<p>Forged in Seki, Japan, these beautiful Miyabi knives combine exceptional Japanese craftsmanship with the best German blade-hardening technology and stunning modern design. The blades are expertly layered with SG2 micro-carbide powder steel using an innovative ice-hardening process. Each side is finished with 50 layers of floral-patterned Damascus steel to protect the long-lasting sharpness of the Cryodur blades while increasing their corrosion-resistance. The scalpel-like knife edges are hand sharpened using a traditional three-step <i>Honbazuke</i> method, which includes a final mirror polish to create the exquisite finish. The traditional D-shaped handles are made from prized Karelian (Masur) birch – the only wood ever used in a Fabergé egg. This set includes four essential knives, kitchen shears, a honing steel and a bamboo storage block.</p> <ul> <li>Each SG2 micro-carbide powder steel blade is protected by 100 layers of Damascus stainless steel (50 on each side) and hand hammered in a striking floral pattern.</li> <li>Authentic thin Japanese blade profile enables lightweight handling for precise control.</li> <li>Fine carbide distribution creates razor-sharp blades with Rockwell hardness 63.</li> <li>Double ice-hardened FRIODUR blades provide remarkable durability, corrosion-resistance and edge-retention.</li> <li>Using historic <i>Honbazuke </i>method, blades are hand honed to exceptionally sharp 9.5–12 degree angle.</li> <li>Blades have rounded spines and heels.</li> <li>Karelian (Masur) birch handles feature mosaic pin and engraved Miyabi logo on end cap.</li> <li>Ergonomic D-shaped handles are comfortable to hold.</li> <li>Bamboo storage block safely holds up to 12 pieces; nonslip feet prevent unintentional movement.</li> <li>Knives and honing steel are handcrafted in Seki, Japan – a city renowned for producing the highest-quality cutlery.</li> </ul> <h3>Set includes:</h3> <ul> <li>3 1/2" paring knife</li> <li>7" santoku</li> <li>8" chef's knife</li> <li>9" serrated bread knife</li> <li>Kitchen shears</li> <li>Honing steel</li> <li>12-slot bamboo storage block</li> <li>Please note: Storage block is counted as individual piece.</li> </ul>