Every serious cook needs a knife set that cuts, shears, slices and pares with ease and lasts a lifetime. Since 1814, Wusthof of Germany has created knives that are staples in the kitchens of home cooks and professional chefs because of their sharpness and consistency. The knives in this 7-piece Gourmet Block Set are designed with rustproof, high-carbon steel for reliable precision. Dishwasher safe, these knives last a lifetime. Handles are made from a high-impact resistant synthetic material. They come with a handsome oak slant block. This set includes:
Don't understand why a company in the buisness of making knives would skimp on the blade of all things. The blades on the gourmet set appear to finished on a belt sander. The edge also seems to be shaped on a belt sander; course and uneven. The average house wife my not notice or even care.
This is a gift for a relative who loves to use our Forschner knives when they visit. I'll have to sharpen these Wusthoff knives so that they at least perform at the same level as our Forschner's.
I'll keep my Forschner by Victornox thank you very much.