Arrived yesterday in a large very well packaged box, talk about precision wrapping of each item. Quite heavy. Exquisite craftsmanship on the wooden knife block adds to the appeal for those looking for something higher end than an entry level set. The box it ready for a bow, it's that nice! Knives etc, all exceeding my expectations. The 199.00 price was sweetened by a sale coupon that brought it down to 99.00 and yes, two day delivery all the way to my corner of the world. These items have no creases or crevices for water to get in and get rusty, one solid piece of ergonomic genius per knife. Tough duty shears and sharpening tool add to the quality of this long overdue purchase. The knives are extremely sharp fresh out of the box. The overall feel is both rich and functional with a good helping of visual appeal sitting on my countertop. Recommended for sure. Price, value, quality and appearance=Great!