Wusthof Gourmet 5-Piece Essential Knife Set 5-Piece Essential Set includes a 3-inch parer, 4-1/2-inch utility knife, 6-inch cook's knife, two-stage sharpener, and come-apart kitchen shears Each blade was laser cut from high-carbon, no-stain steel in Solingen, Germany, cutlery capital of the world The knives' unique compound angles taper from spines to edges for extreme sharpness and taper from bolsters to tips for strength and flexibility Riveted handle with contoured shape for comfort and control Washing by hand is recommended for best care