Which is better, the Stainless Damascus or Carbon Steel? and why?

Name: Bob Kramer Carbon Steel 7-Piece Block Set by Zwilling J.A. Henckels
Uploaded: 11/11/2025
Channel: Sur La Table
Description: Set includes five essential knives and a sharpening steel, all displayed on an elegant magnetic easel block to help prevent moisture from causing rust or patina on the blades.

Depends how much time you want to invest in your knives... There is significant oiling and general care issues associated with the carbon steel knives to keep them looking great. I personally love my Bob Cramer Carbon Euroline knives and am willing to invest in the upkeep of them. Stainless steel is easier to care for but if you want to be a culinary "baller" get the carbons and don't look back. FYI, I purchased an additional 8 inch stainless steel chefs knife for those days I don't want to go through the hassle of cleaning and re-oiling my carbons. I suggest you do the same if you get the carbons.

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Set includes five essential knives and a sharpening steel, all displayed on an elegant magnetic easel block to help prevent moisture from causing rust or patina on the blades.SKU 6909535

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Bob Kramer Carbon Steel 7-Piece Block Set by Zwilling J.A. Henckels

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$1,749.95

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Why you'll love it

Set includes five essential knives and a sharpening steel, all displayed on an elegant magnetic easel block to help prevent moisture from causing rust or patina on the blades.SKU 6909535