From the makers of Japan's finest cutlery comes the Premier collection with a unique new "tsuchime" finish. Hand-hammered texture creates depressions with an effect similar to hollow-ground, reducing drag for a gliding cut and quick release. Durable VG-MAX steel core is clad with 34 layers of stainless Damascus steel on each side for maximum strength and stability. This set of six essential kitchen knives and honing steel stores safely in a honey-hued bamboo block, which provides space for four additional pieces of cutlery. Set includes 4" paring knife, 5.5" santoku knife, 6.5" utility knife, 8" chef's knife, 9" bread knife, 9.5" slicing knife, honing steel and 11-slot block.Each exquisite Shun knife is carefully crafted in a 100-step process inspired by ancient sword smiths. The amazing razor-sharp blades are created in Seki City, Japan's 700-year-old center for samurai swords. Need help choosing? Here's your essential guide to choosing the best knife. Read our kitchen tools buying guide to help you determine must-haves that meet your needs in the kitchen.View all Shun Knives. Bamboo, birch wood, Damascus steel, VG-MAX Super Steel and resin. Hand wash only. Due to Shun's recent logo update, your cutlery's logo may differ from the photos. Made in Japan.