This block has everything knife you need in a kitchen.  Pro knives are made from German Special Formula Steel and forged from one piece of steel so durable for a lifetime.  The bolster is curved and perfect to hold with pinch grip.  The knives are also ice hardened which translates to the blade starting sharp and staying sharper longer. The block has a full size santoku and a 5" serrated utility, these knives are never in a block.  Added bonus, it has 6 steak knives, the same quality and make as the top knives.  Love the richness of the walnut block.