This is a beautiful old set of German knives. I don't believe they have ever been used. I'm not sure what the stuff on the handle is. It is non-magnetic. I believe the inlay is silver. It says on the tang - N. SCHREIBER & SONS SOLINGEN-GERMANY STAINLESS. This sale consists of the 6 knives and the original case. Please check pics, they are part of the description. I will ship immediately. Shipping is FREE to the lower 48. I believe that first class though includes Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. I accept PayPal and any kind of a check. Check will have to clear before I ship. Any questions, please ask.