Went to Knife Wear with 3 of the 8 to browse and learn. Ended up making the executive decision.
Went for the two on the right.
2 knives, 2 grinding stones, large cutting board, cutting lessons, magnetic cherry wood holder. Oh and a honing rod. I'm sure most of it could be purchased much cheaper online. But if they ever have issues, or want information i'm sure they will be treated well at Knife Wear. Thanks Westopher and everyone else for the helpful suggestions.
And no, I don't normally document my whole buying experience... But I had to give some info to the paying jury of 8.