The Cuisine::pro® Damashiro EMPEROR® 6.5" cleaver is expertly engineered for powerful chopping tasks. Designed to break down bones and tendons with ease, it also excels at slicing, dicing, and mincing dense root vegetables that require more force than a chef’s knife or santoku. Its balanced weight and robust design deliver maximum impact with minimal effort, making heavy chopping easier and more precise. The blade is made from Japanese stainless steel 420J2, measured at 53 on the Rockwell hardness scale. Handle construction: Pakkawood (hexagonal dark walnut), hidden tang. Hand wash with mild soap and warm water, then rinse and dry immediately. Do not place in the dishwasher. Backed by the Cuisine::pro lifetime warranty. Recommended uses: Pork Shoulders, Ribs, Tough Vegetables, Gourd, Garlic.