From Victorinox comes this 17-slot Bamboo Knife Block - part of their Forged Professional line. 17-slot Bamboo Knife BlockPremium grade ecologically friendly bamboo block with an exquisite natural finish to protect from stains and splatters. The block is free from artificial dyes and stains and more durable than maple. Size: 10 x 6-1/4 x 8-in. tallAbout Victorinox Cutlery...The new forged kitchen knife range from VictorinoxForged Knives for the well-equipped kitchen. "Perfectly balanced" are the best words to describe the new forged kitchen knife range from Victorinox the knife manufacturer from the Swiss Knife Valley. With ergonomic handles and excellent steel these knives are beautiful to look at and elegantly shaped. They are forged in Solingen Germany according to the specifications of the Victorinox designers. Not only are these knives attractive in appearance they are also perfectly suited to every kitchen application. The renowned Victorinox sharpness is guaranteed with all these knives as the blades are sharpened twice and the blade edges laser tested.Made in Solingen Germany and then polished finished and sharpened in Switzerland. Made of high carbon stainless steel - Molybdenum/Vanadium (X50CrMo V15 steel) providing maximum sharpness and edge retention. Ice tempered to create a hardened blade that will sustain its sharpness longer and give desired effect when re-sharpened. Traditional hot-drop forging creates a superior steel product with increased elasticity and maximum internal strength.Victorinox quality polish finish and famous edge. Single piece full tang construction and bolsterless edge for use of entire blade and ease of sharpening. Three handle sizes for precise functionality with a triple rivet handle with rounded shape that is ergonomically designed to provide optimum weight balance and comfort. Plastic over molded (POM) handles made of Poly Oxy Methylene will hold its shape and will not crack or separate from blade. Lifetime Warranty.Because a single knife cannot do every job Victorinox supplies a range of tools to perfectly meet every requirement. For preparing and cutting small vegetables a short rigid blade is required. For cutting bread and tomatoes or carving a roast a serrated knife is the recommended tool. For effortless slicing kitchen professionals need a knife with a smooth blade and a large kitchen knife is a useful tool not just for cutting but also for finely chopping herbs and onions. Kitchen knives and Santoku knives are truly multi-functional tools and invaluable kitchen helpers.