<p>Named for the Japanese word for "connection," the Zwilling Kanren collection celebrates the bond formed while cooking and eating together. Uniting German engineering and Japanese craftsmanship, each 48-layer Damascus-style blade is forged from high-performance carbide stainless steel and hand honed using the three-step <i>Honbazuke</i> process. Triple-riveted Micarta handles feature Zwilling's signature curved bolster, promoting a secure grip and comfortable, fatigue-free cutting.</p> <ul> <li>Versatile chef's knife can be used for a range of tasks, including chopping, mincing and slicing.</li> <li>Each 48-layer Damascus-style blade is hand honed in high-performance FC61 fine-carbide stainless steel for exceptional resistance to corrosion, stains and chips.</li> <li>Zwilling's signature curved bolster and Micarta handle are ergonomically designed for safe, comfortable handling.</li> <li>BPA-free.</li> <li>Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.</li> </ul>