Given as a gift and the receiver said she enjoyed the knives which retained their sharpness as well as well balanced.

Great set of knives for the price. Many reviewers previously are giving a bad review for rust after dishwashing. The cleaning instructions clearly state, "wash by hand."

You can’t go wrong with this set. The block does take up some space on the countertop due to the larger knives. I put it next to the refrigerator where it is not as noticeable. Each piece is very well constructed and not too heavy.

These knives effortlessly slice through whatever you are cutting. It makes food prep so much easier. The knives are well made and very sharp! I am very pleased and would definitely recommend that you purchase this set.

I will start this with that I have never had a self sharpenig knife set before. It is a game changer. Keeps the knives that get used all the time sharp and ready to use. The block they go in is great for keeping them safe in 1 space.

"Most of Zwilling's higher end knives are manufactured in Solingen, Germany, while others, including Henckels branded knives are made in Spain and China." - Zwilling, Henckels

As described, bought as gift. She loves it do far.

Thought it was stainless and should not be rusting

They are beautiful love the wood to with built in sharpeners

the balance is incredible! be careful because they're very sharp! thank you!