Tojiro DP Damascus 7-inch Hollow Edge Santoku Knife Damascus pattern on each blade is created by forging 37 layers of both low carbon and high carbon stainless steel folded over the thick VG-10 core of premium cobalt alloy steel Bolster adds heft and balance while the blade and edge is still thin and razor sharp Micarta handle with three stainless steel rivets Hollow edge allows for extra thin cutting; chopping, dicing, and slicing fruits and vegetables Made in Japan, Lifetime Warranty