Condition: new, unused Age 2020+ Material: Rosewood and high quality steel Origin: Japan These are very special knives that you must have in your kitchen very sharp and very elegant. They are 5 in different types and usage. Antique etching work is done on knives to make them more beautiful and elegant Stainless steel : that contains a high percentage of chromium than carbon steel which gives steel blades their corrosion resistance easy to maintain not as brittle as carbon steel they are 5 different types of cleavers they make them a beautiful set of cleavers they are used for different purposes this set is a must have in every kitchen to give you a feel of master chef steel bolsters are installed to increase the grip and beauty of knife Cleaver: easily breakdown meat bones and dense foods. They have a short wide blade that resembles an ax with a straight edge that makes them useful for chopping and hacking with an up and down motion. Chopping vegetables Slicing and tenderizing meat Crushing garlic Knife maintenance: proper sharpening, cleaning and storage are all important knife safety tips Clean your knife as soon as you are done using it to prevent cross contamination Wash your knifes by hand rather than running them through the dishwasher Regularly sharpen and hone your knives to keep the blade sharp Allow knives to air dry completely before storing them Always wash your knives when you receive the shipment because oil is used to keep them safe from rust