This is a master piece of Shaw Knives Gyuto Chef Knife for Professional Chefs. Shaw Knives are in this from last 29 years and making hand forged Knives of High quality. Living Carbon Steel is used for blade material. According to the Maker the HRC is 59. Imported African 100 years old Paka wood is used for handle, which is attractive and more comfortable for griping the handle while use. Brass Clip is used in front of Handle. Brass Stopper is used at the end which looks like a dome shape to give more strength to handle. Knife will comes with Wood Cover which is rapped with leather to give more protection to the knife when it is not in used and make its life more durable. Beautiful piece to use in Kitchen Knife is in Spain and will be shipped from Spain.