If you're looking for premium quality knives but, at a great value, this is the perfect set. Includes many specialty knives not commonly included with most knife block sets. With a big family, the eight fine edge steak knives are quite sharp and work really well without shredding meat when cutting. I prefer a chef's knife with a bit more weight, but these knives still make my prep work easy. The handle is super comfortable if you have larger hands too. A nice addition to any kitchen!