Hi, do the knives come with the wooden block?

Yes. All the knives and sharpener have a place and there is a slot for kitchen scissors.

Is this eversharp? i.e., never gets blunt

All knives get dull from use, good steel can be sharpened to a razor edge and hold it until abused. Knife sharpening is an art, my preference is the Eze Lap diamond honing kit: http://www.amazon.com/EZE-LAP-PAK5-Color-Coded-Diamond/dp/B002RL83DQ/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1438790611&sr=8-5&keywords=eze-lap

How heavy are these knives? I want to buy it for my mum who is in her 60s

they are no heavier than any other knives of a similar construction. They are very easy to use and extremely sharp. The wooden case is heavy which assists in the removal of the knives. My wife thinks that they are great and she is in her 60's.

Isn't the wooden block unhygienic??

Wood has natural anti bacterial qualities plus one would assume you are only putting clean knives in the block. I have always used wood knife blocks, chopping boards also.

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1001385 J. A. Henckels Pollux 7-Piece Block Set, Steel, Black, 28.0 cm114.5 cm11.0 cm

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Blade edge
Plain
Blade material
Stainless
Brand
ZWILLING
Colour
Black
Item dimensions L x W x H
114.5 x 11 x

🔪7-piece precision set

♻️Dishwasher safe

🛡️FRIODUR ice-hardened blade

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🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with precision and style!

SPACE SMART STORAGE - Compact 7-piece block keeps your kitchen organized and stylish
SLEEK MODERN DESIGN - Stamped high-carbon stainless steel with a seamless black finish
UNMATCHED DURABILITY - FRIODUR ice-hardened blades resist corrosion and stay sharper longer
EFFORTLESS MAINTENANCE - Dishwasher safe for convenience, though hand washing preserves longevity
PRECISION IN EVERY CUT - 7 expertly crafted knives for all your culinary needs

The Zwilling J. A. Henckels Pollux 7-Piece Block Set features high-carbon stainless steel stamped blades with FRIODUR ice-hardening for superior edge retention and corrosion resistance. This sleek black knife set includes seven essential knives housed in a compact block, designed for both professional performance and modern kitchen aesthetics. Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning, it’s a durable, stylish upgrade for any culinary enthusiast.

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ASIN	B000UP8CYG
Best Sellers Rank	541,059 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 418 in Kitchen Knife Sets
Blade Edge	Plain
Blade Material Type	Stainless Steel
Brand Name	ZWILLING
Colour	Black
Construction Type	Stamped
Country Of Origin	China
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (415)
Global Trade Identification Number	04009839220104
Handle Material	Stainless Steel,Steel
Included Components	7 knives, 1 knife block
Is the item dishwasher safe?	Yes
Item Dimensions	114.5 x 11 x 28 centimetres
Item Length	114 Centimetres
Item Type Name	Zwilling J. A. Henckels Pollux 7-Piece Block Set
Item Weight	2.58 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Zwilling J. A. Henckels
Manufacturer Part Number	1006793
Model Number	1001385
Number of Items	7
Set Name	Pollux
Style Name	Knife Block
Unit Count	7.0 count

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1001385 J. A. Henckels Pollux 7-Piece Block Set, Steel, Black, 28.0 cm*114.5 cm*11.0 cm

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1001385 J. A. Henckels Pollux 7-Piece Block Set, Steel, Black, 28.0 cm114.5 cm11.0 cm