This set is a great upgrade from my previous set that I owned for 15 years. The weight and handle design are good for my level of cooking - aspiring home chef. I purchased additional knives to add to the set and still have an empty slot so can collect another. The reason I gave 4 stars is because the block has a small crack at one of the knife slots and I don’t want the hassle of sending it all back. Missed in quality check, I guess.