This is a Yoshihiro/VG-10 Hammered Damascus Stain Resistant Steel ,HAA series, manufactured by one of the most famous workshop,Yoshihiro Cutlery Mfg.,Ltd. in Sakai/Osaka, Japan. This Professional/Home Kitchen Knife model is made of VG-10 Stain Resistant Steel at the core of the blade, squeezed into 16 Layer Damascus Steel with Reinforced Mahogany Wood Handle(with Bolster).Beautiful Damascus pattern & Hammered Finish!