This Kai Shun Premier 22.5cm Slicing Knife is a must-have kitchen knife for anyone who loves to cook and is the ideal knife for handling a variety of cooking and food-prep tasks, such as cutting, chopping, slicing and dicing a number of foods like meat, fish, fruit and vegetables with complete ease and precision.The ultra-sharp classic stainless steel Japanese blade and elegant, durable handle in this Kai Shun Premier 22.5cm Slicing Knife combine to create a timeless, classic aesthetic. You get a perfect, straight cut thanks to the extremely precise processing of the edge with this Kai Shun Premier 22.5cm Slicing Knife.The edge is extremely sharp, resulting in a maximum amount of blade sharpness. The stunning black handle is of the highest quality and has a pleasant feel while cutting. It is made of high-quality natural pakka wood treated with a special process, which makes it extremely water-resistant. To keep this Kai Shun Premier 22.5cm Slicing Knife in the best condition possible, it should be hand washed using a light detergent and some warm water. It should never be placed in the dishwasher or submerged in water. If your current cookware is in need of a bit of an upgrade, or you'd like to give the aspiring chef in your life a very thoughtful gift, this Kai Shun Premier 22.5cm Slicing Knife is the perfect choice.