The largest block set in the SCANPAN Classic range, this comprehensive 15 piece set includes 6 x 12cm steak knives, a 9cm paring knife, 11.cm vegetable knife, 15cm utility knife, 20cm bread knife, 20cm chef's knife, 20cm carving knife, 15cm carving fork and sharpening steel all in a beechwood block SCANPAN has rejuvenated their current popular Classic knives by upgrading the range with an elegant and sleek design - the Classic knife range has been modernised and the performance enhanced. The Classic knives are perfectly balanced with a new ergonomic bolster to improve chopping grip. Each knife is crafted from the finest grade German stainless steel , the blade thickness for optimised weight.The blade is flawlessly taper ground to a "hairline finish" to increase corrosion resistance. Finally, the blade is manufactured to Rockwell test standards to ensure that it's tempered and hardened to perfection with a hardness scale of HRC 56-57 All SCANPAN Knife sets and individual knives are guaranteed for 10 years. Features Finest quality German stainless steel Superior "Hairline Finish" taper ground cutting edge Hardness tested to HRC 56-57 Genuine Danish design Perfectly weighted and balanced Ergonomic trilobal handle design Rounded back of knife blade for increased finger comfort New ergonomic bolster improves chopping grip Maintenance & Care SCANPAN Classic Knives will last a lifetime if afforded proper care. To avoid accidental injury and blade damage, treat knives with respect and always handle with due care Cutting on a soft, non abrasive surface such as a timber or plastic cutting board will help prevent premature dulling of the blade Regular use of a SCANPAN Classic Diamond Sharpening Steel will ensure that your knives retain their keen razor sharp edge All SCANPAN Classic knives are dishwasher safe however due to the harsh nature of the machine cleansing process, we recommend that you hand wash your knife and dry it with a towel Use a storage block to house your knives and protect the blades. Never store cutlery pieces loose in a drawer