Matsukaze 24 cm (9.5 in) Japanese Chef Knife (Gyuto): Extra Sharp Full Tang Carbon Steel Japanese Blade With Wooden Handle This well balanced full-tang 9.5 inch Japanese Chef Knife is the perfect size and weight for chopping and slicing meats and vegetables. Features a razor sharp blade made from a single piece of high-carbon steel. This knife will retain it's edge even after countless uses. The 5 inch wooden handle is contoured to fit comfortable in your hand without slipping. Unlike German and American made blades, this knife does not have a bolster meaning the entire blade is available for slicing and cutting. Designed and manufactured in Japan for home and professional chefs.