Ginsu 14-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Block Set, with Black Block 14-piece block set with kitchen shears Knives forged in Japanese 420 series stainless steel; satin finish on blades and handles Full tang; blades are serrated on both sides for clean cuts for left- and right- handed users Knives store in painted hardwood block; knives never need sharpening and are dishwasher- safe Knife block measures 8-1/2 by 6 inches and weighs 9 pounds; limited lifetime warranty