For those who prefer an elegant, timeless design, meet our bestselling, green pakkawood–handled, Japanese Damascus steel HexClad knives. Their look is the definition of style–as striking in a modern kitchen as a rustic one–and we cut no corners in making them. Think: 67 layers of Damascus steel. Twelve degree blade sharpness. Rockwell ratings of 60 or higher. The knives themselves boast ergonomically designed handles of green pakkawood, which is rather rare. We also treated the handles with anti-shrinking technology, for added durability. The magnetic walnut block will help protect blades and keep them sharp while conserving precious counter space. This essential knife set will speed your prep work and level up your cooking prowess. What’s Included? Magnetic Walnut Knife Block 8" Chef’s Knife 7" Santoku Knife 5" Utility Knife 3.5" Paring Knife 8” Serrated Bread Knife 9" Honing Steel Read More Features a rare green pakkawood handle, which has a gentle, ergonomically satisfying design. Blades comprise 67 layers of Japanese Damascus steel for a harder blade–60 Rockwell rating–and a sharper edge that stays sharp longer, for effortless slicing. Made utilizing the 3-step Honbazuke method–an advanced heat treatment to enhance hardness, flexibility, and corrosion resistance–for a super-sharp, 12-degree edge. High-quality pakkawood handles eature anti-shrinking technology for long-term performance in the kitchen. Magnetic walnut knife block has embedded, industrial-strength magnetic strips to securely hold each knife and maintain sharpness without dulling blades. Magnetic Walnut Knife BlockIndustrial-strength magnetized strips embedded in the wood hold your knives firmly in place so you can spend less time rummaging and more time slicing and dicing. This space-saving storage solution makes a functionally chic addition to any kitchen.8" Chef's Knife  Meet your new go-to. Powerful and versatile, our chef’s knife features an astonishingly sharp cutting edge that tapers to a precision tip. With an ergonomic handle and ideal balance, you’ll slice through hard vegetables or finely trim proteins with ease.8" Serrated Bread KnifeOur bread knife slices through crusts without crushing them and then glides through the delicate interior. The wide serrations provide grip and smooth cutting action, whether you’re slicing a day-old artisanal loaf or shaping a cake sponge right out of the oven.7" Santoku KnifeA true triple-threat, our santoku knife makes easy work of chopping, dicing, and mincing. With a shorter blade than a chef’s knife, it’s ideal for fast, precision cuts. The wide face and sheepsfoot design (no point) also make it great for scooping ingredients.    5" Utility KnifeOur utility knife puts an incredibly sharp edge in a smaller and extremely convenient form factor. Whether you’re slicing proteins, herbs, or a sandwich, this knife is a kitchen workhorse that’s easy for beginners to handle and experts to master.3.5" Paring KnifeFrom peeling and cutting small fruits and vegetables to deveining shrimp, our paring knife sets the bar for precision performance. Short on the blade, but long on capabilities, it puts total confidence and control in the palm of your hand.9" Honing SteelKeep your edge with a HexClad honing steel. It’s perfectly normal for premium steel blades—even ones made from Japanese Damascus steel—to feel less smooth in time. Occasional honing helps realign the microscopic ‘teeth’ of the knife edge for optimal cutting performance. *Free shipping to contiguous US Read Less