Yaxell knives, made in the heart of Seki, the Japanese capital for sword making for over 700 years, combine the techniques of traditional swordsmiths with advanced technology. Each knife in the Hana collection features a MOVAX stainless steel core, surrounded by two layers of premium stainless steel, with a Rockwell hardness of 58. This 16.5cm Yaxell Hana Santoku Knife is suitable for chopping, dicing and mincing. The black pakkawood handle, combined with the construction of the blade, provides comfort, balance and control.