A full bolster is included to assist with balance and hand protection during cutting and sharpening. This design is patented by the USPTO.
These full tang knives are handmade using X50CrMoV15 German Steel, known for its durability, stain resistance, and edge retention. Each blade undergoes an (ultra6) stage heat treatment to maintain strength and function. They are also hand sharpened to a 16-degree angle per side, with a HRC 58 +/- 2 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.
This set is designed to handle a variety of cutting tasks, including common kitchen tasks and more advanced prep work. They have been NSF International Certified and come with a Lifetime Warranty against manufacturer defects. It is recommended to wash the knives with warm water and a little detergent, rinse carefully, and dry with a towel.
The 6-piece set includes: 8" chef's knife, 8" bread knife, 7" santoku knife, 5" bread knife, 5" serrated utility knife, and a 5-slot acacia knife block. It's important to note that the storage block is counted as an individual piece.