharp 16-Piece Knife Set, $141 (originally $385)
• Zwilling Twin Signature 3-Piece German Knife Set, $92 (originally $188)
• Henckels Statement Razor-Sharp 3-Inch Paring Knife, $13 (originally $17)
• Henckels 5-inch Serrated Utility Knife, $30 (originally $50)

Shun Cutlery Classic 8-Inch Blonde Chef's Knife

We love this Shun chef’s knife. So much so that after testing a wide variety of high-end chef’s knives, we think this is the one to invest in. We love that it has the best of both worlds: Sharp, precise Japanese steel, with a classic Western chef’s knife shape. Those two elements combined make for easy chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing. It’s also just stunning, with a soft-blond handle and a smooth stainless steel surface. 

Global 8-Inch Chef's Knife

Speaking of chef’s knives — this is another favorite of ours. If you’re someone that likes the size of an 8-inch knife, but doesn’t like the weight of traditional knives, this is the perfect choice. While testing, we couldn’t help but notice its lightweight feel. That’s because of its design — it’s made from one single piece of metal, with a hollow handle that’s filled with sand to keep it balanced. And, aside from its lightweight feel, it also performs exceptionally well. At a discount, you don’t want to pass it up. 

Zwilling 8-Inch Bread Knife

This time of year we’re slicing through thick, crusty breads, cake layers, and other baked goods more often. And a good, sturdy serrated bread knife is a must have for those tasks. This Zwilling model is more than a safe bet. It’s 42% off today, and has the perfect design for slicing. Made with durable German steel, it has an 8-inch long body and an extended serrated top to get as much leverage as possible. No more struggling to slice those artisan holiday loaves. 

Wüsthof Gourmet 11-Piece Knife Block Set

This Wüsthof set is 54% off today — a huge discount for the brand. It comes with 11 pieces, including the natural-toned beach wood knife block, for a well-rounded set. Use the pairing knife and utility knife for everyday detail tasks, as well as the chef’s knife and bread knife for other prep jobs. They’re each made with high carbon steel blades for durability, and riveted handles to keep the knife secure. The set also comes with a set of steak knives, a honing steel, and kitchen sheers.  

Zwilling 3-Piece Cheese Knife Set

When you’re planning your cheese board, don’t forget the knives. They help folks dole out portions with ease, making for a self-sufficient appetizer this holiday season. This set from Zwilling is 73% off this holiday season, and includes everything you need. Use the smallest knife to knock off pieces of hard cheese, the forked knife for hard to mildly soft cheeses, and the longest one for the softest cheese on the board. Their sleek stainless steel design makes them equally as tough as they are chic. 

Henckels Premium Quality 15-Piece Knife Block Set

This knife set is popular for a reason. It has over 11,700 perfect ratings from shoppers thanks to its balanced design and high value. You’ll get a complete set  including paring knives, utility knives, chef and santoku knives, serrated knives, steak knives, and more to round out the 15-piece set. They’re each crafted with strong, sturdy German steel and everything comes with a triple riveted handle  to keep it secure and balanced as you wield it.  

Material The Knife Trio

Sometimes, it really pays to have a little bit of help. And during the holidays, struggling over the turkey or ham as hungry guests wait can be nothing short of stressful. That’s why electric carving knives come in handy, since they can glide right through without any effort on your end. And this Cuisinart model is a great choice for the job. It has everything including the electric serrated knife, the carving fork, cutting board, and a storage tray to keep things in place when you’re done. Grab it now while it’s on sale. 

Henckels Solution Razor-Sharp 18-Piece Knife Set

This extra-large knife set from Henckels is for folks who want everything and more in their kitchens. It’s the ultimate collection, with three small knives for detail work, four larger everyday knives perfect for anything from slicing to trimming, eight steak knives, a honing steel, kitchen shears, and the block. It’s a whopping 65% off too, so you’ll get all for just $141. 

Global Takashi 7-Piece Knife Block Set

This knife block set is a tested favorite of ours. We love it most for its modern look, though the knives’ performances make it just as valuable. It includes the same chef’s knife we love, thanks to its lightweight solid-metal design and sharp cutting abilities. It also comes with other essentials, like a bread knife, a vegetable knife, a peeling knife, a utility knife, and a sharpening rod.  

Imarku 7-Inch Santoku Knife

This santoku knife is a great, less expensive buy. Thanks to its flat bottom, it’s the perfect knife for slicing through produce like onions, cabbage, peppers, and more. It has a darker pakkawood handle for a stylish look, with a sharp Japanese steel blade for ultimate precision. Score it on sale for just $26 right now. 

Ninja Foodi NeverDull 15-Piece Premium Knife System

This block set from Ninja really is a whole kitchen system. It comes with a walnut wood block that holds all 13 of your German stainless steel knives, with a built in sharpener that takes the guesswork out of maintenance. It has an opening to place the knives in, with a lever you’ll move to give them a swipe inside to help keep them sharp and ready to use. 

Henckels Forged Accent 2-Piece Carving Set

For folks looking for a classic carving set, look no further. This 60% off option from Henckels is the perfect buy for slicing holiday and winter roasts. It comes with a long, slender knife that’s the perfect size and shaping for slicing through, while the durable fork gives you stability and balance. Both have triple riveted handles that are easy to grip, with German steel blades, all at a discount. 

Henckels 8-Piece Steak Knife Set

If you’re in need of a steak knife set, pick up this tested favorite of ours while it's on sale. During testing, we found that the serrated edges and slim shape of these knives stood out. Because of those elements, they felt very precise and easy to use. They cut through everything without any give. They’re easy to clean too, just pop them in the dishwasher. 

Farberware Never Needs Sharpening 18-Piece Knife Block Set

This Farberware set makes for a great starting out piece with all high-carbon stainless steel knives. It has a wide variety of options: an 8-inch chef knife, an 8-inch slicer, a 7.5-inch bread knife, a 6-inch boning knife, a 5-inch utility knife, a 4-inch vegetable knife, a 4-inch tomato knife, a 3-inch cheese knife, a 3-inch parer, a steak knife set, and a pair of kitchen scissors with a natural finish wood storage block. All of these pieces are just $32 on sale right now thanks to the 41% off discount. 

Henckels Solution Razor-Sharp 16-Piece Knife Set

This nearly all black knife set is for folks that want a well-rounded pick with a specific look and feel. It comes with a paring knife, a serrated utility knife, a santoku knife, a chef's knife, a bread knife, a carving knife, and a steak knife set, along with kitchen shears. The block’s slots are self-sharpening too, so maintenance will be a total breeze. For 63% off, they’ll add a polished look to any kitchen.  

Zwilling Twin Signature 3-Piece German Knife Set

This pared down knife set is a great option if you need to replace pieces or want to expand your collection. It comes with three of the most essential knives. The paring knife is perfect for hulling, peeling, and more delicate work. The utility knife is great for middle of the road tasks, whether it’s slicing or trimming. The chef’s knife is a do-it-all favorite that can slice, dice, mince, and more. Score the set for 51% off now. 

Henckels Statement Razor-Sharp 3-Inch Paring Knife

This 24% off paring knife has an extra-petite design that makes it ideal for those detail-oriented kitchen tasks, whether it’s hulling, peeling, trimming, or slicing. It has a curved bottom design that’ll still allow you to rock it if you choose to chop with it. It’s an essential piece most kitchens need, especially if you tend to buy a lot of produce. 

Henckels 5-inch Serrated Utility Knife

Last but certainly not least is this 5-inch utility knife. If you don’t own at least one of these, you’re missing out. They’re great for everything from chopping lettuce, to slicing tomatoes, to splitting a sandwich in half, in fact, you can even use them to cut apples. It’s really all in the name — utility — and it’ll be  there in your collection to help you out. Pick up one (or two) now while it’s 40% off.