High-carbon stainless steel blades for strength and durability. 18/8 stainless steel handles are perfectly weighted for optimum balance, control and professional performance. Set consists of: 8" chef, 8" bread, 8" slicer, 5" serrated utility, 4" utility, 3 1/4" parer, 8" sharpening steel, 8" shears, 6 - 4 1/2" steak knives and hardwood block.