CUTCO Model 1818 Homemaker Set + 8 with #1725 full size chef knife...............18 High Carbon Stainless knives & forks with Classic Dark Brown (often called "Black") handles in factory-sealed plastic bags............#1748 Honey Finish Oak knife block, #82 Sharpener, and 10" x 13" Poly Prep cutting board also included. Full Tang, Triple Rivet Construction --- High Quality Nickel-Silver Alloy Rivets. Highly engineered thermo-resin ergonomic handles will not crack, chip, fade or absorb material CUTCO Forever Guarantee provides for free sharpening and replacement forever Manufactured in the USA by American craftworkers Strength and durability mean these will be used for seasons to come.