Geometrically Perfect and Scary Sharp The angles of this blade represent the pinnacle of design and the accumulation of millennia of Japanese knife making evolution. Finished to a mirror polish of within an astounding 8-12 degree angle per side using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method, this blade is viciously sharp. After endless study of Japanese knife functionality, we’ve chosen the ideal size, shape, and style to bring you a knife that you can be proud to own. Your Knife For Life Free Sharpening for life! Regalia makes knives that stand the test of time and so does our commitment to you. Our free sharpening policy allows you to send in your knife at any time for a free tune-up. Specifications: Number of Knives: Four Blade Length: 5 Inches Steel: Japanese AUS10V w/67 Layers of Damascus Steel Handle: Ergonomically designed G10 Garolite Tang: Full-Tang (Blade steel continues extends to end of handle) Blade Edge Angle: 8-10 degrees Performance, Comfort, & Beauty Military grade ergonomic G-10 handle is nonporous, immune to cold, heat, and moisture. The rounded handle and tapered pinch-grip bolster encourage natural handling with perfect balance for ultimate control in food prep tasks requiring exact precision. Rosetta rivet adds a cherry on top to this magnificent culinary tool. Forged from a solid slab of steel, this knife boasts a true full-tang for ultimate durability. Radically hardened with our revolutionary cryogenic nitrogen cooling process, this blade is solid with an incredible 62+ on the Rockwell hardness scale. Clad with 33 layers on each side by genuine Damascus steel, the gentle rolling wave patterns are unique to each blade and intrinsic to the steel- not merely stamped or etched on like many imitators.