Mercer Culinary MX3 Premium San Mai VG-10 Steel Core Blade Santoku Knife, 185mm 7 Inch, Black QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Knife is crafted with 2 layers of high-carbon steel and a stainless steel core for premium durability and a razor-sharp ground edge. SUPERIOR DESIGN: Triple riveted, ergonomic handle is tough, lightweight and resistant to excessive physical wear, and rounded spine offers a comfort grip. BEST USE: The perfect knife for chopping, mincing, and cutting. Ideal for dicing onions, mincing shallots, chopping herbs, crushing garlic, and shredding cabbage. EASY CARE: To maximize the performance and longevity of your Mercer knife, carefully wash cutlery by hand after each use with warm water and mild soap; rinse and dry completely with a soft towel. Do not place in dishwasher or submerge for long periods of time. MERCER CULINARY MX3 COLLECTION: Cutlery for the performance obsessed. A tough knife which takes a killer edge and holds the edge longer.