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Matakumi
4-piece knife set

As part of our product test, we took a closer look at the 4-piece knife set from Matakumi. The set, consisting of an 8″ chef’s knife, a 7″ and 5″ Santoku knife and a 3.5″ paring knife, impresses with its versatility and quality. The blades made from robust German steel are durable and ideal for everyday use in the kitchen. Thanks to the high-quality workmanship, the knives offer excellent cutting performance, making precise slicing and chopping effortless. The Damascus design gives the blades a special visual touch, while the ergonomically shaped rosewood handles offer a high level of comfort and enable pleasant handling even when cutting for long periods of time. The Asian-inspired design combines functionality with stylish elegance and is a real eye-catcher in any kitchen. One small disadvantage is that the knives are best cleaned by hand due to their fine workmanship to ensure the longevity of the blades. The elegant packaging also makes the set the ideal gift for amateur and professional chefs who value quality and reliability.

  • Versatile in use
  • Ergonomic rosewood handle
  • Very sharp blades
  • Attractive Damascus design
  • Suitable as a gift box
  • Not dishwasher safe
  • Use of plastic film

The first impression

Packaging and contents

Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?

Product protection

Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected

100

Points

Sustainability Packaging

Unnecessary packaging waste was avoided, the plastic film could be replaced by a more environmentally friendly solution

80

Points

Package contents & scope

Complete

100

Points

Instructions for use

Product is self-explanatory, instructions for the various knives can be called up online

100

Points

TOTAL

95

Points

Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

The elegant packaging of the Matakumi knife set makes a high-quality impression and can also be used as a gift box. The box is made of recyclable material and has a compact design to avoid unnecessary waste and packaging material. The inside of the packaging is fully and efficiently structured to organise the individual components clearly and protect them during transport. The product is basically self-explanatory and information on the various properties and applications of the knives can be accessed online. One small point of criticism remains the use of plastic film around the packaging – this is not necessary and could be replaced by a more environmentally friendly solution.

The first time in your hand

Product processing and appearance

Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?

Visual appearance

Attractive Damascus blade design, elegant rosewood handles

100

Points

Processing

Very good workmanship

100

Points

Stability

Very stable

100

Points

Sustainability of the product

No details, but use of high-quality materials

70

Points

TOTAL

93

Points

Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

The 4-piece knife set from Matakumi impresses at first glance with its solid workmanship. The test showed that there are no visual flaws – the design looks modern and appealing. The Damascus look of the blades and the stylish rosewood handles give the knives an elegant yet traditional look. The first positive impression is confirmed by the high stability of the knives. They are pleasantly heavy in the hand, which ensures good balance and a secure grip . Even with moderate pressure, the blades remained dimensionally stable and showed no deformation. The use of high-quality materials indicates a durable and environmentally friendly solution, even if Matakumi does not provide any specific information on sustainability.

This is what our practical test showed

Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?

Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.

Cutting performance

Very sharp blades, versatility thanks to 4-piece set

100

Points

Handling and ergonomics

Comfortable to hold, ergonomic handles for ease of use

100

Points

Balance

Very good balance

100

Points

Precision

Precise cutting and chopping

100

Points

Cleaning and care

Easy to clean, not dishwasher safe

90

Points

TOTAL

98

Points

Weighting: 45%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

The 4-piece knife set from Matakumi was thoroughly convincing in our practical test. The knives delivered precise and clean cuts on a variety of foods such as meat, vegetables and fruit. The 8″ chef’s knife in particular proved to be versatile and efficient for larger cutting jobs, while the 3.5″ paring knife was ideal for finer work such as peeling and cutting fruit and small vegetables. The ergonomically shaped rosewood handles were comfortable to hold and offered a high level of comfort even during prolonged use. Even with wet hands, they ensured a secure grip that allowed for controlled work. The knives were characterised by a good balance, which made cutting easier and minimised strain on the wrists. The test also showed that the sharp blades made precise cuts possible, especially for fine work such as slicing thin slices of vegetables or herbs, but the 7″ Santoku knife was also capable of chopping larger ingredients. However, the knives must be cleaned by hand with warm water and washing-up liquid as they are not suitable for the dishwasher . This manual cleaning has proven to be useful in order to maintain the sharpness and longevity of the blades.

Overall, the Matakumi knife set offers good cutting performance, comfortable handling and a good balance, making it a practical addition for everyday use in the kitchen.

Test plan of the Prüfengel Institute

You can find a detailed insight into the evaluation criteria of the practical part of the test and the distribution of points here. If you are also interested in the evaluation of our other test criteria, please read our document on the evaluation process.

Price/performance ratio

and ratings from consumers

Finally, we analyse how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it?

Price / performance ratio

Very good performance in the lower price segment

90

Points

Rating cut

Not rated, as there are still too few customer reviews

TOTAL

90

Points

Weighting: 15%
*Themaximum score is 100 points

At the time of testing, the product had not been listed on Amazon for long enough. Therefore, the existing reviews do not sufficiently reflect the advantages and disadvantages of the product, so this point is neglected in the evaluation.

Prices of up to €99.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very affordable products are available from as little as €29.99 . The 4-piece knife set from Matakumi is therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of €39. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.

Overall result

1. packaging & contents

20%

95

Points

2. product processing & appearance

20%

93

Points

3. in the practical test

45%

98

Points

4. price/performance & consumer reviews

15%

90

Points

TOTAL

95

Points

*Themaximum score is 100 points

4-piece knife set
 of the brand 
Matakumi
achieved
95
Points in our test and therefore passed. The test was carried out in the test period
10/24
and is stored in our database under the licence number
240918002
. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.

The practical tests are based on careful observations and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test judgements reflect the personal impressions and opinions of the testers who try out the products in everyday use. We would like to emphasise that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and may reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The evaluations are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a serious and thorough testing procedure, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close co-operation with our testers.

The practical tests are based on careful observations and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test judgements reflect the personal impressions and opinions of the testers who try out the products in everyday use. We would like to emphasise that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and may reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The evaluations are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a serious and thorough testing procedure, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close co-operation with our testers.

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