The original Wasabi series featured traditional Japanese single-bevel blade styling for precision cutting. Our Wasabi Black series retains those classic styles, but adds a selection of double-beveled European blade styles - including a Paring Knife, Utility Knife, and Chef's Knife, as well as a new Bread Knife. All Wasabi blades are made of Daido 1K6 high-carbon stainless steel for superior sharpness and edge retention. The blades are graze-finished which produces a beautiful, brushed-look. The knives are completed with smooth, black polypropylene handles, giving them a very contemporary look and feel. The blades are enraved with the Japanese characters for Wasabi, which means harmony and tranquility. The Wasabi series is sure to bring harmony and tranquility to your kitchen. This 10 piece set includes: 4 Paring Knife, 6 Utility Knife, 8 Chefs Knife, 9 Bread Knife, 6 1/2 Nakiri Knife, 6 1/2 Santoku, 9 1/2 Yanagiba Knife, Shears, Honing Steel, and a limited edition Ken Onion Knife Block. This beautiful block fits both our Wasabi knives and our Ken Onion knives-you'll enjoy the versatility and ability to add more Shun Cutlery to your kitchen arsenal! And the smaller block footprint means more counter-space for your kitchen. You're sure to appreciate the thought we've put into this Amazon exclusive. ....read more