gyuto Chef Knife Master Piece with Black Powder Coating Living Caron Steel is used for blade for razor sharp cutting edge. Imported german Colored sheet is used in handle to look more attractive. Brass nails are used in handle alongside with brass pipe to hang near the hand of chef for easy approch. HRC claimed by the manufacturer upto 58 HRC. Dimensions may be differ a little bit. Color of handle may differ a little bit.