Superior double beveled knives from the famed Kokajikai knife makers in Sakai. These are true hand forged 9-layer Damascus Aoko Blue carbon steel knives. The double beveled blades have fantastic geometry and edge holding. Comes in a Paulownia wood box. Interior style and color may vary. 33 Layer Hand-Forged Blade Blue #2 Carbon Steel Edge 405-Stainless Steel Layers 62-63 Rockwell Hardness Double Bevel, 50:50 Angle Ratio Octagonal Wa Handle, Japanese Magnolia, Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule CAUTION: All Carbon steel blades will patina through regular use and will easily rust if left wet. This is not a defect, it is a product of the material that comes with carbon steel's ability to take a finer edge, which is why it is preferred by many chefs. This is NOT a stainless steel.