<p><p>Inspired by the high-performance knives used by Japanese , our exclusive Shun Fuji collection represents the very best in cutlery craftsmanship and technology. This knife is longer and wider than most utility knives, so it functions more like a do-it-all chef's knife in the kitchen. Light and agile, it features a super-sharp blade with a gently curved belly that excels for rocking cuts and mincing.</p> <ul> <li>Developed for the experienced cook who prefers the lightness and razor sharpness of Eastern-style blades.</li> <li>Blade core of SG2 steel is clad on each side with 80 alternating layers of nickel and stainless steel.</li> <li>Resulting 161-layer blade is thin and light yet strong and hard, with a super-sharp cutting edge.</li> <li>Handle is dark tagayasan wood, an extremely dense wood traditionally used in Japan to make samurai sword handles.</li> <li>Handle has a D-shape that is comfortable for both left- and right-handed grips.</li> <li>End cap made of polished Damascus steel.</li> <li>Requires 160 handcrafted steps to produce each Fuji knife.</li> </ul> </p>