Purchased this block set as a wedding present and the couple is over the moon!  They love the curved bolster on the Pro line of knives.  Makes holding the knife so easy as well as comfortable.  The rounded blade makes cutting and chopping a breeze.
German high carbon steel is really top of the line, and the blades really hold on to an edge.  However, the self sharpening block is so easy to use and a sharp edge is one easy step away.
Great assortment of knives, including an  8" bread knife, which is not always available in a block set!  They really have all the knives they need to start their married life.