Specification Brand : Michael Graves Design BulletPoint1 : Perfect for slicing and mincing vegetables, fruit, cheese, and bread with ease BulletPoint2 : Flawlessly balanced, precision forged handle fastened securely to the blade for ultimate stability and control BulletPoint3 : Full tang runs through the entire handle from the tip of the blade to the end of grip for better handling while in use BulletPoint4 : Meticulously cut blade precisely forged from premium quality, stainless steel for maximum protection against rust and corrosion BulletPoint5 : 7 inch stainless steel blade with evenly distributed divots prevents food from sticking BulletPoint6 : Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods. Carbon steel can oxidize if not properly maintained. Keep dry and oil regularly to prevent oxidation along the knife's edge. CareInstructions : Hand Wash Color : Indigo ConstructionType : Forged ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier : 00810011870277 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier1 : 886466516497 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier2 : 0886466516497 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier3 : 00840291501820 IncludedComponents : (1) Michael Graves Design Comfortable Grip Stainless Steel Knife, Indigo ItemDisplayDimensions_Height : 2 inches ItemDisplayDimensions_Length : 11.75 inches ItemDisplayDimensions_Width : 0.75 inches ItemDisplayWeight : 0.3 pounds ItemLength : 11.75 inches ItemName : Home Basics Comfortable Grip Stainless Steel Knives, Indigo (7 inch. Santoku) (MG51649) ItemPackageDimensions_Height : 3.5 inches ItemPackageDimensions_Length : 15.25 inches ItemPackageDimensions_Width : 1.25 inches ItemPackageQuantity : 1 ItemTypeKeyword : santoku-knives Manufacturer : HDS Trading Corp. Material : Stainless Steel/Rubber ModelName : MG51649 ModelNumber : MG51649 NumberOfItems : 1 PackageLevel : unit PartNumber : 886466516497 ProductDescription : Blade Material: Blue Steel #2 Core / Edge Angle: Double Edged / Grade: Kurouchi Stainless Clad / Handle Shape: Octagonal / Handle Material: Ebony wood / HRC: 62-63 / Knife Style:Santoku Japanese Chefs Knife / Saya Cover: Optional Magnolia Wood Cover / Stain Resistant: Yes, except along the knife’s edge / Kurouchi translates as “Black-Forged” and this unique style of forging offers a characteristic look and an unpolished rustic aesthetic finish to the blade.With a HRC of 62-63, the core of Blue Steel #2 is prized for its high edge retention and provides an extremely sharp edge that is able to maintain its sharpness over extended period of time. / Our Yoshihiro Kurouchi Stainless Clad Knives are clad in 2 layers of full Kurouchi stainless steel that provides durability and protection without sacrificing its sharp cutting edge.Traditional Kurouchi knives will always be made out of highly reactive carbon steel but this knife is exceptional in that the Kurouchi finish is on the Stainless Cladding which is a new development in modern metallurgy and is highly rare and difficult to forge. / Proudly made in Japan and not mass produced.This knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese Wa-style handcrafted Octagonal Handle that is lightweight and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.An optional and recommended protective sheath called a Saya can be purchased together,which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use. / Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods. Carbon steel can oxidize if not properly maintained. Keep dry and oil regularly to prevent oxidation along the knife's edge. ProductSiteLaunchDate : 2021-01-29T14:33:40.991Z Size : 7" StreetDate : 2018-05-20T00:00:01Z Style : Comfort Grip Indigo Knives SupplierDeclaredDgHzRegulation : not_applicable SupplierDeclaredDgHzRegulation1 : not_applicable SupplierDeclaredDgHzRegulation2 : not_applicable SupplierDeclaredDgHzRegulation3 : not_applicable SupplierDeclaredDgHzRegulation4 : not_applicable UnitCount : 1 UnspscCode : 52151700