Sharpeners built into the block make sure all the knives in this 15-piece set remain razor sharp to chop, dice and pare like a chef. Integrated spring-loaded sharpeners glide smoothly along the blade each time knives are inserted or removed from the block, ensuring peak sharpness for every cutting task. Made of high-carbon stainless steel with full-tang construction, the knives are superstrong and perfectly balanced, equipped with ergonomic stainless steel handles that fit comfortably in hand. The set includes an 8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch bread knife, 6-inch utility knife, 5-inch santoku knife, 3.5-inch paring knife, eight steak knives and kitchen shears in a hardwood knife block with built-in sharpener.