The Shun Classic 7-Piece Essential Block Set gives you all the must-have pieces of kitchen cutlery in one beautiful bamboo block. In addition to key pieces like the Shun Classic 3.5-in. Paring, 6-in. Utility, and 8-in. Chef's Knives, the set also includes the 9-in. Bread Knife with its wide serrations and the handy Herb Shears. The shears are perfect for snipping herbs, of course, but you will be amazed at how often they come in handy for other things, too. The included 9-in. Combination Honing Steel helps maintain your knives beautifully. This essential set comes in its own laminated bamboo block with extra open slots so you can continue to expand your Shun Classic collection. The bamboo block offers easy-care performance.

• This elegant set provides the essential knives and kitchen tools for a well-equipped kitchen
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony PakkaWood® handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan