Contemporary design with a view-through magnetic storage block and striking zebra wood block and handles distinguishes this sophisticated cutlery collection. Knife blades are fully forged German stainless steel with an 18-degree angle and West African wood handles that will develop a rich patina over time. The universal block stands upright, displaying this and other cutlery clearly while protecting it behind acrylic panels. Block set offers and knife for every need. Zebra wood's medium to coarse texture and interlocking grain makes a natural for tool handles and develops a rich patina over time.

The set includes:

• 8.5" chef, 8" bread, 8" slicer, 7.5" santoku, 6" tomato/bagel, 4" paring, 7" boning, 5"steak knives; two-stage sharpener; and knife block.