Shun Premier 6.5" Utility / Sandwich Knife - Blonde This style of knife is often called a tomato or sandwich knife, but it?s so much more versatile than that description would imply. Of course, it works beautifully on most anything you would put in a sandwich?from meat to cheese to tomato slices. Shun pronounced "shoon" in Japanese, means- "at the peak of perfection". Each knife is handmade by skilled specialists and requires at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete one knife. Shun Premier knives feature a VG-Max super steel core encased with a Damascus clad 34-layers of SUS410/SUS431 stainless steel, 17-layers on each side. The Damascus steel supports and protects the core, which provides toughness, and is stain resistant. The hammered tsuchime design acts as a hollow-ground and releases the food easily from the blade when slicing. Each Shun knife provides a Japanese blade angle of 16. You will enjoy the ease of cutting the thinnest slices without bruising or tearing the most delicate foods while prepping; this ensures the ingredients to stay intact, retain flavor, and stay fresh. The blade is complimented by a contoured for comfort and control handle, made out of stylish blonde PakkaWood. Made in Japan. A good utility knife is the third member of your must-have kitchen knife line up. In size, it?s between a chef?s knife and a paring knife, making it the perfect size for all those in-between tasks. For trimming green beans, broccoli, and other jobs where you need some precision, your utility knife is an excellent choice. Any time a paring knife seems like too little and a chef?s knife too much, reach for a utility knife. The Shun Premier Utility Knife offers a razor-sharp six-inch edge that also makes quick work of anything that goes in a sandwich?meats, cheeses, tomato slices, and more. That specialized use is why this style of knife is sometimes called a sandwich knife. You?ll also love the secure grip the ambidextrous Premier contoured handle provides. VG-Max steel core, Damascus clad with 34 layers of SUS410/SUS431 stainless steel Full tang, provides strength balance Hammered Tsuchime finish, helps release the food from the blade easily when slicing Rockwell Hardness: 60-61; traditional Japanese blade angle- 16 (each side) Stylish blonde PakkaWood handle accommodates right left-handed users Made in Japan Lifetime Manufacturers Warranty