Chef Revival knives are made by chefs and take into consideration all of the features preferred by professionals in the cooking industry. The Renaissance Series features traditional black Phenolic plastic handles that are seamless and ergonomically shaped for a smooth, comfortable grip. Each knife is precision crafted from high-carbon stainless steel. Each blade is forged, and designed with an ultra thin, super-sharp cutting edge that extends all the way from the tip of the blade to the heel, enabling you to sharpen the full length as needed. A shorter bolster and curved handle provide maximum comfort during use. The selection of open stock knives is varied enough to satisfy the most discerning cook. Choose from staples, such as the 10-inch chef's knife, 10-inch slicing knife, and 3-1/2-inch paring knife, to specialty knives such as a 7-inch fillet knife, stiff and flexible boning knives, and a 3-1/2-inch sheep's foot paring knife. A unique wire and glass stand is also available to hold up to five of your favorite knives within easy reach. The space-saving design of the knife stand is remarkable. The blades slide into place between two panels of glass, allowing full view so there's no guesswork when it comes to reaching for a particular knife. The weighted 11x3.5-inch base takes up only a small amount of space on the counter and protects the blades from rubbing against each other or against other items in a drawer.