This 9-Piece set includes the following eight knives: (G-4) 7-in. Asian chef's knife for all purpose work (G-3) 8.25-in. carving knife for slicing and carving meat (G-9) 8.75-in. bread knife (GS-3) 5.25-in. utility knife for simple snacks (GS-5) 5.5-in. vegetable knife for all purpose prep work (GS-7) 4-in. paring spear (GS14) 8-in. serrated utility knife is ideal for slicing into foods with a thick or tough skin (GSF15) 3-in. paring knife for peeling and coring The stylish cutlery block keeps your prized Global knives safely contained in one place. That way, your knives aren't left lying around in a drawer. The cutlery block is made of stainless steel and has 11 slots to accommodate 10 knives and 1 slot for the diamond sharpening steel. Loved by professional chefs around the world, Global knives are an excellent choice for the serious home cook. The thin and razor sharp Global blade allows the cook to cleanly slice through foods, preserving the integrity of the ingredient and maximizing its flavor. The majority of Global knives are ground to a straight point rather than the western style of beveling the edge. To balance their knives Global uses a hollow handle that is filled with just the right amount of sand to create the correct balance. The handle has its own unique darkened dimples for a non-slip grip. Because the knives are very light weight they reduce hand fatigue. Global knives have a smooth contour and seamless, all stainless construction that eliminates food and dirt traps. Global knifes are forged in Japan from CROMOVA 18 Stainless Steel, a blend of 18 percent chromium for good stain resistance plus molybdenum and vanadium which gives excellent edge retention.