This santoku knife is part of the Classic Chef knife series by Select Cuisine by HANOS. The blade of this santoku knife is made from top-quality chrome molybdenum vanadium (MoV) steel and is 12.5 centimeters long. This type of steel ensures high hardness and extremely sharp knives that are easy to sharpen. The knife features a conically hand-sharpened blade that provides exceptional cutting precision. The knives in the Classic Chef series have a full-tang and riveted ABS handle. This means that the blade extends into the handle and is secured with three rivets. This guarantees durability and stability, allowing you to work with these knives in a highly controlled and precise manner.