Cuisinart classic forged triple rivet cutlery possesses superior high-carbon stainless steel blades for precision and accuracy. Packaged in a 15-Piece block and open stock these extraordinary knives have tapered ground blades that narrow gradually to an extremely sharp fine edge. Constructed for perfect stability and control the knives are designed with an extra-wide forged safety bolster and stainless steel rivets securing the blade to the comfortable handle. Set includes: 8 chef 8 slicing 7 Santoku 5.5 serrated Utility 3.5 Paring and 2.75 Bird s beak Paring knives. Also includes 4.5 stainless steel forged steak knives (6) and 8 sharpening steel all-purpose shears and the wood block for storage Superior high-carbon stainless steel blades for precision and accuracy Forged durable extra-wide safety bolster for perfect stability and control Stainless steel rivets to secure the full-tang blade to the ergonomically designed handle