Buck sells seven kitchen cutlery sets on its official site, all in 420HC stainless steel, made in Post Falls, Idaho, and backed by its Forever Warranty. Prices run from $139.99 (4-piece steak set) to $649.99 (12-piece block set), and up to $1,499.99 for the elk-handle 12-piece. The limited reviews I found praise sharpness and easy maintenance but also note a lightweight blade that rolls easily. The sets cost far more than well-tested budget knives, so they suit buyers who want American-made knives with a lifetime warranty, not those looking for the lowest price. I haven’t used these knives myself.
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Buck Kitchen Knife Sets at a Glance
Prices below were on Buck’s official site when I looked (October 2026) and may change.
| Set | Pieces (per title) | Price | Notes |
| 3 Piece Cutlery Set with Wood Block | 3 | $224.99 | Chef’s knife, serrated slicer, and large paring knife, per the product description |
| 6 Piece Cutlery Set with Wood Block | 6 | $399.99 | Contents not listed on the page |
| 12 Piece Kitchen Cutlery Set with Wood Block | 12 | $649.99 | Listed as “Only 1 left” when I checked |
| 4 Piece Steak Knife Set | 4 | $139.99 | Contents not listed |
| 3 Piece Set, Elk | 3 | $424.99 | Elk antler handles |
| 4 Piece Steak Knife Set, Elk | 4 | $449.99 | Elk antler handles |
| 12 Piece Set, Elk | 12 | $1,499.99 | Elk antler handles |
Handles: the non-elk sets show Black Paperstone and DymaLux Rosewood options, though the page labels them as swatches, not handle materials.
A counting quirk: the product links for the 3-, 6-, and 12-piece sets say “4-piece,” “7-piece,e” and “13-piece,” and the page doesn’t explain this. A 13-piece Buck set reviewed elsewhere (below) included a block, so I suspect the title counts the knives and tools only, but that is my inference. Check the product page before buying.
What’s in the Big Set?
Buck’s page doesn’t list the contents of the 12-piece set. A Realtree review by Bill Konway describes a 13-piece set (elk antler handles) with:
- An 8-inch chef’s knife
- An 8-inch slicer
- A fork
- 2¾-inch and 4-inch paring knives
- A sharpener
- Six steak knives
- A hardwood block
That review is undated, gives no price, and shows no affiliate or sponsorship disclosure. Buck’s current set may differ from the one it covers, so confirm the contents with the seller.
Individual Knives (If You Don’t Want a Set)
From Buck’s cutlery page:
| Knife | Price | Stock when I looked |
| 931 Chef’s Knife | $99.99 | In stock |
| 932 Slicer | $84.99 | In stock |
| 933 Large Paring | $54.99 | In stock |
| 934 Small Pairing | $49.99 | In stock |
| 935 Fork | $49.99 | In stock |
| 936 Steak Knife | $49.99 | In stock |
| 944 Petite Chef’s Knife | $84.99 | In stock |
| 945 Santoku | $84.99 | Sold out |
| 946 Cleaver | $99.99 | Sold out |
| 931 / 932 Elk | $199.99 each | Sold out |
What this means: buying the 3-piece set ($224.99) costs a little less than buying its three knives separately at the individual prices above, if the description is right: $99.99 + $84.99 + $54.99 = $239.97. That is my arithmetic, assuming the set matches the knives listed.
Build Quality: What Reviewers Say
I could only find limited independent feedback, and none of it is a lab test.
Nothing But Knives (931 chef’s knife)
This hands-on review describes tests including salsa and cutting beef off the bone, and a week of use. Findings:
- Pros: very sharp, decent edge retention, lightweight at 7.0 oz, a hollow grind that sheds food, and easy to maintain and hone.
- Cons: awkward in a pinch grip because there is no full bolster, the thin edge rolls easily (a honing rod fixed it), and the packaging is poorly secured.
- Steel: the 420HC is described as somewhat soft, though the edge performed similarly after a week of heavy use.
- Disclosure: the site uses affiliate links to Buck and Amazon, and the author admits a bias toward anything different. I couldn’t verify the review’s authenticity.
BladeForums (2013 thread)
In a 2013 thread, a moderator said the chef’s knife cuts and slices quickly with little drag and shows good balance. Another poster called it “a real pleasure to work with.” Most grind and balance comments referred to an older chef knife in a different Buck set, so the details may not match today’s model. Treat this as old anecdotal feedback.
Realtree
The Realtree reviewer says the knives arrived with a razor edge that held up after two months of hard use with regular honing, and lists no cons. The review is undated, and the reviewer’s samples had elk antler handles.
What this means: the feedback is positive on sharpness and easy sharpening, with the main caveats being a thin, light blade that can roll and a grip some users find awkward. Nobody I found compared the sets against rivals.
Steel, Care and Warranty
- Steel: Buck’s page states 420HC stainless steel for the collection.
- Made in: “Built by craftsmen in Post Falls, Idaho,” per Buck.
- Care: Wash by hand with warm, soapy water and dry immediately, because dishwashers can dull blades, damage handles, and cause rust. Buck says to sharpen every 1 to 3 months for home cooks, or about monthly for daily chef use, using a whetstone, the EdgeTek Sharpener, or a professional service.
- Warranty: Buck says the knives are covered by its Forever Warranty. I couldn’t load the warranty terms, so read them on Buck’s site before you buy.
Is a Buck Set Worth the Price?
Compare with the tested options:
| Knife | Price listed | Source |
| Buck 931 chef’s knife | $99.99 | Buck |
| Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8-inch | About $47 | America’s Test Kitchen winner, July 2026 |
| Mercer Millennia 8-inch | Under $30 per the article | ATK’s Best Buy |
The Buck chef’s knife costs roughly twice the ATK winner. I couldn’t find an ATK or comparable test of Buck’s kitchen knives, so I can’t say whether it performs better. What you pay extra for is U.S. manufacturing, the warranty, and the style, not a proven performance edge.
Who Should Buy a Buck Kitchen Set
- Good fit: buyers who want American-made knives, a lifetime warranty, and a wood block, and who are comfortable hand-washing and honing regularly.
- Gift buyers: the elk-handle sets are the premium, display-style option, but they cost $424.99 to $1,499.99.
- Not the best fit: anyone who wants the lowest price, a dishwasher-safe set, or a knife with published test results.
Buy Only From Verified Sellers
My searches returned many results from sites at buckknives.it.com and buckkniives.it.com, which are not Buck’s official domain (buckknives.com). I opened one of these pages and found:
- A 12-piece set at $195.00, marked down from $649.99 (about 70% off)
- No phone, email, address, or contact form
- No shipping, return, refund,d or warranty policy
- A claim of 1,000 in stock and no information on who runs the site
I can’t prove these sites are fraudulent, but these are common signs of fake shops. Buy from Buck’s own site or an authorized retailer, pay with a protected method, and read the return policy first. If you’ve already paid a site like this, contact your card issuer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Buck kitchen knife set?
The 6-piece (399.99)or12-piece(649.99) block sets are the main general-purpose options. I found no ranking of Buck’s sets, so choose by the knives you need.
What steel do Buck kitchen knives use?
420HC stainless steel, per Buck’s page. The one hands-on review calls it somewhat soft but sharp.
Are Buck kitchen knives dishwasher safe?
No. Buck says to wash by hand and dry immediately, since dishwashers can dull blades, damage handles, and cause rust.
How much does a Buck kitchen knife set cost?
$139.99 for the 4-piece steak set, up to $649.99 for the 12-piece set, and $1,499.99 for the 12-piece elk edition, per Buck’s site.
What’s included in the 12-piece set?
Buck’s page doesn’t list it. A review of a 13-piece set describes a chef’s knife, slicer, fork, two paring knives, a sharpener, six steak knives, and a block, but it may not match the current set.
Why do the product links say 13-piece?
The 12-piece set’s link says 13-piece, and the page doesn’t explain it. Confirm what’s included before buying…
Are the elk-handle sets worth it?
They cost roughly twice as much as the matching standard sets. I found no source showing a performance difference, so the extra cost is for appearance.
Is buckknives.it.com an official Buck site?
No, Buck’s official site is buckknives.com. I found no evidence that the .it.com sites are authorized.
Conclusion
A Buck kitchen knife set gets you 420HC stainless knives made in Idaho, a wood block and a lifetime warranty, with prices from $139.99 for steak knives to $649.99 for the 12-piece block set. The limited feedback is positive on sharpness and sharpening but notes a light, thin blade that can roll. Compared with ATK’s roughly $47 tested winner, you’re paying for American manufacturing and warranty support, not proven performance. If that appeals, start with the 3-piece or 6-piece set, hand-wash and hone regularly, read the warranty terms, and buy only from Buck’s official site or an authorized dealer.
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