Really enjoying using the knives I purchased. They look well made and are comfortable and easy to use. The wooden handles (I got an olive and a yew) look fantastic as well. Super sharp. Couldn't be ha... See more
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I promptly received my made-to-order set of knives—including filleting, slicing, tourné, tomato, soft cheese knives, and a sharpener—and found the pricing fair and well worth it. I've been using them... See more
Communication was excellent from the start. I received an email telling me the estimated delivery time and when I asked if I'd receive it in time for Christmas I received an email to reassure me I w... See more
I bought a full set of knives more than ten years ago. With the exception of the small serrated knife, which has been worked so hard that it has become a paring knife and was replaced, and the sharpen... See more
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Samuel Staniforth LTD is a renowned business with a long history of knife making, based in Sheffield, England. Having been Founded in 1864, the company’s longevity is a true testament to not only the quality of its products but also the quality of its customer care. Known as the “steel city” and the birthplace of stainless steel, Sheffield has been a world leader in knife making for centuries. Samuel Staniforth ltd looks to continue this legacy.
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Samuel Staniforth Ltd, Smithfield Works, old Lane, S20 3GZ, Sheffield, United Kingdom
- 01142488250
- info@s-staniforth.co.uk
- www.s-staniforth.co.uk
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Excellent quality product
Excellent quality product
Rapid response to email query
These knives make an wonderful present
Rapid delivery
July 2, 2026
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Beautifully made and good service.
May 21, 2026
The product is lovely
The product is lovely. The company delivered when promised. What more can you ask for?!
June 16, 2026
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Fantastic knives
Really enjoying using the knives I purchased. They look well made and are comfortable and easy to use. The wooden handles (I got an olive and a yew) look fantastic as well. Super sharp. Couldn't be happier. Despite the knives being made to order, they came surprisingly fast.
June 16, 2026
Very happy cVery happy customer thank you.ustomer thank you.
Very happy customer thank you.
June 1, 2026
Great product and personally delivered…
Great product and personally delivered to avoid any complications with the post. Very impressed.
May 26, 2026
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British made.A quality product made to…
British made.A quality product made to a standard not a price.
May 20, 2026
Quality Carving Knife
I try to support British Industry so to buy knives made in Sheffield is important.
A qualityproduct and fast delivery.
May 19, 2026
Great service .
Great service .
Beautiful knife .extremely difficult to open and close the knife but still a great knife
May 5, 2026
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Well made product
Well made product. Would have prefered it to be better sharpened but that's just me being lazy.
April 29, 2026
Prompt response
Prompt response, high quality product. Exactly what I wanted and very quick delivery. What more could anyone want?
April 29, 2026
Quality knives.
The knives I ordered were of fantastic quality, I would certainly buy again. The only issue I had, was that the company took a long time to dispatch. I sent a email to chase dispatch date, and I had a very quick response from the Managing Director, who very kindly arranged a quick despatch. I was very impressed. Fantastic knives. Thank you.
April 14, 2026
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High quality, durable, knives at a good price.
I bought a full set of knives more than ten years ago. With the exception of the small serrated knife, which has been worked so hard that it has become a paring knife and was replaced, and the sharpening steel, they all look and perform like the day they were first delivered.
April 14, 2026
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