Katsura Knife Making Kit you determine the best knife handle material to suit your needs Experience has taught us that theres nothing like digging in and getting started Even if you have never made a knife before you can try your crafting skills with simple or makeshift tools The thrill of carving grinding shaping and buffing your own handle is unbelievably satisfying Be proud of what you can create even if the end result is less than perfect The Katsura AUS 10 Damascus Gyuto Chef Knife Blank comes with a blade blank only allowing for a design it yourself handle made from the material of your choice We recommend using Micarta softwood hardwood purple heart wood metal or even epoxy resin Features . The blade is crafted by folding 66 layers of Japanese Damascus steel over a Japanese AUS 10 steel cutting core with a 61 Rockwell hardness. Feel the satisfaction as your knife slices cleanly through your fresh tasty ingredients. Easy to maintain with superior edge retention the blade will stay ultra sharp for years to come. When needed the fine yet tough edge is easy to sharpen. The handle is perfectly weighted and balanced. It features a full tang and 3 pin design with 3 sets of pins and a Mosaic center pin included. Mince slice and dice with ruthless efficiency. Designed to suit the cutting techniques used by professional Japanese chefs Katsura knives bring culinary mastery to any kitchen. Ideal gift create a handle and present as a gift to the best cook in your family. Or buy for your friend or family member who loves carpentry or woodworking. Every Katsura knife comes inside a handcrafted gift box. No logos for a more personal touch. Kitchen knife making blank this woodworking project kit includes a full tang knife blank only. Customize your very own knife handle by using wo