Yaxell Super Gou 16 Piece Knife Set - Made in Japan - 161 Layers SG2 Stainless Damascus, Acacia Block

Yaxell Super Gou blades feature an extremely sharp cutting edge. Constructed of Japanese SG2 Micro Carbide powder stainless steel, which is enveloped by 160 layers combined with alternating soft and hard stainless steel. The corrosion resistant powdered carbon steel has an unprecedented 63 Rockwell hardness. Powdered steel is used because it ensures a high degree of purity and strength. The resulting blade is extremely hard, ensuring an exceptionally sharp cutting edge. The surface impresses a fascinating Damascus design pattern. The handle is made of red and black canvas micarta with three stainless steel rivets. The canvas material is dyed red and black and brilliantly finished to last for decades. The engraved end-cap of the handle is made of 18/10 stainless steel, which provides outstanding stability and balance.

• Set includes a 4" Paring Knife, 4.75" Petty Knife, 6" Utility Knife, 6.5" Santoku Knife, 8" Chef's Knife, 9" Bread Knife, 9" Slicing Knife, Six 4.5" Steak Knives, 10" Honing Steel, Stainless Steel Take-Apart Kitchen Shears and 17 Slot Acacia Knife Block
• Constructed of Japanese SG2 Micro Carbide powder stainless steel; Japanese kanji is hand engraved on the blade; 63 Rockwell Hardness
• Core features 80 layers of alternating soft and hard stainless steel on each side with a total of 161 layers
• Red and black canvas micarta handle with three stainless steel rivets; enclosed full tang handle construction ensures strength, durability and balance
• Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a lifetime warranty