Chicago Cutlery Onyx 10-Piece Knife Set High-carbon stainless steel creates a stronger, harder blade resisting stains, rust and pitting Full metal tang extends from the tip of the blade to the end of the knife forming part of the handle; provides added strength, balance, and control Triple compression stainless steel rivets secure the handles to the blade for increased safety and stability Full metal tang extends from the tip of the blade to the end of the knife forming part of the handle; provides added strength, balance, and control Forged bolster keeps your fingers from running up on the blade It also increases weight, balance and safety