dalstrong knife set block - 18-pc colossal knife set - gladiator series -german hc steel - acacia wood stand (black handles) - nsf certified dalstrong the dalstrong gladiator series of blades are precision forged from a single piece of imported, premium quality, high-carbon, thyssenkrupp german x50crmov15 steel and expertly heat-treated. precisely tempered, each blade provides an ultra sharp edge with excellent wear and stain resistance. hand sharpened to between 16-18 degrees per side, the dalstrong gladiator series of blades are high performance tools for the professional kitchen, ensuring ultra-thin slices and cuts with minimal effort, maintenance or clean-up required. the knives further feature a beautiful, ergonomic and ambidextrous abs polymer handles in glacial white. the gladiator series knives are precisely balanced and carefully designed for maximum comfort and maneuverability. the hand polished bolster adds counter-weight and offers finger protection while the triple rivets (with signature dalstrong center rivet) ensure the highest level of strength and robustness. high performance tools for the professional kitchen, ensuring ultra-thin slicing and dicing with minimal effort, maintenance or clean up required. featuring a beautiful, ergonomic and ambidextrous imported black pakkawood handle imported from spain (laminated for extra strength, sanitation and water/stain resistance) the gladiator series is carefully designed for maximum comfort and maneuverability. these knives are as pleasing to hold as it is to look at, featuring a perfectly engineered balance with a satisfying heft and presence. perfectly weighted to handle both thicker, heavy duty cuts and more delicate detail work. the hand polished bolster adds counter weight and offers finger protection, while the triple rivets (with signature dalstrong center rivet) in the handle ensures the highest level of strength and robustness.