Al Mar Gyuto Knife. 8" Damascus VG-10 blade. One piece ergonomic, hollow, all stainless steel handle. Blade is composed of 33 layers of stainless steel with the center cutting layer made of VG-10 Cobalt stainless steel which is heat treated to a Rockwell C-scale hardness of 60-62. Strong and lightweight. Hand sharpened to an incredible edge. Gift boxed. Made in Japan.