Traditional Hand Forged: Professional Japanese Santoku knives are made of 3 layers of Japanese SKD-11 high carbon stainless steel. Hardness is up to 62 HRC. The chef knife blades are BO oxidized to cut food as smooth as butter Super Sharp Japanese Knife Blade: Meat sushi knife blade length 10.5 cm with a 10 cm handle and 2.0 mm thin blade ensures cutting stability and long-lasting sharpness. This kitchen chef's knives are ideal for slicing, dicing, cutting food Nature Inspired Chef Knife Handle: Japanese chef knife handle with built-in willow nails is made of pakkawood. The ergonomic full tang handle provides perfect balance and good hand control, prevents slipping for safer, more precise cutting Cooking Cookware Choice: Japanese knives combine high-end materials and first-class craftsmanship; comfortable for home cooks and professional chefs alike. And with professional box packaging is perfect for family and friends at special days High Carbon Knives Important: MITSUMOTO SAKARI products pass strict quality audits MITSUMOTO SAKARI 10.5 cm Japanese Kitchen Paring Knife, Professional Hand Forged Kitchen Small Chef Knife, High Carbon Stainless Steel Classic Japanese Fruit Knife (Pakkawood Handle)