Shun Reserve ND0706 Chef's Knife, 8-Inch The shun reserve 8-inch chef's knife is perfect for slicing, dicing and food prep for meats, vegetables and more The perfect complement of japanese precision cutting blades with the strength and perfectly balanced weight of a western-style knife Features ultra-premium sg-2 micro carbide steel cutting core offering the highest level of performance; holding a fine edge, unparalleled durability 32 layers of nickel/stainless ladder Pattern Damascus surround the SG2 cutting core Weightier blade for precision cutting; full tang construction; riveted handle; inlaid mosaic crest; charcoal pakkawood with crimson striations