Kershaw Knifes- DM-0720 ( XXXX ) - Shun Fixed Blade Kitchen Knife ( 9" Blade ) NO BOX 9-inch Japanese slicing knife; ideal for everything from cakes to sandwiches. Precision-forged stainless-steel blade; scalloped edge prevents food from sticking. Clad with16 layers of stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus look. Durable D-shaped Pakka wood handle; comfortable offset steel bolster. Blade core consists of high-carbon VG-10, a Japanese super steel known for its edge retention, allowing the knives to hold their sharp edges for years. Blades boast a 16-degree angle, making these the sharpest knives out of the box. This is sharper than traditional European blades, which are usually sharpened to 20-22 degrees. Clad with 16 layers of SUS410/SUS431 Pattern Damascus stainless steel on each side for strength and flexibility. This metal is corrosion-resistant and easy to maintain. Damascus styling adds to the beauty of the knife while the microscopic air pockets created by the cladding process reduces friction during slicing. D-shaped handle fits in the palm and provides comfort and control, keeping the knife's handle secure in the hand during use. Available standard in D-shaped handle styles or by special order in reverse D-shaped handle styles. Pakkawood handles, made of resin-impregnated hardwood, are NSF Certified for use in commercial kitchens. Produced in Seki City, Japan, the capital of samurai sword manufacturing. Rockwell hardness rating of 60-61 ensures that it takes and holds its incredibly sharp edge longer.