This 8″ full-tang chef’s knife is an ample size for any cutting, slicing, chopping, and mincing job your cooking may require. Each Kikuichi knife is precisely hand smithed out of 16 layers of Damascus steel and hand engraved with the emperor’s Chrysanthemum. Every step of the knife making process is done with exacting measure ensuring a precise cutting edge and a durable yet flexible blade is created. WGAD21-08-0SP Hand washing highly recommended Full-tang Compressed wood handle Made in Japan