This EPICURE santoku knife is part of a finely edited collection of precision-forged, full-tang cutlery. The knife sports a new blade shape with dynamic, modern lines and an inviting handle design using the same mid-tone, wood composite material found in today's popular high-end Epicurean cutting boards. Ergonomically crafted for optimum comfort, the handle is purposefully sculpted to reduce fatigue, as well as look beautiful in the kitchen. The handle is sturdily fastened with two stainless steel rivets. The santoku knife features a thinner high carbon stainless steel blade than the traditional chef's knife, at a 10 cutting edge, and gradually curves up at the very end, providing a straighter edge. The hollow edge is crafted with evenly spaced vertical indentations, which create small air pockets between the blade and the food. These small air pockets gently push food off of the blade and reduce friction and drag. This knife allows cooks to effortlessly prep a wide range of fresh produce, including starchy vegetables like potatoes, which tend to stick to a knife's blade.