Yoshihiro VG-10 Damascus Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7" (Western Style Mahogany Handle) Santoku Chefs knife is a traditional Japanese Multipurpose chefs knife designed for home use. It is perfect for slicing, dicing, chopping, and mincing of fruits, vegetables, bonesless meats, and fish. 3 Layer construction with a VG-10 Japanese stainless steel center core with a HRC 60 for exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and durability with ease of sharpening. An elegant 16 layer hammered outer steel is a stylish yet functional design eliminating friction and keeping food from sticking to the blade A premium Mahogany wood handle with a full tang for a well balanced construction for seamless use. Excellent for entry level chefs. Hand wash only and sharpen on quality whetstones. Comes ready to use out of the box. 100% handcrafted by skilled tradesmen in Japan. Not mass produced.