The Classic cutlery line bears all the traits that Wüsthof knives are known for: impeccable construction, incredible sharpness, and long-lasting durability. Each Classic knife is precision-forged--blade, bolster, and tang--from a single piece of high-carbon, stain-resistant steel. The blade is tested by lasers and honed by hand, with computer-controlled front-to-back tapering, grinding, and polishing. A visible full tang--the blade¿s shaft runs the entire length of the handle--ensures excellent balance and strength. Classic handles are molded from a durable black synthetic called Hostaform-C with traditional triple riveting. The knives promise a lifetime of hard-working companionship in the kitchen. This Wüsthof Classic 8 piece block set is a great way to jumpstart your cutlery collection or begin overhauling your old set of knives. Designed to meet the most popular cutting demands, the set includes an 8-inch Cooks knife for chopping, and a 3.5-inch paring knife for coring, trimming, and peeling, 3-inch serrated parer which is also known as a bar knife. This sets also includes a 8-inch bread knife, 6-inch sandwich knife, kitchen shears. Wusthof also includes a 9-inch sharpening steel and an attractive oak block with a total of 17 slots so you can add specialty knives or your old favorites. Classic knives, though safe in the dishwasher, should be washed by hand for best results

Includes 3- and 3-1/2-inch paring knives, 6-inch sandwich knife, 8-inch cook¿s knife, 8-inch bread knife

Also 9-inch sharpening steel, kitchen shears, 17-slot oak storage block

Precision-forged from a single piece of high-carbon, stain-resistant steel

Steel bolster; full tang runs the length of the handles; synthetic handle secured with 3 rivets

Made in Solingen, Germany; dishwasher-safe; lifetime warranty