The hand-forged san mai blade in wrought iron with a 1.2519 carbon core stands 58mm tall at the heel, the beautifully thin edge and medium-height bevels with kasumi finish by Lee Chew, is ready to rock and chop effortlessly. Tapering to a supremely fine tip from a wide, sturdy spine out of the handle, this 220mm / 8.66" chef knife is primed for daily prep use and all variety of tasks. A simple, gently tapered and comfortably shaped octagonal handle in bocote wood fills the hand, and heart.