We JUST got this set and have only used it a couple times.  The knives are top notch and very solid. I love the stability of the hold. One minor concern I have is with the finish on the block. The angle of the block is really convenient. I am just familiar with the finish on it and completely see my self stabbing it a few times resulting in white dots. I hope I'm wrong but if I am, getting a new block shouldn't be a big deal. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]