I like the feel of slanted bolster.  It allow my hand to feel more comfortable while using it.  I do wish the 7” blade of the chef’s knife were a 1/2 inch deeper at the bolster to better accommodate my grip.  I think I may have preferred a 8 or 9 inch knife but this is what came in the set. (Zwilling, please let me know if that is a possibility). I do appreciate the sharpness for slicing.  It makes it almost effortless.  The paring knife is a dream to use as the accuracy and deftness that one can maintain is phenomenal. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]