Just as versatile as a chef's knife, this multipurpose knife has a wide square blade. The knife has a thinner blade than a traditional meat cleaver, making it nimble enough to tackle a wide range of cutting or slicing tasks including tough vegetables such as cabbage. Equipped with a comfortable D-shaped handle, the razor-sharp knife showcases a stain-resistant Damascus steel "rippled" finish achieved by forging 34 layers of steel on each side.Each exquisite Shun knife is carefully crafted in a 100-step process inspired by ancient sword smiths. The amazing blades are created in Seki City, Japan's 700-year-old center for samurai swords.VG-MAX cutting core is wear- and corrosion-resistant and fine-grained to maintain a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge on both sides. 34 layers of Damascus stainless steel cladding on each side adds stain resistance and helps food release from blade. D-shaped ebony PakkaWood® handle provides a comfortable grip for left- or right-handed users. Full composite tang creates lightweight and perfectly balanced knife. Not intended for cutting bones. Hand wash. Due to Shun's recent logo update, your cutlery's logo may differ from the photos. Made in Japan.