I have always loved Henckles knives. When outfitting my kitchen i knew this was the way to go. These knives are super sharp and make food preperation a breeze. I love having a full set ready to go on my counter. I also love the color of the block. Not too light, not too dark. It adds a warmth to my kitchen. Having all of the steak knives included is also a big plus for my. I love everything matchy matchy.