The Damashiro Emperor chefs knife is traditionally known as a cook's knife. It is an all-purpose knife that is curved to allow the cook to rock the knife on the cutting board for a more precise cut. Cuisine: : Pro Damashiro Emperor knives by the Custom Chef have been crafted from the finest Japanese steel 420H2, and ice-hardened ensuring superior blade strength and durability. Each blade undergoes a premium Japanese leather sharpening process, providing an even sharper cutting blade. Featuring distinctive Damascus inspired blades inspired by traditional Japanese craftsman and Samurai sword makers. Characteristic of banding and mottling reminiscent of flowing water. The Damashiro Emperor Japanese steel has been mined in the same Japanese region of Chuo-Ku Chiba since the middle of the last century. Each knife in the Damashiro Emperor range has been engineered and tested to meet Rockwell 53 specification, guaranteeing the blades hardness and optimum performance.