Yaxell Ketu SG2 15-Piece Knife Set - Dark Ash Block, Made in Japan

About this item

• Knife set includes 4" paring knife, 6" utility knife, 6.5" santoku knife, 8" chef's knife, 9" bread knife, 9" slicing knife, six matching 4.5" steak knives, 10" honing steel, stainless steel take-apart kitchen shears and 17 slot wood knife block
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan using high-performance SG2 powder stainless steel - Exclusive to Japan, SG2 steel is produced using powder metallurgy resulting in a very fine microstructure that allows for further hardening without sacrificing toughness
• Heat treated and ice hardened to a high 63 Rockwell hardness rating (HRC) for improved edge retention over VG10, AUS10 and other similar stainless steels; Stainless clad 3-layer construction to protect the SG2 cutting core and enhanced corrosion resistance
• Stunning tsuchime ("hammered") blade finish enhances food release, while the hand-sharpened highly polished edge (12 degrees, even double bevel) ensures razor sharpness right out of the box
• Fully contoured handle made of resin-infused wood fibers for comfort and durability with stainless steel bolster for balance is adorned with a traditional Japanese mosaic pin and an embossed Yaxell kanji logo on the end; Suitable for both right and left-handed use
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan; Limited lifetime warranty; Knife set measures 15" long, 12.75" high and 4.75" wide when assembled; Hand wash only