This is the third (yes, third) set of these that I have purchased. I purchased the original set 9 years ago and love it. Holds its sharp edge well. Husband says they sharpen easily. Full tang for durability. Like the way the one-piece tang covers the knife end of the handle for cleanliness. Purchased a second set due to a few lost knives and a third for my daughter for a gift because I like mine so well.