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7 Piece Knife Sets Manufacturer & Wholesale Supplier
YJCookbest has made kitchen knives in Yangjiang, China's knife-making capital, since 2006. We supply 7 piece knife sets in forged, wood-handle and hollow-handle styles to importers, distributors, supermarket buyers, e-commerce brands and private label customers. Choose a ready-made set or tell us what you need, and our OEM and ODM service will build it.
Our 7 Piece Knife Sets
| Model | Style | What's Included | Handle | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS3078 | Wood handle | 7 knives: chef 8", santoku 7", bread 8", steak 6", santoku 5", utility 5", paring 3.5". Hammered blade finish | Red Pakka wood with steel head | Magnetic wooden holder |
| HS1001 | Forged | Chef 8", santoku 7", utility 5" and paring 3.5" knives, sharpening rod 9", kitchen scissors 8" | Forged stainless steel, three rivets | Magnetic wooden holder (solid wood) |
| HS2003 | Japanese-style forged | Chef 8", santoku 7", slicing 8", utility 5", paring 3.5", kitchen scissors 8" | Pakka wood | Acacia wood block, 6 slots |
More 7 Piece Hollow Handle Knife Sets
Stainless steel knives with hollow handles for retail and promotion. Open each model for photos and packing details.
HS4052 · HS4004 · HS2044 · HS2042 · HS3020 · HS3003
What Is in a 7 Piece Knife Set?
A 7 piece set has seven components, and most buyers count the knife block as one of them. A typical 7 piece knife block set has four or five knives, a sharpening tool, kitchen scissors and the block. Some sets, like HS3078, are made of seven knives plus a holder. Brands count differently, so we list every item on the product page and the count matches what the buyer receives.
7 Piece vs 8 Piece and Larger Knife Sets
| Set Size | Typical Makeup | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 7 piece | 4–5 knives plus scissors or steel plus block, or 7 knives plus holder | Entry to mid-price retail, best balance of cost and coverage |
| 8 piece | One more knife or tool, such as a steak knife or peeler | Buyers who want a fuller set at a small price step |
| 12–15 piece | Adds a steak knife set or more specialty knives | Gift sets and premium shelf positioning |
Need a different count? See our 8 piece knife sets for the next step up, or tell us your list.
Popular 7 Piece Configurations We Can Make
| Configuration | Contents | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Classic block set | Chef 8", bread 8", utility 5", paring 4", kitchen scissors, sharpening steel 9", wooden block | Retail and supermarket knife block sets |
| Santoku block set | Chef 8", santoku 7", utility 5", paring 3.5", kitchen scissors, sharpener, block | Markets that prefer santoku |
| 5 knives + steel + block | Chef 8", bread 8", slicing 8", utility 5", paring 4", honing steel, block | Home kitchens wanting a full knife range |
| Prep set | Chef, bread, slicing and utility knives, scissors, peeler, block | Value sets for e-commerce |
| 7 knives + holder | Chef, santoku (two sizes), bread, steak, utility, paring, magnetic holder | Wood-handle and gift sets (like HS3078) |
| Hollow handle block set | Chef 8", bread 8", santoku 7", utility 5–6", paring 3.5", scissors 8", wooden block | Supermarket and promotion sets |
| Slicer and steel set | Chef 8", slicer 8–10", bread 8", boning 6", paring 3.5–4", honing steel 9–10", block | Professional-style home sets |
| Built-in sharpener block | Chef 8", slicer 8", santoku 7", serrated utility 5.5", paring 3.5", shears, block with built-in sharpener | E-commerce sets with a selling point |
All of these are made to order, so contents, sizes and the number of slots in the block can match your market. Each product page shows the exact packing list.
Which Knives Should Be in a 7 Piece Set?
| Knife | Typical Length | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Chef knife | 8" (203 mm) | Chopping, slicing, dicing |
| Santoku knife | 5"–7" (127–178 mm) | Thin slicing of vegetables, fish, boneless meat |
| Slicing / carving knife | 8"–10" (203–254 mm) | Roasts, cooked meats |
| Bread knife | 8" (203 mm) | Serrated edge for bread and soft foods |
| Utility knife | 5"–6" (127–152 mm) | Sandwiches, fruit, small vegetables |
| Steak knife | 4.5"–6" (114–152 mm) | Table cutting |
| Boning knife | 5.5"–6" (140–152 mm) | Trimming meat and poultry |
| Paring knife | 3.5"–4" (89–102 mm) | Peeling, trimming, detail work |
| Sharpening steel | 9"–10" (229–254 mm) | Daily edge care |
| Kitchen scissors | 8" (203 mm) | Herbs, poultry, packaging |
You can swap any knife for a cleaver, boning knife or fruit knife.
Blade Steel, Hardness and Thickness
| Blade Steel | Typical Hardness (HRC) | Characteristics | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3Cr13 | 50–54 | Rust resistant, easy to sharpen, low cost | Entry and mid-price sets |
| 5Cr15MoV | 55–58 | Better edge life, strong corrosion resistance | Mid to upper-price sets |
| Damascus | 58–61 (core) | Distinctive pattern, premium look | Gift and premium sets |
| High-carbon steel | 56–60 | Very sharp, needs care against rust | Enthusiast and professional sets |
| Knife | Typical Thickness (mm) |
|---|---|
| Chef, santoku | 1.8–2.5 |
| Bread, slicing, utility | 1.5–2.0 |
| Steak | 1.2–1.5 |
| Paring | 1.0–1.5 |
Hardness is set by heat treatment, and a higher HRC holds an edge longer but is harder to sharpen. These are typical ranges, not fixed values. Edge shape can also be chosen: straight, curved, flat grind, hollow grind or V-edge.
Forged vs Stamped Blades
| Forged | Stamped | |
|---|---|---|
| Made by | Heating steel bar and shaping it under pressure | Cutting the blade from rolled steel sheet |
| Feel | Heavier, balanced, usually with a bolster | Lighter, thinner, easier to handle |
| Cost | Higher | Lower |
| Best for | Premium, gift and Japanese-style sets such as HS1001 and HS2003 | Value retail, supermarket and promotional sets, including hollow handle sets |
Handle Styles and Construction
- Forged stainless steel with rivets: strong and balanced, as in HS1001. See our forged handle knife sets.
- Pakka wood: warm natural look for premium and gift sets, as in HS3078 and HS2003.
- Hollow stainless steel: seamless, hygienic, modern look for retail sets. See our hollow handle knife sets.
- POM, ABS and PP: durable, easy to clean, wide color choice, good for retail value sets.
- Other options: rubber wood, acacia, sapeli, olive wood and composite materials.
Handle shape, color, texture and weight can be customized. For ergonomics, our R&D lab develops grip shapes that stay comfortable in long prep sessions.
Construction Options
- Full tang, triple rivet: the steel runs through the handle and is fixed with three rivets. Used on forged sets such as HS1001.
- Hollow handle: a stainless steel handle joined to the blade, light and seamless.
- Bolster and finger guard: available on forged blades.
Knife Blocks and Holders
- Wooden block: classic look for retail and gift sets. Choose wood type (rubber wood, acacia and others), slot count and size to fit the knives.
- Block with built-in sharpener: a sharpening slot in the block, so the set needs no separate steel.
- Magnetic wooden holder: knives hang on the surface, saves space and shows off the blades (HS1001, HS3078).
- Acrylic stand: clear, modern look, easy to clean.
- No block: knife-only sets for buyers who pack their own storage.
Need only the holder? See our knife holder collection.
What Affects the Price of a 7 Piece Knife Set
| Factor | Lower Cost | Higher Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Blade steel | 3Cr13 | 5Cr15MoV, Damascus, powdered steel |
| Blade process | Stamped | Forged |
| Handle | PP, ABS, hollow stainless steel | Pakka wood, olive wood, forged steel |
| Storage | Basic wooden block or no block | Magnetic holder, acrylic stand, solid wood |
| Finish | Satin | Hammered, titanium, DLC, non-stick coating |
| Packaging | Color box or blister pack | Gift box, wooden case |
| Order size | Trial quantity | Full container |
Send us your target price and market, and we will suggest a combination that fits the budget.
Customize Your 7 Piece Set
| What You Can Change | Options |
|---|---|
| Set combination | Chef, santoku, cleaver, utility, fruit, bread and boning knives, scissors, sharpener, peeler, block |
| Blade steel | 3Cr13, 5Cr15MoV, Damascus, high-carbon steel, selected powdered steels |
| Blade finish | Satin, mirror polish, stonewash, titanium, non-stick, Teflon®, DLC, hammered, antibacterial coating |
| Handle | Pakka wood, rubber wood, acacia, sapeli, olive wood, POM, ABS, PP, stainless steel, composite |
| Logo | Laser engraving, electrochemical etching, stamping, debossing on blade, handle or holder |
| Packaging | Printed box, gift box, wooden case, EVA case, Oxford carry bag, blister pack |
Our R&D lab has 15 engineers working on antibacterial coatings, ergonomic grips and AI-assisted sharpness testing. The design team uses CAD and 3D modelling, so you can review the knife before the first sample. Read OEM vs ODM: which model fits your brand to pick the right route, or see the full OEM and ODM service.
How It Works
- Requirements: market, price, certification and quantity.
- Design proposal: sketches, reference samples or 3D renderings.
- Prototype: you test sharpness, balance and grip.
- Production: after tooling and material approval. Custom sets typically take 30–40 days.
MOQ is 10 sets, and ready-made samples ship in 2–5 days. A dedicated project manager is your single point of contact from inquiry to shipment.
Packing and Shipping
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Inner packing | Printed box, gift box, wooden case, EVA case, Oxford carry bag or blister pack, per model |
| Package size per set | About 38 × 20 × 14 cm for a standard block set |
| Gross weight per set | About 2.5–3.2 kg, depending on block and handle material |
| Sets per carton | 4 or 6, depending on block size |
| Loading quantity | About 2,000 sets per 20GP and 5,000 sets per 40HQ for a standard block set |
| Barcode and labels | Supported on request |
Quality Control and Certification
Every order is inspected from raw material to finished packaging, and every set gets 100% pre-shipment inspection. We check edge, handle fit, finish, logo and packaging against the approved sample. Logo marking is tested for durability and corrosion resistance. For end-customer care instructions, see our Knife Care Guide.
| Check | What It Confirms |
|---|---|
| Hardness (HRC) | Matches the steel and heat treatment spec |
| Corrosion resistance | Blade holds up to humidity and washing |
| Edge sharpness | Cuts cleanly out of the box, checked with AI-assisted sharpness testing |
| Handle and rivet fit | No gaps, no loose parts |
| Food-contact compliance | FDA for the US and LFGB for the EU, documents on request |
We also hold a BSCI audit certificate, which covers factory social compliance. BSCI, FDA and LFGB documents can be supplied for your destination market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a 7 piece knife set have seven knives?
Usually not. Most 7 piece sets count knives, scissors, a sharpening tool and the block together. Some models, like HS3078, are seven knives plus a holder. The packing list is on each product page.
Is the knife block counted as one of the seven pieces?
In most knife block sets, yes. We label every set with the exact contents so buyers and end customers see the same count.
Why do some 7 piece knife sets list fewer than seven items?
Brands count pieces differently. Some count the block and some count scissors or a sharpener. We list every item on the product page so the count matches what the buyer receives.
What is a typical 7 piece knife block set?
Four or five knives (chef, bread, utility, paring, sometimes slicing or santoku), plus scissors or a sharpening steel, plus a wooden block.
Which 7 piece knife set has a magnetic holder?
HS3078 and HS1001 both come with a magnetic wooden holder.
Is a knife set with a built-in sharpener available?
Yes. We can make a block with a sharpening slot, or a set with a separate honing steel.
What steel and hardness do you offer?
3Cr13, 5Cr15MoV, Damascus, high-carbon and selected powdered steels. Typical hardness runs from HRC 50 to 61 depending on the steel and heat treatment.
What is the difference between forged and stamped knife sets?
Forged blades are shaped from heated steel bar and are heavier and better balanced. Stamped blades are cut from sheet steel and are lighter and lower in cost. Both work for a 7 piece set, depending on your price tier.
Can I choose my own seven pieces?
Yes. Send us your list and we will confirm the set through our OEM and ODM service.
Can I order a 7 piece set without the block?
Yes. We can make a knife-only set or replace the block with a magnetic holder or acrylic stand.
What is the MOQ?
MOQ is 10 sets.
Request a Wholesale Quote for 7 Piece Knife Sets
Contact Us the model number or your own seven-piece list, estimated quantity, steel and handle choice, logo and packaging needs, and destination market. We will reply with specifications, samples and pricing. You can also browse the product catalog first.