Kai Shun have cult status the world over for the quality, performance, craftmanship and the sheer beauty of their knives.   This is the knife to use on those occasions where you have perfectly cooked a steak just how you like it and want to slice through it with ease allowing the juices to stay where they are best. There is no need for any serration on this knife. It will glide through the meat like butter.   The 34 layers of folded Damascus Steel (68 in total) sit on a core layer of VG Max Steel which is one of the toughest and most resistant steels avaiable. The tang of the knife extends all the way down through the Ebony PakkaWood handle giving it extra balance and strength.    Cleaning and Care Tips: Do not put your knife in the dishwasher. Store in a drawer or  on a magnetic knife rack.  Wash your blade with hot water before first use and dry thoroughly. After each use, it is good practice to wash your blade under hot water, to dry with a dishcloth immediately and then to store it away.   As cutting into any stone, glass or ceramic matierials will dull your balde, use caution when cutting your steak on a plate.     Dimensions: 12cm