After careful review, selected this set due to the quality of the pro knives and the stellar reputation of the Zwilling brand.  Beautiful walnut block...deep and rich in coloration; a beautiful addition to our kitchen!  Wishing we hadn't waited so long to purchase a quality set of knives.  Each knife is very well balanced feels good in my hand...cuts like a dream, too!  We had steak tonight and the steak knives cut thru the meat like butter.  Amazing!  If you're searching for a quality set of knives that will last a lifetime, look no further!