These knives are super, super sharp! Even the steak knife will cut you if you aren’t careful. However, they are super easy to use, and perfect for chopping evenly and cleanly. The fit well in the hand and are lightweight. The built in sharpener makes it handy while cooking if you needed to touch up a knife or two- just do not sharpen them if they are wet. It will cause damage to the inside of the sharpening mechanism. 
I’m very happy with this set and see it lasting a very long time.