CONTENTS: This classic knife 2-piece set consists of: one 8inch Chef's Knife(Gyutou) and one 3inch Paring Knife.

PLACE OF PRODUCTION: These knives are made in Seki city, Japan; a city that holds a history of samurai sword manufacturing for over 700 years and continues to create swords. The knives are the result of real Japanese craftsmanship.

USES: The chef's knife is suitable for a variety of tasks from cutting whole meat and fish to chopping vagetables and fruits. The paring knife is perfect for cutting small fruits and vegetables to decorate dishes.

THE BLADE: The core is made of a special blade steel AUS8, which has a hardness of HRC56～59 on the Rockwell scale, meaning it is very hard. On both sides of the blade, 33 layers of Damascus Steel made of SUS410/SUS430 (a stainless steel) reinforces strength and has high rust resistance.

THE HANDLE: Pakkawood D-shaped handle provides stability and a firm grip whether it's wet or dry；Dishwasher safe but hand-washing is recommended.