SET INCLUDES: Classic Blonde Chef’s Knife 8-inch (DM0706W); Bread Knife 9-in (DM0705W); and Paring Knife 3.5-inch (DM0700W). KNIFE USES: The Chef’s Knife is the perfect all-purpose kitchen knife. It's ideal for preparing fruit, vegetables, meat and more; The Bread Knife has razor-sharp, wide, low frequency serrations that allow the user to gently saw through the bread without crushing or tearing and with much less crumbing; and the Paring Knife is used for peeling, trimming, making decorative cuts, or even for cutting small foods like shallots or garlic. HIGH QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Constructed from Shun's proprietary VG-MAX core is durable, wear, and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side. BEAUTIFUL, DURABLE HANDLE: D-shaped ebony-finished Blonde Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left and right-handed users; durable. TRADITIONAL, ARTISAN CUTLERY: Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted In Japan by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty.