Features:

• 14-piece knife block set includes 8-inch chef, 8-inch slicer, 3-1/2-inch parer, 5-inch utility, 4-inch Santoku, 8-inch bread, sharpening tool, 6 steak knives, and wood block
• Sharp, stainless-steel blades are stain-proof and hardened for strength
• Black, ergonomically correct, nonslip rubber handles provide a safe, secure grip
• Sharpening tool keeps all the edges in order; everything fits neatly into convenient wood block
• Dishwasher safe, but washing by hand recommended; lifetime warranty

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
OXO Good Grips Professional Cutlery features the perfect balance of professional quality cutting with soft, comfortable grip. Sharp, stainless steel blades are hardened for strength and the blades are full-tang for durability and proper balance. Soft, non-slip handles cushion your hands and provide a safe secure grip. From the Oxo Good Grips line, this 14 piece cutlery set features knives with sharp, no-stain blades that are hardened to make them strong and durable. The full tang blades are properly balanced and are tapered to glide easily through food.

Rating : - Good for your average home kitchen...
I always read reviews on Amazon before I make a purchase. I am glad that I went with this kife block set by Oxo. The knives are very sharp for your typical home cooking. They are comfortable to hold and seem to be very sturdy. I had read that there are a few empty slots in the block, so I additionally had purchased the 6-in. Chef's knife and the 6 1/2-in. Santoku knife with my order. I placed a pair of kitchen shears that I alread have, in the bottom slot. So, I have a full set of very nice knives. I also purchased the 'Furi Ozitech Diamond Fingers Pro Knife Sharpener' after reading reviews about it. It easy for me to use and works really well on the knives.