A great chefs knife is a necessity for every discerning cook. Made from high-carbon Japanese blue steel #2, this knife from Shun boasts outstanding strength for years of use and an ergonomic micarta handle for comfort and control as you slice. The knife also boasts stainless steel cladding that offers excellent food release and reduces drag as you slice. Shun knives blend the hand forging techniques of ancient Japan with modern materials, resulting in state-of-the-art knives with a pedigree thats centuries old. Each Shun knife still takes at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete and Shun remains true to its ancient heritage of quality. At the same time, Shun takes advantage of thoroughly modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to provide that traditional quality to millions of professional chefs and avid home cooks throughout the world. – VSC0707 – 1 – B143-3