Each piece is made of Friodur ice hardened high carbon no-stain steel blades. Long-lasting cutting edge stays sharper longer. Each slot of the knife block boasts a built-in self-sharpening system. Simply putting the cutlery away keeps each knife perfectly sharp. Full rat tail tang extends into the handle. Handles are made of high-impact polypropylene. Forged from 1 piece of steel. Dishwasher safe. Includes: 4" Parer. 5" Utility knife. 5.5" Fine edge prep knife. 8" Chefs knife. 8" Bread knife. Kitchen shears. Hardwood self-sharpening storage block.