Stay on point with the long-lasting, versatile, high-performance cutlery in the Anolon alwayssharp(r) 8-piece Japanese steel knife block set with built-in sharpener featuring a built-in sharpening slot to keep knives honed to razor-sharp perfection and a selection of the most essential kitchen knives and a pair of Take-Apart kitchen shears, this set is designed for home chefs who want superior cutting without cutting corners and comes with its own solid wooden knife block for safe and stylish storage. Knives are stone-ground from top-quality, corrosion-resistant Japanese stainless steel, and feature a full tang design for superior strength, durability, and balance. The half-bolster construction increases cutting edge length while providing a counter-balanced blade that’s also easier to sharpen. Triple-riveted, contoured handles provide a comfortable hold for superior control and precision. For a complete kitchen knives set that delivers sharpened performance with superior strength, durability, and balance, reach for the Anolon always sharp 8-piece Japanese steel knife set. Knife block set with built-in sharpener.