4-1/2" STEAK KNIFE SET: This 4 piece steak knife set is part of Kyoku's premier Shogun series, manufactured with modern technology and traditional craftsmanship; the Japanese 67 layer Damascus VG10 stainless steel blades have been cryogenically treated and paired with perfectly balanced handles to offer superior precision and control to chefs and diners alike ULTRA-SHARP BLADES: Sharpened to an 8 to 12 degree edge using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method, these table knives deliver exceptionally precise cuts through juicy steak, fish, vegetables, and more with negligible resistance; the 4.5" VG-10 stainless steel blades’ 58-60 HRC strength provides unrivaled performance, superior corrosion resistance, and exceptional edge retention CASE & FIBERGLASS HANDLES: The carefully constructed G10 handles with their signature mosaic pins withstand cold, heat, corrosion, and moisture; the provided sheathes and case allow you to preserve and store your knives with the cleanliness and care they deserve ERGONOMIC DESIGN: Each knife's meticulous craftsmanship provides you with the perfect shape and weight distribution needed for well-balanced cutting while cutting through the biggest steaks and cuts of meat like a hot knife through butter