We received this set as a gift. We had always heard Henckels was a great brand and it's absolutely true. The knives were carefully packed in the box to make sure there was no shipping damage. This set included a paring knife, utility knife, chef's knife, six steak knives, kitchen scissors, a honing steel and a beautiful wood block to store everything. The knives are light but very sharp. They are well balanced, feel comfortable in the hand and are easy to use. We look forward to using these for years!