Instruct: Classify the given review as either positive or negative.
Query: Pro chef from Seattle, Wa.

I was very disappointed with the fact that these knives arrived so dull that I literally could not cut even an apple without undue force. I also felt that the ad was misleading in that it failed to state that this particular set was made in China! After reading mixed reviews, some by other pro chefs, I came to the conclusion that the chinese made versions are probaby a hit and miss gamble, thus the price. The french made knives are probably a better bet for your money. I'm just glad we didnt put our old knives (made in Taiwan) out to pasture too soon. I'm still relying on them until we can get these sharpenend or replaced.