Received my knife set ahead of the scheduled delivery, which is always a pleasant surprise.  Have not used them yet but they seem very sharp, which is so very important in cutlery.  The construction of the block and handles are good quality and will be easy to clean since they are on the counter right next to the sink.  My old butcher block was wood-finished and after years of water splashing and cleaning the block, it became raw and dull looking.  Not sure about serrated knives since my Chicago Cutlery set had smooth-edged knives but then I think about getting a steak knife in a restaurant and they are always serrated, so I am sure they will be great!