This is a 5-knife Renaissance Collection from MERCER CULINARY with a wood and tempered glass block. Tempered glass is durable, cleans up easily, and allows for knife blades to be seen for quick selection. Attractive beech wood provides an elegant and modern look with a sleek, minimal foot print. The block only takes up an 8-Inch by 3 and a 1/4-Inch space on the counter. One piece, fully forged German steel knives for long lasting sharpness, and increased efficiency when cutting and chopping.