Wusthof Silverpoint II 2-Piece Santoku Knife and Sharpener Set The 2-piece Santoku set includes a 7-inch hollow-ground santoku and a Santoku knife sharpener Knife is expertly crafted in Solingen, Germany from high-carbon no-stain steel; laser cut instead of stamped for higher precision Compound-tapered blade laser tested for sharpness and correct cutting angle; specially tempered to maintain its edge for a long time Tapers from spine to edge, allowing for sturdy, yet extremely sharp edge; also tapers from bolster to tip for strength and flexibility Sharpener is designed to cut a 17-degree angle on the narrower Santoku knife; handwashing recommended for best care