We bought this set for my daughter for a xmas gift because my wife and I have been using this brand for years and they are a very good quality knife. They hold a good sharp edge for long periods of time and have a great feel and heft. We don't wash them in our dishwasher, we prefer to wash them by hand to prevent damage to the handles. I highly recommend this knives if you are in the market as they will last a lifetime without worry. I also recommend investing in a good knife sharping system to keep them at peak performance.