The Kasumi Masterpiece series exemplifies the pinnacle of Japanese knife making, highlighting the stunning work of hundreds of years of Japanese Samurai blacksmithing. The original Damascus series from Kasumi feature state of the art blades made possible only by the most advanced manufacturing techniques. The Kasumi Damascus blades all feature a core of VG-10, considered to be one of the best alloyed steels available for knife making. Hardened up to HRC 59-60 and coated in Damascus layering, the blade on the Kasumi knife is both beautiful to see and as practical to use. Kasumi Damascus knives are ideally suited for professional use.