Any set that has the two 'big' knives - 8-inch chef's and 7-inch santoku, is a good set in my book. The two knives cover most of the food prep you will ever do, and if you have both of them, then two people can work in the kitchen together. Rounding out this set is a good collection of specialty knives including two serrated knives that cover everything from tomatoes to big loaves of bread.

The Signature line of stamped knives is made Germany from one of Zwilling's top quality steels. These knives are made with German craftsmanship and precision. Lighter than forged knives, this line is very popular. The sculpted handles fold into the palm of most people’s hands comfortably. The steel is strong, stable and holds an edge well. They can be and should be sharpened regularly. I recommend hand washing so they always look like new; but they are dishwasher safe.