Customer Reviews for ZWILLING - Henckels Opus 45-pc 18/10 Flatware Set - Stainless Steel
Customer Rating
5
A Really Solid 18/10 Flatware Set
on September 9, 2026
Posted by: JenniL
Frequency of use:Daily
I’m very Type A about purchases like this, so I did a ridiculous amount of research before choosing new flatware. I knew I wanted 18/10 stainless steel, which narrowed things down quite a bit. I ended up ordering three different sets to compare in person, and the Zwilling Opus was the one I kept.
The first thing I noticed was how much better the finish was. Everything was smooth, with no rough or sharp edges. One of the other sets I ordered had scratches, tiny rust spots, and a fork with such a jagged edge that I wouldn’t have wanted to put it in my mouth. After seeing that, I appreciated how nicely finished the Opus was even more.
I also really like the weight. They have a nice heft to them and feel substantial without being too heavy. The spoons are a good size, and the knife was the most comfortable of the three sets I tried. The shape is a little less traditional, but it feels really good in the hand.
I also liked that I can buy another full place setting or individual pieces later instead of having to buy another whole boxed set. Opus has been around for a long time and has reviews going back nearly 20 years, so I’m hopeful that if I lose a fork or spoon years from now, I’ll still be able to replace it.
I only have two small complaints. The ends of the handles are narrow enough that they sometimes slip into the grates in the flatware section of my dishwasher and get a little stuck. I also wish the dinner fork looked a little more different from the salad fork. It’s basically the same shape, just bigger, and I would have preferred longer, slimmer tines.
Those are both minor things, though. I’m happy with the set and, after comparing all three in person, I’m glad this is the one I kept.
The luster on this silverware set doesn’t lose it’s shine and doesn’t scratch easily. The larger serving pieces have already come in handy several times. Highly recommend