Handcrafted in Japan with a striking tsuchime hammered finish for quickly releasing food from the ultra-sharp blades. 3" limited edition vegetable knife&149; 7" santoku knife &149; Resembling ancient hand-forged Japanese knives, the beautiful Shun knife set takes at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete&149; Hammered tsuchime finish reduces drag and helps prevent foods from sticking to the blade&149; Shun proprietary VG-MAX core with 68 outer layers (34 per side) of stainless-steel for superior edge retention&149; Layered Damascus cladding supports the core and provides additional stain resistance&149; Hand-sharpened 16-degree double-beveled blades are razor-sharp&149; Undulating line near blades' edge resembles the hamon of samurai swords&149; Rockwell Hardness rating of 61 safeguards a superior sharp edge&149; Handsome walnut PakkaWood handles are made of natural wood infused with a water-resistant resin for long-lasting durability&149; Bottom contour of the handles ensure a smooth comfortable, firm grip&149; Full composite tang construction adds stability&149; Stainless-steel bolster for ultimate safety and control&149; NSF certified*&149; Hand wash&149; Limited lifetime warranty *The National Sanitation Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organization that employs stringent sanitation standards in evaluating food equipment for commercial use.