Kasumi 82008-3 inch Paring Knife Kasumi 3-inch Japanese paring knife is ideal for peeling and paring ingredients Damascus pattern is eye catching and rust free The edge is beveled on both sides, but the bevel is much larger than the bevel on a European or American brand and creates a sharper edge The asymmetrical handle is made from multiple layers of wood impregnated with a plastic resin and is riveted to the full tang Kasumi knives are produced by Sumikama Cutlery in Seki, Japan