With its broad blade, razor sharp cutting edge and recessed scallops for easy food release, the Cuisine::pro® Damashiro® ‘Try Me’ Mini Santoku-Cleaver combines the versatility of a chef’s knife with the power of a cleaver. Its low tip and wide blade makes it well suited to slicing, dicing and mincing, while the recessed scallops reduce friction and help release thin slices and sticky ingredients with ease. The blade is made from Japanese stainless steel 420J2, measured at 53 on the Rockwell hardness scale. Handle construction: One-piece seamless stainless steel. 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.