Finally decided to gift myself with a good set of professional knives, so glad I did.  I now have every possible knife I use in the kitchen, including the best quality steak knives I've ever used.   The knives have the traditional look I prefer, and the edge retention is fabulous.  Spent more than I have on previous blocks, but I know these will last a lond time, and love that they have a lifetime guarantee!  Should have treated myself years ago.