Cuisinart 15-Piece Knife Block Set

My husband bought these for me after I searched for a knife set that was functional, affordable and attractive. I liked that the block was grey as that is the color of my kitchen. I was excited when I got them home until I saw the handle of one of the knives. Cracked! I figured maybe they tightened the rivet too much or something, no big deal, I’ll exchange them. Second set comes and I find 5 more knives with cracks in the handle. Realized it wasn’t a fluke the first time and these knives are cheap and not durable at all!! I have returned them to Amazon which is taking FOREVER and I now don’t have a knife set and I don’t have my money back yet!! I will go with Chicago Cutlery solid stainless steel knives when I get my money back!! If that ever happens!!