My husband and I got a Henckel's 6" chef's knife and 4"  utility knife as wedding gifts when we married in 1975 and they're still the most used and dependable tools of my kitchen. I sharpen them once a month and they hold an edge, even though I cook once or twice a day. These knives have prepped thousands of good meals over the past 55 years. I'm giving the boys our originals and buying myself some new ones to celebrate.