The potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powder steel is layered in a Tsuchime finish. This exquisite, hand-hammered effect helps prevent food from sticking. Each knife features a hand-honed blade finished with a true katana edge, a homage to the samurai swords made in Seki centuries ago.Fabricated with special Cocobolo Rosewood pakkawood, the handles mirror the beauty of the blade. Sophisticated details include brass and red spacers, a mosaic pin and a stainless steel end cap. The attractive D-shaped handle is designed to nestle comfortably in your hand for tireless cutting.Includes 3.5" paring knife and 6" chef's knifeHandcrafted in Seki, Japan.SG2 micro-carbide powder steelAuthentic thin Japanese blade profileHand-honed using the three-step Honbazuke process for a 9.5 to 12 degree edge CRYODUR blade, ice-hardened to Rockwell 63 SG2 core is protected by two layers and finished with a katana edge D-shaped Cocobolo pakkawood handleHammered Tsuchime finish 2-piece set Steel Dishwasher safe We highly recommend washing all of your knives by hand as its gentler on the steel. Clean them under lukewarm water with a mild detergent and a non-scratch cloth or sponge. Then dry immediately Made in Japan