Knives are clearly well made and seem sturdy, well-balanced, and agile. My favorite is the serrated utility knife, which seems fitting for just about everything without being unwieldy like a bread knife. As others have shared, all knives are made in Germany, but kitchen shears, block, and sharpening rod are not. My only qualm is that the "lifetime warranty" does not cover normal wear and tear, even with prescribed use. Excited to keep using these knives for years to come! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]