"The beauty of these knives is only surpassed by their performance." -Alton Brown, celebrity chef and author.This stunningly beautiful line of cutlery features the look and benefits of Damascus steel, yet without its rusting problems. The Damascus-look blade profile reduces sticking and results in less damage to the food being cut and faster prep times.The VG-10 stainless steel is clad with 16 layers of SUS410 high-carbon stainless steel on each side, producing a rust-free Damascus-look. The VG-10 "super steel" is composed of Carbon, Chromium, Cobalt, Manganese, Molybdenum, Silicon, and Vanadium. Ebony-black PakkaWood handles are specifically designed for premium applications. The knife includes a stainless steel bolster and end cap, and it is dishwasher safe. And like all Shun Classic blades, it includes free lifetime sharpening and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Handwash only. Features of the Shun Classic Paring Knife 3.5" include: A kitchen essential for all types of food prep Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade VG-MAX carbon steel cutting core with 16 layers each side (33 total layers) D-shaped ebony PakkaWood® handle Stainless steel bolster and end cap Handcrafted in Japan Manufacturer's free resharpening service (owner must pay shipping) Manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty
