Gorgeous box set makes for an ideal gift for you or a friend. Japan is renowned for its long history and heritage of samurai swords. This Shun Classic Steak Knife Set 4 Piece is specially handcrafted and made in Seki city- also known as the sword centre of Japan. Each Shun Classic Steak Knife has been built for comfort and fits perfectly into your hand providing complete balance. The stunningly beautiful line of Shun Classic cutlery features the look and benefits of Damascus steel, yet without its rusting problems. The Shun Classic Steak Knife has a cutting core of VG10 steel clad on each side with 16 layers of Damascus steel, made from SUS410 and SUS431 stainless steel. The blades of each Shun Classic Steak Knife are acid etched to reveal their elegant, waved pattern. The Damascus-look blade profile of the Shun Classic Steak Knife reduces sticking and results in less damage to the food being cut. With their hard, premium steel, the Shun Classic Steak Knife has a blade that is thinner, lighter and sharper. Comes in a beautiful and elegant wooden box to keep it closed. Shun Classic Knives are the result of over 50 manufacturing processes. The Shun Classic clad-steel blade is rust-free with 16 layers of high carbon stainless steel clad onto each side of a VG10 "super steel" centre. The result is a Shun Classic Knife that will retain its sharpness for significantly longer. Shun Classic Knives are also designed for comfort and control with unique "D" shaped handles. The Pakkawood handles of Shun Classic Knives are stable and moisture resistant, made from genuine hardwood impregnated with resin. With their incredible features and hand-finished precision, Shun Classic Knives are the knives for experts.