very pleased / good value for it's price range
I have many higher end, expensive knives with ice hardened steel that I cherish ...however, I was looking for a set of decent steak knives that wouldn't break the bank....AND keep a good edge. These are probably one of the best value per dollar items in their price range. Forged, hardened steel, (tho not ice hardened) a bolster and full tang...all at a reasonable price! I use a professional electric sharpener on all my knives....so I don't know if those of you with just a sharpening steel will have as good an edge lasting on "your" knives. Bottom line, from my position....I did a lot of research on reasonably priced steak knife sets that met the above conditions and after multiple months of usage I have no regrests with these knives. Do keep your knives in a wooden block and PLEASE hand wash and dry them quickly, remember to sharpen them regularly....if you follow these steps you will have many good years from all your knives.