Time-tested German engineering meets Japanese craftsmanship on this versatile chef's knife that's a veritable workhorse in the kitchen. How it's made: Made from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide stainless steel (61 Rockwell hardness) and ice-hardened, the FRIODURx2 blade offers exceptional durability, cutting-edge retention and corrosion resistance.Additional features: The hand-honed Honbazuke blade boasts scalpel-like sharpness and an authentic thin Japanese-blade profile with a 9.5-12º edge angle. The mirror-polished blade features Japanese design details including a sandblasted katana edge and embossed MIYABI logo. Stylishly stamped with a mosaic pin, an ergonomic pakkawood handle design nestles comfortably in the hand, while the rounded spine and heel ensure tireless cutting.Sizing information: 10.63" x 0.59" x 1.69"; 5.5" blade; 0.22 lb. F61 carbide stainless steel/pakkawood Hand wash Made in Japan