I really like the Zwilling Pro line. The German made forged German stainless steel blades are super sharp and hold their edge. I love the curved bolster. It really encourages me to hold the knives properly making them an extension of my arm. I find I get much more accurate slices this way. The curve on the front of the chefs knife makes slicing a dream. The block is made just for these knives. They nestle in perfectly. Im glad there are open slots for me to expand my collection.