Curved bolster acts as an extension of the hand. Encourages cutting with improved precision safety and comfort. SIGMAFORGE knife is forged from a single piece of Special Formula High Carbon NO STAIN steel. Ice-hardened FRIODUR blades stay sharper longer with superior resilience. Precision-honed blade and laser-controlled edge. Full tang construction. Recommend hand wash. Includes: 4" Paring knife. 5.5" Prep knife. 8" Chef's knife. 8" Bread knife. Kitchen shears. Sharpening steel. Knife block with 6 steak knife slots (NOT included).