The Kai Shun knives are famous for their hand finished precision and beauty. 32 layers of special alloy create the beautiful damask patterns on the knives, protecting them from rust and giving them an incredibly sharp edge. The inner layer is made fromV-gold-10 steel. This steel is highlyresistant to corrosionand extremely hard, which makes the blade incomparably and lastingly sharp. A truly beautiful and functional piece of kitchen equipment.